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  Full-size 4/4 Pernambuco Nickel/silver Mounted Violin Bow

  Musical Instruments (VIO-MUSIC)
  

  Rating (21 reviews):

  (4.1/5)

  

  Would reccomend this bow to others.

  I bought his bow a few days ago and it arrived within two days!! It is a pernambuco bow and I can visibly hear a difference in the tone that it makes vs my Brazilian wood bow! This bow resonates more and has a very warm tone to it. My violin teacher also said the same when I show her the bow in our lesson and she played with it. She will be recommending this to her students and so do I. It a very good bow for its price, I dont' think you can find another pernambuco bow at this price. Most of them on the market are close to a hundred if not more. The bow was not warped and is in very good condition, brand new. This bow is lighter than my brazilian wood bow and I love the warmth of the tone it makes! 5/5 Tzu H. Hsiao (VA USA) - See all my reviews, July 18, 2010

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  Definitely recommend!

  I ordered this bow for my son as a replacement, rather than having his current bow re-haired since the price was so reasonable. I have to say I am very impressed with the quality of this bow, in fact I am planning on ordering another as a back-up for myself! The weight feels balanced, and once rosined up, it produces a fine sound. I paid $300 for my current bow from a knowledgeable violinist (I am a 3-yr. adult violin student), and consider this bow comparable in every way. 5/5 Lisa K. Neitzel "music lover" (Ann Arbor, Michigan) - See all my reviews, September 4, 2011

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  Great product, great price

  Super deal on this bow! I'm not a musician and my son plays beginner level so I wasn't looking for something extraordinary. Cheap, plastic bows went for the same price at music stores. Arrived in great condition. My son's music teacher was impressed. 5/5 mom of 4 "sharon" (Illinois) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Full-size 4/4 Pernambuco Nickel/silver Mounted Violin Bow Super deal on this bow! I'm not a musician and my son plays beginner level so I wasn't looking for something extraordinary. Cheap, plastic bows went for the same price at music stores. Arrived in great condition. My son's music teacher was impressed. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , June 8, 2011

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  List Price: $289.00
  

  Quality guaranteed from Vio-Music. Other sellers may sell different bows using this listing.

  Ebony frog

  Pernambuco Wood, Mongolian Horse Hair

  Logo "Vio Music" Engraved Above the Frog. Will Make Full Refund for NO Logo "VIO MUSIC" Bow.

  Full-size 4/4. Octagonal Stick. Nickel/Siver Mounted, Fullly Lined.

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  Palatino Brazilwood Violin Bow 4/4 Size

  Musical Instruments (The Music Link (AXL))
  

  Rating (10 reviews):

  (4.0/5)

  

  decent beginner bow

  This is a decent, straight beginner bow. I'm actually surprised at how good it is (I haven't shopped for cheap bows in 15 years, though, and the importers have gotten much better at the quality of instruments they're selling in the US in the past decade). I don't play well enough to have much of a feel for weight or other quality issues, but I know I've seen much worse ones in the past coming out of China etc, and this bow is lighter and better balanced than a comparably priced fiberglass clunker. For $20, I'm quite pleased! 5/5 Maria Alovert (pittsboro NC) - See all my reviews, March 3, 2011

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  Works great

  I had been playing with a bow that was my grandfather's and needed a replacement. Since I'm a fairly new player, I decided not to put a lot of money into a new bow. This bow place wonderfully! I highly recommend it for anyone. 5/5 K. Kunkle - See all my reviews, April 13, 2011

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  Awsome Value

  A perfect student bow. Frog works great, hair holds rosin nicely, bow has good balance. What more could you ask for at this price? Stop using your warped, decrepit student bows now! 5/5 Eric R. Nelson (Sandy, UT) - See all my reviews, July 13, 2011

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  List Price: $29.99
  Price: $9.45
  You Save: $20.54 (68%)

  Half-Lined Ebony Frog

  Octagonal Brazilwood Stick

  Pearl Eye & Slide

  Mongolian Horsehair

  Nickel/Silver Ferrule

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  Saga LB-12 Full Size Brazilwood Violin Bow

