Stentor I v's Stentor II (1400 v's 1500) Violin REVIEW
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- Stentor I (1400) violin review
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MY TOP 2 VIOLINS FOR BEGINNERS TO START WITH.
YOU WON'T GO FAR WRONG WITH EITHER OF THESE:
1. Stentor II (1500): goo.gl/FCa2b
Stentor II (1500) violin review: bit.ly/2d8hadr
2. Cecilio CVN 300: goo.gl/viikfN
Cecilio CVN 300 video Review: bit.ly/2dp02Oo
REALLY GOOD BUT CHEAP STARTER VIOLINS:
Mendini MV 200: goo.gl/Uk08SA
Mendini MV 200 video Review: bit.ly/2dhTV2j
Mendini MV 300: goo.gl/ERfYhF
Mendini MV 300 video Review: bit.ly/2drtINu
Mendini MV 400: goo.gl/UhSn7f
Mendini MV 400 video Review: bit.ly/2cZ3EGL
Mendini MV 500: goo.gl/q6ZE3N
Mendini MV 500 video Review: bit.ly/2cPHGa9
Stentor 1 (1400): amzn.to/2hHXY4A
Stentor 1 (1400) video review: • Stentor I (1400) | Vio...
SLIGHTLY BETTER VIOLINS FOR BEGINNERS:
Cecilio CVN 100: goo.gl/ZfH0Xv
Cecilio CVN 100 video Review: bit.ly/2csh6kc
Cecilio CVN 200: goo.gl/uDc4ZX
Cecilio CVN 200 video Review: bit.ly/2cYO9jL
Cecilio CVN 300: goo.gl/viikfN
Cecilio CVN 300 video Review: bit.ly/2dp02Oo
Stentor II (1500): goo.gl/FCa2b
Stentor II (1500) violin review: bit.ly/2d8hadr
FOR THE INTERMEDIATE PLAYER:
Cecilio CVN 400: goo.gl/MzM7Kh (this is discontinued now).
Cecilio CVN 500: goo.gl/K0f2tx
Cecilio CVN 500 video Review: bit.ly/2dhtZze
Stentor Graduate (1542): amzn.to/2hJClpp
Stentor Conservatoire (1550): amzn.to/2iBmuc1
Stentor Conservatoire (1550) video review: bit.ly/2hK4Lhn
FOR THE MORE ADVANCED PLAYER:
Cecilio CVN 600: goo.gl/gpt71v
Cecilio CVN 600 video Review: bit.ly/2dhsUaV
Cecilio CVN 700: goo.gl/c9OXpU
Cecilio CVN 700 video Review: bit.ly/2cUt78p
Cecilio CVN 800 - This one is excellent, but I can't find a link.
Cecilio CVN 800 video Review: bit.ly/2cZ4qDN
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🇬🇧BELOW are violins on Amazon.co.uk I recommend for UK🇬🇧:
MY TOP VIOLIN FOR BEGINNERS TO START WITH IS:
Stentor II (1500): goo.gl/U4LCc
Stentor II (1500) violin review: bit.ly/2d8hadr
REALLY GOOD BUT CHEAP STARTER VIOLINS:
Forenza Prima: goo.gl/9DpLB9
Forenza Prima video review: • Forenza PRIMA Violin R...
Stentor 1 (1400): amzn.to/2iBil82
Stentor 1 (1400) video review: • Stentor I (1400) | Vio...
SLIGHTLY BETTER VIOLINS FOR BEGINNERS:
Forenza Secondo: goo.gl/1jT6R0
Forenza Secondo video review: • Forenza SECONDO Violin...
Stentor II (1500): goo.gl/U4LCc
Stentor II (1500) violin review: bit.ly/2d8hadr
Stentor Graduate (1542): amzn.to/2i2Uo5X
FOR THE INTERMEDIATE PLAYER:
Forenza Series 6 violin: goo.gl/Mg3gzj
Stentor Conservatoire (1550): amzn.to/2hHYJdZ
Stentor Conservatoire (1550) video review: bit.ly/2hK4Lhn
FOR THE MORE ADVANCED PLAYER:
Forenza Series 8 violin: goo.gl/qvzSIb
Forenza Series 8 video review: • Forenza Series 8 Violi...
