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Franz Hoffmann® Prelude Violin Outfit - 1/4 size

Item # HV120T14

$199.00
 $15.99/month with the SHAR Way!


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Recommended for Beginners on a budget. The Prelude is made with higher quality tonewood that will allow Beginners to advance further on their musical journey before trading up to another instrument.

Hand made by skilled artisans from aged maple and spruce tonewoods. Enhanced arching gives a warmer and more powerful sound; careful varnish application gives a clean and precise look that brings out the beauty of the wood; better quality pegs allow your young student to master the intricacies of tuning. In every way, our Prelude will exceed your expectations for a beginner's instrument - it will delight both parents and teachers and inspire your young student. Set-up with Overture Premium strings. Outfit includes KVB Brazilwood bow, rosin and TC66 shaped case. Made in China, inspected in our Ann Arbor workshop. Available in 4/4 - 1/32 sizes.

- Chinrest
- KVB brazilwood/horsehair bow
- TC66 shaped case
- Mini Rosin
Franz Hoffmann Prelude Violin Outfit Includes:
- Overture premium strings (
1-Year Limited Warranty
This item comes with Shar's 1 year warranty covering defects of workmanship or materials. General wear and tear or mis-use are not covered. Non-transferable.

30-Day No Hassle Return Policy
If you are not satisfied with this item for any reason, you may return it for a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

If you have any questions about this product's warranty or to make a return, please contact our Customer Service Department at 800.793.4334 or email us at sharserv@sharmusic.com
 

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  • Rating:
    50 Stars
    Posted By: Violinist and teacher from NYC
    August 14, 2007

    My ~favorite~ beginner's instrument!

    I have had consistently wonderful experiences when I've had young students buy the "Prelude" as a first violin. I have students right now who are playing the "Prelude" in /8, 1/4, and 1/2 sizes, and I am extremely pleased with all of them. They have a very nice, warm, mellow sound under the ear, which I think my students really enjoy and benefit from. And I enjoy it immensely, too, as I am the one who has to listen to them, lol! :) Really, though, I think that this is an amazing value and the ideal beginning instrument particularly for younger children. The bow is also amazingly good, and I like that it's a real, wood bow, and not fiberglass. The instrument really is "forgiving", as described, and the whole outfit in my opinion really inspires confidence and enjoyment in my young beginning students. It sounds so much better than the shrill rental violins students so often come in with and is of far better quality and sound than much more expensive instruments students have brought me from SamAsh and other such places. I love the "Prelude"! (And I think I have pretty high standards as a Juilliard alum :-) ) ... (See Full Review)

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Just call 800.248.7427 or click here to start the SHAR Way today! We will ship your outfit directly to your door, along with an instrument maintenance guide, SHAR Way terms, and instructions and packing materials to return or exchange your outfit at any time!

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Trade-In Policy

Shar is devoted to your musical development from your first beginning instrument to the eventual instrument of your dreams. We know how important your equipment is in producing the best sound possible. As you grow musically, you will undoubtedly need an instrument that can grow with you. We encourage you to take advantage of our Trade-In Program. Whether it is from a 1/4 size to a 1/2 size or from an advanced instrument to a professional instrument, we offer you a generous trade-in credit for your current instrument.

50% - credit of the original purchase for Hoffmann instruments and outfits.

100% - credit of the original purchase price for better quality instruments (Carlo Lamberti, Otto Ernst Fischer, Karl Joseph Schneider, John Cheng Workshop, Collector's Series, and those from our Fine Instrument Collection).

There will be NO refurbishment fee deducted for normal wear and tear. A depreciation fee will only be deducted if the instrument has had serious damage (cracks, etc.).

You can still order this item today. Shar ships in stock items immediately and there's no extra shipping charge for your backordered items. For more information please click here: Backorder Policy