Why do I sound scratchy on violin?
The amount of rosin you use on your bow also affects the tone and sound of your violin. Too much rosin on the bow hair produces a scratchy, unpleasant sound, while too little will cause the tone to fade out during your bow stroke.
Can you buff out scratches?
Small scratches can usually be rubbed out with polishing compound. The rule of thumb is that if your fingernail doesn’t catch on the scratch, it’s just a superficial clear coat scratch that can be smoothed out and made invisible. For deeper scratches, polish isn’t abrasive enough to fix the problem.
How much does it cost to re varnish a violin?
Major Restorations
| Major Repairs | Violin/Viola | Cello |
|---|---|---|
| Top Cracks (from the outside) | $30.00-$75.00 | $40.00-$100.00 |
| Varnish Touch-up | $90.00 per hour | $90.00 per hour |
| Reset Neck (Bridge is Additional) | $60.00+ | $80.00+ |
| Neck Pin (includes fingerboard removal) | $150.00 | $200.00 |
Can a broken violin be fixed?
Like a broken bone, a crack in the face of a violin can be an incomplete fracture or a complete break through the wood. Regardless, cracks can be repaired via a special glue or clamps that arch across the top or back of the violin. Typically, this type of repair can cost between $100-$150.
How much does it cost to service a violin?
Maintenance Prices
| Instrument | Price* |
|---|---|
| Violin/Viola | $88 |
| Cello | $99 |
| Double Bass | $120 |
How do you refurbish a violin?
Steaming and using a counter form can be used to restore warped wood to its original shape. Abrasions, chips and worn out peg holes can be replaced locally with minimal effects to the overall structure and will often appear seamless and invisible after retouching when left to a master craftsman.
Can violins be restored?
Things that Can Be Fixed or Restored If the violin is of fine quality, just about everything on the instrument can be restored. However, the restoration process is more difficult (costly) for certain repairs. Always refer to a professional for an appraisal of the instrument.
When should I replace my violin fingerboard?
If the line of the joint is curved or warping, the fingerboard may be in need of replacing entirely. A fingerboard with a visible curve in the joint line indicating the possible need of a new fingerboard rather than a dressing.
What are the parts of the violin?
20 Key Components of a Violin and How They Work
- Scroll. The decorative top of the violin.
- Pegs. Four wooden pegs around which the strings are wound.
- Peg box. The enclosure in which the strings are wound onto the pegs.
- Nut. A small piece of wood between the pegbox and fingerboard.
- Neck.
- Fingerboard.
- Top.
- Ribs.
What are violin fingerboards made of?
On bowed string instruments, (such as violin, viola, cello, and double bass), the fingerboard is usually made of ebony, rosewood or other hardwood. On some guitars a maple neck and fingerboard are made from one piece of wood.
What is a good violin made of?
At the most basic, a violin is made of wood, which forms the body and intricate component parts, and glue. Its strings are fashioned either from cured animal intestines, steel, or synthetic material. A violin has fittings, such as tuning pegs, that can be made of wood or other materials, including plastics.