Asked by: Hugo Anderson
When should I upsize my violin?
Just under the next size up?
| Violin Size | Arm Length | Age (Guide Only) |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16 Violin | 35.5cm or 14in | 3 to 5 Years Old |
| 1/10 Violin | 38cm or 15in | 3 to 5 Years Old |
| 1/8 Violin | 42cm or 16in | 3 to 5 Years Old |
| 1/4 Violin | 47cm or 18.5in | 4 to 7 Years Old |
Do adults play 3 4 violin?
Many smaller adults wonder if they need to play on a 3/4 size instrument because they’re unaware of the range of sizes available, or feel that full size (4/4) is too large. The range of adults who can play on a full-size violin is far greater than for viola or cello.
Can an adult play a 1/4 size violin?
Most adults (and some children from around age 10) will require a full-size violin. It depends on the length of your arm and what you feel you can hold comfortably.
What size violin do I need?
| VIOLIN SIZE | LENGTH (Neck to wrist) |
|---|---|
| 1/4 | 44 cm,17 ¼ inches |
| 1/2 | 48.5 cm,19 inches |
| 3/4 | 52 cm, 20 ½ inches |
| 4/4 | 54 cm, 21 ¼ inches |
How do I know if my violin is the right size?
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. This is measured when your hand is fully extended and raised perpendicular to your body, just like holding a violin.
What size violin should a 13 year old get?
Violin Sizing Chart
| Violin Size | Age of Player | Violin Measurements: Length: Body AND Total (Inch / cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4 size | 9-12 years | 13″ AND 21″ 33cm AND 53.3cm |
| 7/8 size | Small Teen / Adult | approx 13.5″ AND 22.5″ approx 34.3cm AND 57.2cm |
| 4/4 or Full size | 11 years to Adult | 14″ AND 23″-23.5″ 35.5cm AND 60cm |
Does the size of a violin matter?
On the one hand, smaller instruments can typically be easier to play, as they require less strength and less dexterity from the player’s fingers. In addition, a smaller violin will produce a brighter and more focused sound than a larger instrument.
What is the best size violin for beginners?
Children often start the learning process on a good quality 1/10, 1/8, 1/4/ or 1/2 size violin, depending on their size. Some of the finest makes on offer are the Forenza and Stentor brands, expertly manufactured to achieve excellent results.
Is a 4 4 violin a full size?
Violins are available in 8 different sizes: 4/4 (also called full size), 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/10, 1/16 and 1/32. Size 4/4 is the biggest and size 1/32 is the smallest.
What age is a 3/4 violin for?
Typical Violin Sizes
| Violin Size | Overall Length | Age Range |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter Size 1/4 | 18 1/8 inches (460 mm) | 4 to 6 years |
| Half Size 1/2 | 20 7/16 inches (519 mm) | 6 to 9 years |
| Three Quarter Size 3/4 | 21 11/16 inches (551 mm) | 8 to 12 years |
| Full Size 4/4 | 23 1/4 inches (591 mm) | Adults and teenagers |
Can a 10 year old play a full size violin?
Violin Options
Violins are either full-size (4/4) or described fractionally, i.e. 1/10, 1/8, 1/4 etc. As an average rule, adults and children aged 11+ play full size instruments.
What size of violin do I need for a 9 year old?
Go with a half-size violin if their arm length is 18.5–20 in (47–51 cm). The half-size violin is the midpoint on the violin size spectrum. This size is recommended for most 7-9 year old children and 2nd to 3rd graders. The average size of the half-size violin body is about 19–20 in (48–51 cm).