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VIOLIN COMPARISON VIDEO REVIEWS:
Stentor I v's Stentor II (1400 v's 1500): bit.ly/2hIduxo
Mendini MV200 v's Mendini MV300: bit.ly/2i33MXh
Cecilio CVN100 v's CVN300: bit.ly/2iraclX
Cecilio CVN100 v's CVN200: bit.ly/2ivV7gZ
Cecilio CVN400 v's CVN500 Violin: bit.ly/2iBpsNG
Cecilio CVN600 v's Cecilio CVN800: bit.ly/2iBx5DH
Cecilio CVN 600 v's 700: bit.ly/2hIa2Ti
Cecilio CVN 700 v's CVN 800: bit.ly/2j0EZaq - เพลง
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Such a helpful video, thank you very much Alison. Hearing the two violins one after the other with no time break is really effective, the difference in tone is immediately apparent. This has helped me decide to fork out a bit more as my son upgrades from a 1/2 to 3/4 size.
To my ears, the 1400 actually sounded better. I have a Stentor II (1500) and it plays well but sounds very similar to yours, which to me is a bit less mellow and more harsh.
James Williams exactly wtf
First one sounded deeper he second one is brighter tone
What I heard was the same as Alison, as the Stentor 1500 a nicer tone, maybe richer and deeper. At first it appeared a bit larger. I’ve decided to order the Stentor 2.
I got mine Stentor 2, yesterday. It is now my best violin. I have 4 other Chinese Strad copies, the Stentor has better sound, more volume, bass, mids, trebs..what a huge difference.
I have the same and love it !
Thankyou that's really helped me
I am a violin teacher and I come in contact with Stentor all the time. I find them very sturdy and a great value for the money. By the way, I love watching your videos for your sound advice and because I think you are a very pretty lady indeed :)
The Stentor lol spoke to me as you were playing it. I agree, very smooth, lovely tone, and you do it justice, as you play it so well! I feel like I owe you a tip! I am seriously looking for a violin with a deep, dark sound similar to a viola. Thank you kindly Alison.
As someone with 20 years experience on guitar and seeking to branch into violin, I really appreciate your advice. I'll be picking up the CVN500 and feeling much more confidant in that decision. Cheers!
Would you recommend the CVN500 or the Stentor II for someone who has a bit of previous experience?
I just wanted to thank you for this informative video. :) I've been thinking of getting the Stentor II or a Mendini MV300 and after lots if research, including several of your review videos, I've made my decision to go for the Stentor II, and I had the opportunity to try both, and iI was amazed at the quality of the sound of the Stentor II , and it's beautiful; I just love it!! For now, I'm just saving up for this beautiful violin. :)
Audibly, the Stentor I sounds "whiny" or "nasal" while the Stentor II sounds more full. An obvious resonance difference but I can't tell from looking at them.
Yes I agree. Sadly this is something inherent with cheap student violins.
I thought it was the other way round - I thought the 2 sounded more whiney than the 1
Hi thank you for your review videos, they are very helpful!!!! I just purchased a Stentor 1500 for my daughter. Do you think it is a good idea to replace the original strings with Dominant strings? Will there be a big difference? This is her first year in violin classes. Thanks for your time.
Do you suggest using the bow that comes with the Stentor or should I invest in a better quality bow?
Ooh it was really helpful that you sort of "melded" them together like that. I thought the 2nd one sounded a little bit more "nasal" if that makes sense, than the first one. I don't think that would have come across unless you melded them together like that. So cool! I NEVER hear the difference 😂😂
I played viola 6th-10th grade years. Always wanted to play violin. Wanting to getbback into to playing, but I forgot how to read music, and I've always been scared to tune it myself after breaking the bridge in school.
The Stentor I actually sounded better to my ears when you played it versus the Stentor II. I have a Stentor I and love it :-) It's a good quality beginner violin. I put on Dominant strings and purchased a nice carbon fiber bow, which enhanced the sound quality greatly. Thanks for the very helpful videos!
Hi there Alison, I am a complete beginner to violin and looking at purchasing a violin. I am looking at buying either the Stentor 1 or the Stentor 2. I am not bothered about the costs i am just wondering which one you believe is best for a beginner, or whether you have any suggestions for a beginner violin. Thanks.
Hello, Alison! Firstly, I'd like to thank you for your great reviews, they're so helpful! Could you please tell me what do you think about the Stentor Graduate violin? It's between the Stentor II and the Stentor Conservatoire.