  Musical Instruments (Saga Musical Instruments)
  

  Rating (9 reviews):

  (3.6/5)

  

  Good beginner's bow

  I'm just a beginning fiddler, so I didn't want to invest too much in a bow. I know the choice of bow can make a big difference to a pro, but at my level anything that works is good enough. So I can't really say exactly how good this one is; I'm not the one to test a bow; but it seems to look and function fine. I'm sometimes reluctant to go with the cheapest available, but have not been disappointed in my choice this time. 5/5 Peaceful Okie (Norman, OK USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Saga LB-12 Full Size Brazilwood Violin Bow (Electronics) I'm just a beginning fiddler, so I didn't want to invest too much in a bow. I know the choice of bow can make a big difference to a pro, but at my level anything that works is good enough. So I can't really say exactly how good this one is; I'm not the one to test a bow; but it seems to look and function fine. I'm sometimes reluctant to go with the cheapest available, but have not been disappointed in my choice this time. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 12, 2009

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  Very nice bow for the money!!!

  After going into several music stores and finding ugly fiberglass bows with plastic frogs for sale for $50 or more, it was an extreme pleasure for me to find this bow on Amazon. It arrived in perfect condition. It was just as nice as any other bow I purchased for $100 20 years ago when I was a student. I recommend this to any beginning violinist (like my daughter, who really likes the bow) or as a second bow to any experienced violinist. My friend who is a professional violinist was impressed with the quality of this bow considering the cost, and she is recommending it to her students. 5/5 Stephanie Polster "Stephanie" - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Saga LB-12 Full Size Brazilwood Violin Bow (Electronics) After going into several music stores and finding ugly fiberglass bows with plastic frogs for sale for $50 or more, it was an extreme pleasure for me to find this bow on Amazon. It arrived in perfect condition. It was just as nice as any other bow I purchased for $100 20 years ago when I was a student. I recommend this to any beginning violinist (like my daughter, who really likes the bow) or as a second bow to any experienced violinist. My friend who is a professional violinist was impressed with the quality of this bow considering the cost, and she is recommending it to her students. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , October 2, 2010

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  R U kidding

  Item arrived Warped and twisted, Basically got ripped off on this Bow and another just like it.( From same seller ) Wouldn't advise trusting this seller on things sight unseen ! 1/5 Michael H. Lawver - See all my reviews, February 18, 2011

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  List Price: $25.50
  Price: $7.50
  You Save: $18.00 (71%)

  Mother of Pearl Slide

  Half mounting Serbian eye

  Ivoroid tip, Ebony frog

  Round Brazilwood stick Stainless grip

  Hand-crafted to meet or exceed the requirements of the Music Educators National Conference (MENC)

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  New 4/4 full size quality wood / horse hair violin Bow

  Musical Instruments (4/4 FULL SIZE QUALITY WOOD / HORSE HAIR VIOLIN BOW)
  

  Rating (15 reviews):

  (3.8/5)

  

  A violin bow for 1/3 the cost of a rehair job

  I teach in a program that uses donated instruments for students who have not yet purchased a violin and was in need of bows for a couple fiddles. I looked at these somewhat skeptically because of the price but then went ahead and got a couple. These are amazing for the purchase price. They don't have a cheap feel to them and they work well. Probably you would need a better bow to perfect your flying spicatto, but for getting kids started and interested before parents have to shell out $$ they work great. The five stars are based on reasonable expectations for a very inexpensive bow. 5/5 Carolyn Osborne "co" (Ohio, USA) - See all my reviews, December 20, 2010

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  Wood/Horse hair Violin Bow

  I bought this as an interm bow while our family heirloom one was being re-haired. Excellent value for the money works wonderfully. 5/5 amazonfan - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: New 4/4 full size quality wood / horse hair violin Bow I bought this as an interm bow while our family heirloom one was being re-haired. Excellent value for the money works wonderfully. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , August 13, 2010

