Franz Hoffmann® Amadeus Violin Deluxe Outfit

Franz Hoffmann™ Amadeus Violin Deluxe Outfit - Quality & Affordability for Beginning Players

Product Overview

This is a complete, ready-to-play violin package designed specifically with everything a beginning violinist needs to start their musical journey: featuring a hand-carved solid wood violin with professional setup and all essential accessories.

The Franz Hoffmann® Amadeus Violin Deluxe Outfit provides everything a beginner needs to start their musical journey. This comprehensive starter kit includes a hand-carved violin crafted from solid maple and spruce, a brazilwood bow with genuine horsehair, a lightweight case, and premium accessories including rosin, shoulder rest, and a dual metronome-tuner. Each instrument is individually selected, play-tested, and professionally set up at Shar Music's workshops to ensure optimal playability and tone quality upon arrival.

Ideal for students, aspiring musicians, and adult beginners, this outfit combines quality craftsmanship with exceptional value. The Amadeus violin offers a warm, balanced tone that supports proper technique development while remaining affordable for families and schools. With Shar Music's 30-day satisfaction guarantee and free shipping on orders over $49, starting your violin journey has never been easier or more risk-free.

Key Features

• Hand-Carved Solid Wood Construction: Crafted from solid maple back, sides, and neck with a hand-carved solid spruce top for authentic acoustic tone and resonance
• Professional Setup & Play-Testing: Each violin is individually selected and professionally set up by experienced luthiers at Shar Music's Ann Arbor workshops
• Complete Starter Package: Includes brazilwood bow with genuine horsehair, lightweight case, a dual metronome-tuner, sturdy shoulder rest, rosin, cleaning cloth, and much more
• Quality Fittings: Features ebony pegs, fingerboard, and chinrest for durability and smooth tuning; composite tailpiece with four built-in fine tuners
• Beginner-Optimized Design: Lightweight construction and balanced tone designed to support proper technique development for new violinists
• Multiple Size Options: Available in 1/16, 1/10, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, and 4/4 (full) sizes to accommodate students of all ages
• Educational Support: Includes access to Shar Music's expert customer service team and educational resources for beginners
• Risk-Free Purchase: Backed by Shar Music's 30-day satisfaction guarantee and free shipping on orders over $49 in the US

Specifications

What's Included in This Outfit?

✓ Franz Hoffmann Amadeus Violin - Solid wood construction with ebony fittings
✓ Brazilwood Bow - Perfectly balanced and ready to play
✓ Lightweight Foamshell Case - Protective case with padded interior and straps
✓ Rosin - Premium rosin for optimal bow grip
✓ Shoulder Rest - Comfortable support that promotes proper playing posture
✓ Humidifier - Protects violin from changes in humidity
✓ Dual Metronome-Tuner - Easy-to-use for accurate intonation and rhythmic stability
✓ Practice Mute - Reduces volume for quieter practice and hearing protection
✓ Fingerboard Tapes - Helpful guides for learning finger placement and intonation
✓ Cleaning Cloth - Soft cloth for keeping the violin and bow clean
✓ Professional Setup - Expert bridge fitting, sound post adjustment, and quality inspection

Why Choose This Product?

1. Complete Value Package: Everything you need to start playing in one box - no need to purchase additional accessories separately, saving time and money
2. Professional Setup Included: Unlike mass-produced violins, each Amadeus outfit receives individual attention from expert luthiers, ensuring optimal playability and sound quality from day one
3. Trusted by Educators: Shar Music has served music educators and students for over 60 years, with a reputation for quality selection and customer service
4. Quality Materials at Beginner Price: Solid wood construction and ebony fittings typically found on more expensive instruments, providing better sound and durability than laminated alternatives
5. Risk-Free Trial: 30-day satisfaction guarantee allows you to try the violin with confidence, backed by expert customer support and hassle-free returns
6. Proper Size Options: With seven sizes available, students can be properly fitted for optimal playing posture and technique development. Correct sizing is essential for success.