I didnt review it, so i cant say. Sorry
Looking for something for my daughter, who has just started at school - got a cheap one for Christmas (£50ish), regret it. Thanks for the review, we'll be getting the stentor 2 :)
I bought a Stentor II in Canada now I want to buy a better one. What do you recommend me?
Hello, I am a beginner violinist and I would like your advice on what perfect violin I should use as a beginner. A nice quality, and a good sound one! I have followed your tutorials but haven't finished yet! And I would like to thank you, because with out your tutorials I wouldn't have reached this far:)
You really saved me 😅
I was about to order a ridiculously overpriced beginners violin, since I had no clue what a violin was supposed to cost. I have now ordered a nice Stentor instead, thanks to you.
I love my Stentor 1500 after 2 mos. it is well made with beautiful spruce and maple fine grain wood. A richer, deeper tone after playing on it 2-3 hrs a day. The wood has opened up since first bought. It’s not as tight or tense, but a lovely deep tone. I love it!
Hi Alison, I am looking to take up violin during the summer as I used to play the cello up to grade 6 then quit but I miss playing a stringed instrument so I thought I may as well start. Do you think the Stentor II would be a good choice because I’m not a complete beginner and have the bowing technique etc down but theres just so much choice when it comes to violins I don’t know where to start!!
I think it will be fine to get you started without sounding terrible and scratchy. Just depends if you want to future proof a bit more as you will want to upgrade soon if you stick with the violin.
hi Alison
I want to buy a violin to start with but I dont know if I should buy a stentor 1500 or a Cecilio cvn600. Im going to try learning whit your vidios because are the best. my native lenguage is Spanish but I prefer to try a Little harder with your vidios instead of looking for other videos in spanish.
Thank you,
Blanca S
With only a couple sentences to judge by, your English is EXCELLENT!
I am very happy with this Sentor! Teacher is too and holds tune well
Good review Alison but I wish you would consider giving us a good close up of the top of the violins. Thanks for your expertise!
Sorry about that, i didnt think it necessary at the time as I felt it wasn't as important as the sound quality and playability.
You're a sweetheart for answering!! I ordered a Cremona that was pictured showing a defined long grain beautiful spruce top. The instrument I received had a what appeared to be a maple top with grain lines created by staining. I was soooooo disappointed and immediately returned it! This is the purpose behind my original comment; your reviews are all great. You can't think of everything we are questioning. Merry Christmas!
Cremonas are cheap and therefore may not be as good anyway, as they are very much an entry, entry level violin for someone who has never played before and just 'needs' something to play on.
If you want something that looks nice and plays well with all the wood etc etc, then you are looking at $1,000 PLUS. Anything under that is just something to have to learn and play the music. Thats all.
This is why at this level, the wood, back and spruce etc is totally irrelevant as it wont make a blind bit of difference - even though brands say it does.
I know its a minefield, but you have to be realistic to what you are buying.
I can recommend the CVN500 with Dominant strings (you need to buy and replace them separately) and you will be good to go for a long time.
Out of all the violins I have reviewed, I never once looked at the wood or even cared what it was and looked like as its all in the sound with these violins.
Anyway, enough waffle lol.
Marry Christmas and have a good NY, Alison
I was actually thinking about getting this one
Hi found your vid very very helpful. I've returned playing after 37 years I got to grade 7 but I don't have a lot of money but think you have solved my problem I will get one of these thankyouim going to save for the 2 very very helpfuf
Alison, thank you SO much for this review. I am a violinist precisely as your described: played as a child, quit after my Grade 3 Exams and am looking to take it up again after more than 11 years, but just for fun.
I appreciate your review, and from what you have said, it appears with the Stentor violins that you do get what you are willing to pay for.
I picked up the slightly more mellow tone in the Stentor 1400 when compared with the Stentor 2, but only when listening through my ear phones. I think that for the purposes which I intend to use the violin for, it wouldn't matter, though I think practicing with the Stentor 1500 might be slightly kinder on my ears, especially given the issues I, personally, have with perfecting my craft.