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  A good starting bow

  I got this bow about a month ago, and its a decent bow. It seemed to take me 10 times as much rosin as should have for it to play for some reason, could have been something with the hair... but other than that, it's been working good. The sound quality definitely depends on the quality of your instruments, so if your looking for high quality, buy a high quality bow. If you just want music of good enough quality for everything else, this pr\well for me. In conclusion, Beginners only. 4/5 KDG (Missouri, USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: New 4/4 full size quality wood / horse hair violin Bow I got this bow about a month ago, and its a decent bow. It seemed to take me 10 times as much rosin as should have for it to play for some reason, could have been something with the hair... but other than that, it's been working good. The sound quality definitely depends on the quality of your instruments, so if your looking for high quality, buy a high quality bow. If you just want music of good enough quality for everything else, this pr\well for me. In conclusion, Beginners only. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , August 21, 2010

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  List Price: $24.95
  Price: $8.99
  You Save: $15.96 (64%)

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  Full-size 4/4 Silver Mounted Violin Bow, Brazilwood, Flower Inlay, Well-balanced Bow

  Musical Instruments (Vio Music)
  

  Rating (10 reviews):

  (4.4/5)

  

  Full-Size Violin Bow

  Very nice bow. After two months of being "lightly" used, the wood at the tip split, what a shame. I think there was a flaw or a weak point in the grain of the wood. I contacted the company, and they had a replacement at my door within just a few days! 5/5 ghostrider (USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Full-size 4/4 Silver Mounted Violin Bow, Brazilwood, Flower Inlay, Well-balanced Bow Very nice bow. After two months of being "lightly" used, the wood at the tip split, what a shame. I think there was a flaw or a weak point in the grain of the wood. I contacted the company, and they had a replacement at my door within just a few days! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , April 21, 2011

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  Love this bow

  I purchased this, and one other budget friendly bow on amazon. I like them both, they were both lightweight, nicely balanced, and came in excellent condition.I had a fiberglass bow that came with my violin and that thing is heavy and I don't like the balance point. I also need to crank the tension on it quite a bit, whereas the two wood bows I just purchased I only need to tighten about half as much as the fiberglass. They sound fairly close to each other.That said, I'm a beginner and I'm still learning, but this particular bow, out of the 3 I now own, is my favorite so far. The balance point seems to be the best for my hands and it fits comfortably in the proper playing position without my feeling like I need to move my thumb or pinky too much. I'm able to control this bow better on the strings. The other two have less control, especially the fiberglass. Because it's so heavy and it doesn't like my hand, it goes all over the place. The other wood bow is... 5/5 anastasia - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Full-size 4/4 Silver Mounted Violin Bow, Brazilwood, Flower Inlay, Well-balanced Bow I purchased this, and one other budget friendly bow on amazon. I like them both, they were both lightweight, nicely balanced, and came in excellent condition.I had a fiberglass bow that came with my violin and that thing is heavy and I don't like the balance point. I also need to crank the tension on it quite a bit, whereas the two wood bows I just purchased I only need to tighten about half as much as the fiberglass. They sound fairly close to each other.That said, I'm a beginner and I'm still learning, but this particular bow, out of the 3 I now own, is my favorite so far. The balance point seems to be the best for my hands and it fits comfortably in the proper playing position without my feeling like I need to move my thumb or pinky too much. I'm able to control this bow better on the strings. The other two have less control, especially the fiberglass. Because it's so heavy and it doesn't like my hand, it goes all over the place. The other wood bow is... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , May 4, 2012

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  received as described

  Item was received and was as described. The item was shipped quickly and reasonably. I had no problems with the transaction. 5/5 lute - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Full-size 4/4 Silver Mounted Violin Bow, Brazilwood, Flower Inlay, Well-balanced Bow Item was received and was as described. The item was shipped quickly and reasonably. I had no problems with the transaction. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 15, 2012

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  List Price: $112.00
  

  Brazilwood

  Full-size 4/4

  Nickle/Siver/Gold Winding, and Mounted

  Stamped with "Vio Music" above frog.

  Fluer-de-lys Inlay ebony frog

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  Super Sensitive Light Violin Rosin

  Musical Instruments (U.S. Band & Orchestra Supplies Inc.)
  