Care Instructions

• Wipe the violin after each playing session with a soft, dry cloth to remove rosin dust and perspiration
• Store in its case when not in use to protect from dust, bumps, and sudden changes in temperature or humidity
• Use a case blanket when stored in the case to prevent rosin from depositing on the instrument while it is stored
• Check the bridge occasionally and ensure it remains upright and properly positioned, especially after tuning
• Replace strings when needed, typically every 6–12 months depending on playing frequency and use
• Loosen bow hair after each playing session to maintain camber (the curve of the stick) and prevent warping
• Clean regularly by wiping rosin dust from stick and hair with a soft, dry cloth
• Avoid touching hair with fingers as oils prevent the bow gripping on strings
• Check button/screw mechanism periodically to ensure smooth tension adjustment
• Rehair when needed, typically every 1-2 years depending on playing frequency

FAQ

Q: What size violin should I order?
A: Violin size is determined by arm length. For proper sizing, extend your arm fully and measure from the neck to the middle of the palm. Consult a violin teacher or use Shar Music's online sizing guide for specific measurements. Most adults use 4/4 (full size).

Size Selection Guide

How to Measure: Extend left arm straight out to the side. Measure from the base of the neck to the center of the palm. Round up if between sizes.

Q: Is this violin suitable for absolute beginners with no musical experience?
A: Yes, the Franz Hoffmann Amadeus is specifically designed for beginning violinists. The professional setup ensures the instrument is easy to play, and the included accessories provide everything needed to start lessons immediately.

Q: What's the difference between the Amadeus and other Franz Hoffmann models?
A: The Amadeus is an entry-level model in the Franz Hoffmann line, ideal for beginners. It features hand-carved solid wood construction and comes as a deluxe outfit with premium accessories. Higher models like the Concert or Danube offer enhanced tonal qualities for advancing students.

Q: How is this violin set up before shipping?
A: Each violin is individually inspected, play-tested, and professionally adjusted by Shar Music's workshop team. Setup includes proper bridge fitting and placement, soundpost adjustment, peg fitting, string installation, and fine-tuner adjustment to ensure optimal playability and tone.

Q: Can I upgrade components later as my student progresses?
A: Absolutely. The Amadeus violin body is solid wood and can accommodate upgraded bows, strings, and accessories as the student advances. Many students play the Amadeus violin for several years while upgrading to better bows and cases as their skills develop.

Q: Is the bow horsehair real or synthetic?
A: The included bow features genuine horsehair, which provides better grip and tone production compared to synthetic alternatives.

Q: What if my child outgrows this size?
A: Shar Music offers trade-in programs and frequently has sales on fractional sizes. Many families sell their outgrown instruments locally or keep them for younger siblings. The solid wood construction maintains resale value better than laminated instruments.

Q: Does this come with a warranty?
A: Yes, all Shar Music purchases include a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied, you can return or exchange the instrument within 30 days. Shar Music also provides ongoing customer support and instrument service.

Want to learn more about everything that comes in your outfit? Check out our video tutorials!

Due to the handmade nature of these instruments, your violin may have a different visual appearance than what is pictured.

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 cc@sharmusic.com

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You can hear the difference!

Beginnings are critical. That is why we are committed to offering the best student instruments to beginning players. We believe this commitment is why Hoffmann instruments have become so popular with teachers, schools, parents, and beginning students of all ages.

We designed Franz Hoffmann instruments to give you the absolute best student violins, violas, cellos, and basses available on the market today. The consistent quality in materials, construction, playability, tone, and visual appeal make them a great value for every beginning string student.

Working closely with workshops, we have carefully designed and crafted each Franz Hoffmann instrument to ensure our specifications are met. These instruments are then sent to our Ann Arbor workshop to receive final adjustments assuring easy playability and polished looks.