Adidas Love I would personally get the II over the I. There isnt 'much' in it, but enough to warrant spending the extra cash in my opinion. If you do get the II and can afford to add some Dominants, then you really will be rocking and rollin lol! :)
Thank you. I'm truly considering getting the II. I'm still looking around, but found your review and the sound quality (albeit a slight difference) convincing enough.
hi! i've been watching your videos and i'm really interested to learn the violin. my local store doesn't really carry a lot of violins, but it does have the stentor 1. you did say in the stentor 2 review that the stentor 1 was scratchy, do you still recommend it for a beginner (that might be self-teaching herself violin)?
kyufail yes its fine and it is a little scratchier than the SII, but then the SII costs more. Depends on your budget.
How does the 2 compare to the graduate? I like the darker sound, is the graduate dark too?
Hello, I know you recommended the Stentor II, but now the video is old now, is that still the best one to go for, or are there any newer ones you'd recommend instead?... :D Love your videos btw
If you can get a Fiddlerman violin, they are far better and much better set up: bit.ly/2TCgWk1
@@TheOnlineViolinTutor Ahh brilliant, thank you so much! :D
Do you still recommend Stentor I and II for students, in 2020? Or is there new good violins on the market within the same price range?
What is your experience with Christina violins?
In the UK yes, but for US, no. Fiddlerman violins are much better.
Hello Alison! I'm an intermediate violinist, I've been playing for
3 1/2 years and I'm trying to decide whether to buy a Cecilio CVN 500 Or the Mendini MV 650. And I would like to know if you've had any personal experience with either of these violins or if you could possibly do a comparison video please? Thank you, So Much!
buy a violin from fiddleman,, the soloist violin, u will love it
Is it weird that I liked the first stentor violin/ stentor1 better?
Its probalby your speakers/headphones or whatever you are listening too as the SI is very tinny in comparison.
I'm new to the violin, out of all the violins you've reviewed which one would you recommend for a beginner? Budget isn't a problem
+Mole Cakes Hard to say as it depends on so many factors. I could say the CVN800 as its the top of the line, but its also not cheap. Do you need something that advanced etc etc? Budget does come into it, plus what your needs and wants are.
I would say though as a beginner you could go for either of the following:
1. Stentor II
2. CVN300 WITH Dominant strings
3. MV500 WITH Dominant strings - which would be my favourite out of the 3, but if you don't get the strings, don't bother.
Have you tried the Revelle 500QX? I played one today and found it t o be much warmer than my current no name violin. The Revelle goes for $899 (just violin) which is obviously much more expensive than the Stentor. I haven't played a Stentor and don't know if the Revelle is that much better if at all.
I have never heard of Revelle violins.
Love the S2 its a moody mellow velvet tone especially with upgraded strings, i love mine, best purchase i made.
cat missw yes, in fact al the Stentors seem to be mellow sounding - almost their signature sound.
hi alison... gr8 helpful videos... we were wondering if you have reviewed stentor graduate (1542) vs stentor conservatore...1550... liked the conservatore sound..on your video.... wondering if step up is worth it.... thanks !!
+bonnie angevine No I havmt - sorry. I have played it though and its not worth the price upgrade in my humble opinion.
Hi Alison may I know whether I should buy a hofner or the stentor violinist ?
I have quite a lot of experience playing the violin
(For last 7 years)
I dont know anything about Hofners so i cant comment.
Hey Alison!! Im looking to get a violin and i was wonder how much better is the stentor 1 verses the Mendini MV300.
I replied to your other comment.
I have the Stentor 1400, but here's the thing. I tried to play as soon as I put on the rosin. nothing!! I tried tuning and fixting the boy and putting more rosin and still! I plucked the strings and it sounds beatiful! but the bow I don't really know if it's the bow. I play with the boy I can hear a little bit but not to much. any tips??
Ashley nolasco alot more rosin
thanked for all your help... there are so many options buying is confusing... looking to cvn600 now... better value than the conservatoire?
+bonnie angevine They are very similar I would say. Go for the cheaper one.
Hi there! Love all your videos! I was wondering what are your thoughts on the Stentor II 1515 Student Electric Violin? Thank you!!
Cheap electric violins are not great as they are bulky, heavy, uncomfortable and difficult to play as they are slightly off in measurements which means your intonation will be slightly off.
@@TheOnlineViolinTutor thank you for getting back to me! I appreciate your advice!
Whay would a beginner start with a 300$ violon only to uograde to a 600 one in a year? I think it just makes sense to go right away for the 600 one...