  Rating (27 reviews):

  (4.3/5)

  

  For Beginners Only

  Super Sensitive Violin Rosin Light is as cheap as they come, to put it lightly. When one rents a violin or a viola from a music store, this is typically the rosin they'll give you with your case. Why? It's affordable.As a more experienced violinist, I'm quick to disparage the use of this rosin. It is low quality, and the bare minimum of what rosin should accomplish. Rosin is an important aspect of playing the violin, as different quality rosins will alter the sound and ease of play.That being said, however, if you are looking to buy rosin for your beginning violinist, there's no harm in beginning with this rosin. I spent my first two years as a violinist with it. When one can only play twinkle twinkle in a slightly off register, it's more important to worry about firmly grasping the basics of violin technique than the quality of ones rosin.Additionally, if we're talking about children, whose to say whether they will stick with the violin for very... 3/5 brandon (green bay, wi, usa) - See all my reviews This review is from: Super Sensitive Light Violin Rosin (Electronics) Super Sensitive Violin Rosin Light is as cheap as they come, to put it lightly. When one rents a violin or a viola from a music store, this is typically the rosin they'll give you with your case. Why? It's affordable.As a more experienced violinist, I'm quick to disparage the use of this rosin. It is low quality, and the bare minimum of what rosin should accomplish. Rosin is an important aspect of playing the violin, as different quality rosins will alter the sound and ease of play.That being said, however, if you are looking to buy rosin for your beginning violinist, there's no harm in beginning with this rosin. I spent my first two years as a violinist with it. When one can only play twinkle twinkle in a slightly off register, it's more important to worry about firmly grasping the basics of violin technique than the quality of ones rosin.Additionally, if we're talking about children, whose to say whether they will stick with the violin for very... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , June 5, 2005

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  way better than what was included with my violin

  I am a complete newby when it comes to the violin. I purchased a violin online on a whim, that because it was so inexpensive if I give up well, at least I have something pretty to look at. With that in mind, my cheap violin came with even cheaper worthless rosin. It was hard as a rock, and I had to score the crap out of it just to get dust to go on my bow, and it would play for just a few strokes, then I had to vigorously reapply. I found this rosin at a music store and bought it. One easy application and I was FINALY making real violin noises. So for a newby that doesn't know all the details yet, this saved me. If it weren't for this rosin I might have just completely given up. I definately recommend to anybody who is a beginer. 5/5 A. Nelson (utah) - See all my reviews, March 30, 2007

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  Works very well

  I am a beginner violinist and I recently bought my first violin. The rosin that was included with my violin purchase is of very poor quality. Thankfully, I had decided to order this rosin from amazon also as a precaution. It works much better than what was shipped with my violin and not much has to be applied in order for the bow to grasp the strings. It's also very inexpensive. You really can't beat the price. I'm sure it's probably worthwhile to purchase an even higher grade rosin if you're an advanced violinist, but for anyone at the beginner or intermediate stage, this will work very well. 5/5 Jesse - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Super Sensitive Light Violin Rosin (Electronics) I am a beginner violinist and I recently bought my first violin. The rosin that was included with my violin purchase is of very poor quality. Thankfully, I had decided to order this rosin from amazon also as a precaution. It works much better than what was shipped with my violin and not much has to be applied in order for the bow to grasp the strings. It's also very inexpensive. You really can't beat the price. I'm sure it's probably worthwhile to purchase an even higher grade rosin if you're an advanced violinist, but for anyone at the beginner or intermediate stage, this will work very well. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 21, 2011

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  List Price: $4.40
  

  Great for beginners and intermediate students.

  Easy to use

  Light rosin

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  Palatino Carbon Fiber Violin Bow

  Musical Instruments (The Music Link (AXL))
  

  Rating (1 reviews):

  (5.0/5)

  

  Excellent bow

  The bow has good weight and balance. Sound is great. Exactly what I was looking for without breaking the bank. 5/5 Reading Rider (Lincoln, NE USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Palatino Carbon Fiber Violin Bow (Electronics) The bow has good weight and balance. Sound is great. Exactly what I was looking for without breaking the bank. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , October 22, 2011

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  List Price: $119.99
  Price: $59.99
  You Save: $60.00 (50%)

  Black Round Carbon Fiber Stick

  Ebony Frog

  Silver Wrap, Ferrule and Screw

  Mongolian Horse Hair

  Parisian Eye

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  Glasser Fiberglass Bow with Horsehair (4/4 Violin)

  Musical Instruments (U.S. Band & Orchestra Supplies Inc.)
  

