It's called a 1/64 violin—or “the sixty-fourth” according to luthiers, who make stringed instruments. Its slightly larger siblings are the 1/32 violin (13.4 inches long) and the 1/16 (15 inches). (The fraction comes from measuring the volume inside the instrument's body.)
Is there a smaller violin?
Violins come in eight main sizes. The size corresponds to the length of the body of the violin (not including the neck and scroll). The smallest is 1/16 (just 9 inches or 23 cm), and the sizes work their way up through 1/10, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and finally 4/4 or full size (about 14 inches or 36 cm).
How small do violins get?
Size Variations in Violins Violins come in a spectrum of sizes. From smallest to largest, the sizes are 1/32, 1/16, 1/10, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, and 4/4 (called a full-size violin).
What is a 1/2 size violin?
Violin Size Violin Back Length Violin Overall Length
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1/4 Violin 280mm or approx. 11 inches 48.25cm or 19in
1/2 Violin 310mm or approx. 12.2 inches 52cm or 20.5in
3/4 Violin 335mm or approx. 13 inches 53.3cm or 21in
4/4 Full Violin 356mm or approx. 14 inches 60cm or 23.5in
Can an adult play a 1/4 size violin?
Yes, they can. As a teacher, I have regularly played on everything from full-size to 1/16-size instruments when demonstrating for my students. But ideally one should play on the right size violin for their hand and body size.
What age is a 1/4 size violin for?
Violin Size Age of Player Bow Length (Inch / cm)
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1/4 size 5-7 year 22.5″ 57.15 cm
1/2 size 7-9 years 24.5″ 62.2cm
3/4 size 9-12 years 27″ 68.6cm
7/8 size Small Teen / Adult use 4/4 (29.5″)(75cm)
What is the smallest violin size?
Violins come in nine different sizes: 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/10, 1/16, and 1/32. 4/4 (full size) being the biggest and 1/32 size being the smallest. Most all adults use a full size violin.
How much does a small violin cost?
Purchasing the First Violin Once a player has reached a certain level, it makes sense for them to buy an instrument of their own. The initial price range runs from about $1,000 to $3,000.
How do I know how much my violin is worth?
The best way to truly know if your violin is worth money is to have an official appraisal by a reputable service. An appraiser will be able to evaluate the quality and history of your violin and estimate it's worth based on current market conditions.
What is the price of violin?
The price of a good violin can vary from about $1,000 up to the hundreds of thousands of dollars. (This refers to antique or historic instruments created by famous violin makers.)
How much does a good beginner violin cost?
A quality beginner violin can start at about $600, with intermediate, university-level violins at $1,500, and professional violins at several thousands of dollars.
Is a 100 dollar violin good?
So, yes, I believe a $100 violin can be a decent instrument. You just have to fork over a few hundred dollars more to get it there. You're better off spending a few hundred dollars more and finding an instrument that's of better quality and already setup to a level you are happy with.Mar 6, 2021
How do you size a violin for a child?
- Have your child stand upright, with their left arm extended to the side, with their palm turned upward.
- Place the end of the ruler against your child's neck.
- Extend the ruler down your child's arm to the middle of their palm.
- Take the measurement to the middle of the palm.
What age is a full size violin?
Violins are either "full size" or "fractional. Adults, teens and children age 10-12 play full size. Children play 3/4 and smaller violins depending on their size.
Is a 4 4 violin full size?
4/4 (full size) being the biggest and 1/32 size being the smallest. Most all adults use a full size violin. To measure what size violin best suits you, you need to know the length between your neck and the middle of your left-hand palm or left wrist.