I've watched all your violin reviews. which three from bestest to best do you recommend for an advanced player looking for an upgrade (consider if we were to replace each set of strings which dominant strings if the violins need better strings)
+Jennifer Morales Totally depends on your budget to what and how 'advanced' to go. To be honest, i have only played a Cecilio 800 in terms of advanced. I would suggest you go to a proper violin dealer (not a shop) and try out a bunch and see what you do and dont like. This video will help: th-cam.com/video/rMXALA9tmzw/w-d-xo.html i follow these rules too.
+The Online Piano and Violin Tutor thank you!!
i have a stentor 2 and its a really nice violin,,, but i did not like the strings, i wanted it more responsive, so i put on prelude strings,, omg now it sounds amazing. very very nice sound,,, so make sure to switch out the strings,, makes playing the violin way easier.
You added reverb?
Do you think you would be able to do a review on the Ton Klar Dancla violin? I have that one and the tone sounds like a cheaper violin and I want to get a violin like this but I am not sure how much of the sound is coming from my bad playing or from the violin and I'd like to compare the sound to the stentor
If the company sends me the violin to review, I will happily review it. 😀
Hello,
I'm thinking to buy Cremona Violin, what do you think about Cremona SV-1240 or SV-500 VS the Stentor ?
Please help me
Thanks :)
JCEgypt I have never played a Cremona so I cant comment. Sorry
hey i've been looking at your reviews and i wanted to buy a cecilo but they don't have those here. they do sell stentor violins and i've been thinking of buying the stentor 2 but i've been playing for 6 months now ( i know that i'm still a total beginner) and i want to buy somehting that i can at least use for 3 more years without having to do an upgrade. is stentor 2 good for that our should i go for something like the Conservatoire ? :)
The SII is basic and will do for he short term, but you will need and want to upgrade soon.
I have a question. I'm trying to go by budget. What if you get the Stentor 1 but you upgrade the strings, would that make it better sounding?
Yes and no. It won't change the sound to something better but will make the strings easier to play on.
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor thanks for the advise. Roughly $45 difference I'll just get the Stentor 2
Hello! Thank you for comparision! Would you recommend to buy Stentor II for the beginner?
Yes. its Ok.
@@TheOnlineViolinTutorThank you!
Mam, are stentor rs 1880 Arcadia good violins
Hi Alison! I have a question. Now you should tune the Stentol II ,Wil you youse the finetuners , or will you youse the pegs? To a beginner without braking the strings?
Mathilde Hauge Depends on how much out of tune the violin is. If its only out a little, the fine tuners might do it. If not, you will have to use the pegs little by little.
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor Ok thanks for your answer😋
Which one should i choose that has the best low and high pitches, stentor 2 , cvn cecilio 300 , or cvn cecilio 500 🧐😫🤯
If you want some nice tones on the high and low pitches, you'll need to be spending a lot more than the cost of these violins as they are just student ones. Student ones are just violin that work well - you wont get 'nice tones' from them sadly, but these are all ok if you just want a decent sounding violin that it set up reasonably well.
Hello Allison, i am a beginner and i would like to know your opinion about Ricard Bunnel G2? I still have not bought one.
I have never played one im afraid.
Stentor 1500 does sound better, I think I may go with that one. Thanks for the help! :)
I have been struggling on what Violin I want to choose, and you have helped so much. Thanks again.
@@saramariieee Hey did you ever get the violin how was it
Hi Alison, i am a complete beginner but i bought the Stenton 2 because it had ebony pegs and ive read even low quality ebony is better than other woods on pegs, is this true? Just subscribed and hello from America :)
TheBarnabascolins Yes, ebony is the best type of wood for the violin.
Hi, Would you recommend the Stentor II over the Cecilio CVN-500? I am buying a violin for my 8 year old son. He is starting to play and I want to make sure I get him the best Violin I can. Thanks for the help!
No. The SII and the CVN500 are miles apart. The CVN500 is far better than the SII. Put Dominant strings on the CVN500 and you are laughing! :)
Thank you!
If the wood grain is more prominant ,like on the 2,it might be that the wood used is more slow grown/seasoned.....?