  Rating (3 reviews):

  (2.7/5)

  

  Glasser fiberglass violin bow

  I bought this for my son who is just starting to learn violin. He had a similar one when we rented the violin but had recently purchase a new violin. He likes this bow a lot since it is familiar to him and it is brand new. I think the sound achieved using this bow was superior to the older one and I am very happy with the purchase. 4/5 peter lau - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Glasser Fiberglass Bow with Horsehair (4/4 Violin) (Electronics) I bought this for my son who is just starting to learn violin. He had a similar one when we rented the violin but had recently purchase a new violin. He likes this bow a lot since it is familiar to him and it is brand new. I think the sound achieved using this bow was superior to the older one and I am very happy with the purchase. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , July 15, 2010

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  Good backup bow, but not horsehair as advertised.

  I have previously owned two of these bows, and they're great backup bows with a nice light, nimble feel, which is great for fiddling. My only gripe with them has been the artificial hair, which is a bit slippery and not as grippy as good horsehair. When I saw these advertised as having horsehair, I thought I'd give it a try.My first bow arrived horribly packaged, with absolutely no padding or support and shipped in a flat package. Needless to say, it arrived in two pieces. I immediately returned it and Amazon had a replacement on the way the very next day and I had it two days later, so kudos to Amazon for quick, no-hassle return service.After receiving the second bow just three days after the first, I was a bit disappointed to discover that my bow had artificial hair, and was not the real horsehair as advertised. However, for the price I can't complain, as it's a good bow with great handling characteristics.Since these reviews are about customer... 3/5 K. Harriger "K.R. Harriger" (Pennsylvania, USA) - See all my reviews, March 11, 2012

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  I cannot believe this...

  Twice I have recieved a BROWN bow, when it is obviously BLACK in the picture. I am not happy at all about this purchase. 1/5 Robert Buckley Jr (WINDERMERE, FL, US) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Glasser Fiberglass Bow with Horsehair (4/4 Violin) (Electronics) Twice I have recieved a BROWN bow, when it is obviously BLACK in the picture. I am not happy at all about this purchase. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 15, 2011

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  List Price: $52.50
  Price: $27.65
  You Save: $24.85 (47%)

  Made of fiberglass

  Round stick

  Full metal underslides

  Composite frog

  Made in the USA

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  AB-100 A. Breton Violin Bow

  Musical Instruments (Saga Musical Instruments)
  

  Rating (3 reviews):

  (2.3/5)

  

  pretty good bow for this price

  The bow is pretty good considering it's price. It's a little mishapen, and it was hard to turn at first, but i fixed it in a second. It plays well, and is pretty light to handle. Rosin can go on it easily, and it wasn't scratched in any way. It arrived on time, and in a plastic cover, inside some paper, inside a cardboard box. Perfect for a novice. 4/5 Yanni Thai - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: AB-100 A. Breton Violin Bow (Electronics) The bow is pretty good considering it's price. It's a little mishapen, and it was hard to turn at first, but i fixed it in a second. It plays well, and is pretty light to handle. Rosin can go on it easily, and it wasn't scratched in any way. It arrived on time, and in a plastic cover, inside some paper, inside a cardboard box. Perfect for a novice. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 16, 2012