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are half violins for kids? do I buy a full size one or a half one, is there any difference in sound or ease of play ? thank you
If you are an adult you will need a full size violin. Half sized violins are for kids yes.
hi! i was wondering if the violins came with the strings that you played them with or if you changed them with nicer and more expensive strings.
Marta Zucchini I dont change anything when i do violin reviews, as that would be misleading. ALL my review videos are honest and as they come.
okay thank you
Do they both tune the same? As in smoothly and pegs that do not slip.
+Yara Sakalla Yes they do.
Is the S on the violins permanent? I am thinking about buying a 16 inch viola.
Humza Ahmad what S, do you mean the f holes?
As you hold the two instruments up the Stentor I seems like it's smaller all around, including the scale length than the Stentor II. This of course would affect the tone of the instruments. If this is true, the Stentor I would tend to have a little sharper & crisper tone, while the Stentor II would have a little more mellow & richer tone. You didn't play the Stentor II, so we can't really tell if this is so. Thanks for your video.
She did play the Stentor II, immediately after the Stentor I
I really really want to learn violin but my mom doesn't seem to support me so i guess I'll learn it when I am older and buy one myself instead. I saw some secondhand violins that were cheap and seemed reaaaallly in good condition but my mom didn't trust them I don't know what to do!...
Hey Allison! would you recommend the stentor student I over the cvn300?
No. The CVN300 is comparable to the SII. The CVN100 is more like the SI.
+The Online Piano and Violin Tutor thanks for the reply!
Do you recommend or use a violin stand (to store your violin with/hold it)?
+Sarah Turpen yes i use one as it saves me putting it and out of my case 50 times per day lol. I cover it with a cloth though when not using it.
This may seem like a stupid question, but you shouldn't keep your should rest on your violin when it is on the violin stand. It really doesn't fit right. So no shoulder rest and violin stand?
Alison how is the Yamaha v5 to start? It sounds better than those two to me.
I have never played it, so I couldnt say - sorry.
are the strings the same? probably the only sound diffrence is due to the strings? and the body is exactly the same?
I did not alter or change the strings.
Hi.I'm getting a violin soon. Are there big differences between the stentor one and stentor two?
Please,can you tell me exactly which are the differences and will it affect my learning process?
I really like the aspect of the stentor 1 and the case and they sound pretty similar,i just wanna make sure i know what i'm going for
+Photoshop Geek What i think is in this video - its why i made the video.
Oh well thanks
+Photoshop Geek Loo, there is very little difference, but the difference there is, is worth the difference in price from the Si to the SII.
Okay,Going for the stentor 2
+Photoshop Geek The SII is better if you have the money and want to spend it, but if you dont have the extra money and dont want to spend that much the SI is also fine. Stentors are good quality so which ever you get just depends on budget.
I bought a Stentor II, to learn violin for the first time, and I'm having a ball with it. AUS$205, from a local store, which seemed okay to me. My teacher played his violin, and then mine, and mine didn't sound cheap and nasty in his hands, so I was chuffed about that.
I like the Sentor II better, tone wise it sounds less... how do I say it... it doesn't have that extra pitchy tone, but yeah still deep and dark; anyway, they are both great for beginners😄
Alison, are you adding reverb to these recordings or is that just coming from the room?
I may have added a little reverb as my room is horrendously dry, but the tone of the violin will still be the same none the less.
I find it a little difficult to distinguish between the internal resonance of the violin and the reverb. BUT thank you for the videos. They are fantastic.
Can you please provide sheets for the song you're playing on them?
There is sheet music available for the pieces I play - I probably played pieces I composed myself that are available from my online shop: www.amsmusicshop.com and if you saw my latest video, you can win a $4,600 violin if you buy a book.
TYVM
did you put any reverb on the sound as you were playing?
+Grant Fleming i cant remember - i may well have done....
Hi! I'm working on grade 4 and have had my stentor one since grade 1 actually. I am thinking about saving up for a violin and was wondering which ones you would recommend?
I would recommend you go to a dealer and try a bunch out. Since you are on grade 4, student violins wont cut it now so you need to get a proper one, not a branded one.
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor What do you mean proper sorry? Also how much would I be looking at spending?
A proper violin is not one that is mass manufactured by a brand. I dont know what your budget is, but is you are doing grades and expect or want to do well in them, you need to be spending around the £800 mark I guess - ROUGHLY. That will also mean you wont have to upgrade until you get to the advanced grades.