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  Cheap

  Well, you will get what you pay for with this one.While I have yet to get this home and try it out, I can safely say that this is a very cheaply made product. The frog was a poor fit and needed adjustment before you could easily tighten the bow. The hairs are poorly seated in the frog, wrapping to vertically up the side of the ferrule. The wire wrapping above the pad came loose just removing the tape (I thought it was there to protect the wire, not hold it down).I'm no concert violinist, heck, if there's a level below lousy amateur, I'm there. I was always last chair in high school, but even I know poor workmanship when I see it. Honestly, this was meant to replace a 25 year old beginner bow in desperate need of a luthier, but I don't know if it does that.While I'll never be able to tell you if this plays well or not (I'll be happy enough if I can make it play), my recommendation is to spend a few extra bucks, get something nicer. 1/5 af7v (Cincinnati) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: AB-100 A. Breton Violin Bow (Electronics) Well, you will get what you pay for with this one.While I have yet to get this home and try it out, I can safely say that this is a very cheaply made product. The frog was a poor fit and needed adjustment before you could easily tighten the bow. The hairs are poorly seated in the frog, wrapping to vertically up the side of the ferrule. The wire wrapping above the pad came loose just removing the tape (I thought it was there to protect the wire, not hold it down).I'm no concert violinist, heck, if there's a level below lousy amateur, I'm there. I was always last chair in high school, but even I know poor workmanship when I see it. Honestly, this was meant to replace a 25 year old beginner bow in desperate need of a luthier, but I don't know if it does that.While I'll never be able to tell you if this plays well or not (I'll be happy enough if I can make it play), my recommendation is to spend a few extra bucks, get something nicer. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 21, 2012

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  Bad hair day

  I'm a beginner so can't compare this bow to any but the one that came with my student violin. While this bow looks and feels okay to me, the hair is attached unevenly. That is, some is looser, some is tighter. Also the hair started falling out as soon as I took it out of the package. I've applied a lot of rosin and still can't get a decent sound out of it. I'll be replacing this bow very soon and I'll spend more next time. 2/5 Elizabeth Woods (Vallejo, CA United States) - See all my reviews, January 17, 2012

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  List Price: $13.95
  Price: $9.76
  You Save: $4.19 (30%)

  Round wooden stick

  Genuine unbleached white horsehair

  Nickel plated hardware

  Half mounted rosewood frog with mother of pearl Siberian eye

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  Saga LB-20 Full Size Carbon Graphite Violin Bow

  Musical Instruments (Saga Musical Instruments)
  

  Rating (3 reviews):

  (4.7/5)

  

  Nice bow, nice price

  I got this as a replacement for the rather flimsy bow that came with my fiddle. It feels and sounds great! It also holds the rosin well. It doesn't have the "dead spots" I noticed on my previous bow, and long notes are easy now. 5/5 Matvei - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Saga LB-20 Full Size Carbon Graphite Violin Bow (Electronics) I got this as a replacement for the rather flimsy bow that came with my fiddle. It feels and sounds great! It also holds the rosin well. It doesn't have the "dead spots" I noticed on my previous bow, and long notes are easy now. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 2, 2011

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  Very nice bow.

  I have been playing fiddle style for 10 years now. When I picked up a new fiddle off of eBay the bow that came with it was twisted and a little too heavy for me. I purchased this bow and am very pleased with its light weight and quick response. I would recommend for any beginning or intermediate player that wants a carbon graphite bow that won't break the bank. 4/5 Michael Machado (Redlands CA) - See all my reviews, April 23, 2012

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  Great Beginner Setup Replacement Bow.

  I am a beginner violinist, and I bought a beginner violin setup because frankly that's all I could afford. The bow that came with the violin is pretty much as basic as the violin, but the main difference between the basic bow I got with my violin and the composite bow I bought on Amazon is how it handles with regard to bounce and tone. This bow is an awesome find considering the cost and the fact that composite bows, so I am told, outperformed the standard fiber glass bows most people get with their beginner violin.This bow does sound so much better than the bow I originally had, it's also much more comfortable, and much more controllable. If you want to just bump up your performance of your beginner violin this bow is well worth the price and effort involved in ordering.PS. My violin instructor notes that it's sort of sparkly oppose to jet black as the picture suggest. It's not a negative, just wanted to call it out. 5/5 T. Jones "T" (Portland) - See all my reviews, February 10, 2012

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  List Price: $109.95
  

  Perfect blend of modern technology and traditional bow stylings and meets MENC requirements.

  Mother of pearl Button

  Fully mounted ebony frog with Parisian eye

  Stick is round and made from top quality carbon graphite with genuine unbleached white horsehair

  Silver wrap grip Plastic tip

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