You cant expect to learn more advanced bow techniques and go higher up in the positions with a poor violin that will not give you the tone and scope you need to do these advanced techniques on. I know that sounds like a lot of money, but its the same investment every musician makes if they want to advance and you cant have one without the other. There is not point wasting all your time, hours and effort practising and money on lessons if you cannot get better because the violin wont let you. It also may seem like any violin will be fine, but it wont as they dont have the tone or set up or ability that matches what you will be doing.
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor yes, that makes sense. would something like the cecilo cvn 600-800 or forenza series 8 be a good choice?
Well in my opinion no as those are branded violins. Assuming you are in the UK you can’t get cecilio violins anyway.
It’s up to you of course, but my professional advice is go to a violin dealer and get an antique violin.
Your teacher should have some advice for you on this so it might be best to ask them and do what they say.
hello Alice I watched every video and I liked every video of yours just I want to request you something please can you tell me is it good for me to start on a small size violin or do I need to buy a full-size violin is it ok if I buy a half size violin I'm sorry if I made any mistake in spelling
If you are an adult, you will nee a full size violin. The other sized violins are for children and will be too small if you are adult.
+The Online Piano and Violin Tutor ok thank you very much for your reply my age is 17 and I must say you are playing very good I Want To Be Like You on the violin so please can you give me some tips thank you
+The Online Piano and Violin Tutor can you please suggest me a good violin with low price £40 £50 cost and the one which I can buy on Amazon thank you I hope you will reply me take care
+The Online Piano and Violin Tutor I am a piano player as well I play guitar and now I want to learn the violin I play for church so I want to learn the violin I taught myself piano and guitar without any classes at all
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Ma'am....plzz reply....i'm a beginner..but I'm willing to invest for a good violin from the start itself...so plzz suggest....which one should I buy....STENTOR 1500 or CVN 300 or CVN 500?? plzz Ma'am....looking forward to your reply🙂..thanku😊😊
CVN500 without a doubt! The CVN300 and Stentor 1500 are beginner violins. The CVN500 is an intermediate violin - in my opinion....Add Dominant strings to the CVN500 and you are laughing!
Thank you so much for replying Ma'am😊......just one more doubt...as I'm a beginner and you're saying that CVN 500 is for Intermediate...so which one should I buy out of STENTOR 1500 and CVN 300?? ..plzz reply Ma'am
Mehul Gupta your opinion
I think im going to buy CVN 500 just so I won't have to upgrade later.
Which is better the mv500 or stentor 1500?
+mohammed natshbat Not much in is, but the MV500 is nice WITH a better set of strings like Dominants, plus quite a lot cheaper - even with the better strings. Without the Dominant strings on the MV500, the Stentor 155 is better.
How does this compare to the cecilio cvn 300?
Onomulus I replied to your other comment.
what do yuo think about electric violin?
I think they are awesome, but not to start learning with.
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Thank you! i have buy the stentor 2 it's awesome!!
I had to send back the Stentor II I've received because it came without the certificate. How can a beginner understand the difference between the 2 violins without a certificate? So, I have to try another one...I like the Cecilio cvn 500 but in my country it's impossibile to receive this nice object. For the moment I am really confused...A Gewa, german violin, should be a very good choice, but it's really not cheap for a beginner...
I have never heard of a violin coming with a certificate?
@@TheOnlineViolinTutor how can a beginner know if the violin is a Stentor 1 or 2?
what is the difference between stentor SR and stentor MOD
I dont know im afraid.
which is better ? (Cecilio MV400/ 500 or Stentor II)
+Allegro Vivante Stentor II, but the MV500 only IF you put Dominant strings on it. If you dont, then the SII is better.
Thank you!
Will you do a review of the Stentor 1550 soon?
Joshua Moreno Next week it comes out.
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor Thank you Alison!!!
Watching that bow and bow shadow get so close gave me anxiety. Lol
Hi Alison,
Hope you are doing great. I have bought the Stentor 2 violin a week ago. I wanted to know your suggestions in upgrading the strings to pirastro tonicas (Dominants are bit costly). Will upgrading the strings in the beginning improve my learning rate and performance? Is it okay to choose Tonicas over dominants?
I am an absolute beginner and I am learning the basics from your online lessons. Your lessons are of great help. Thank you for motivating me in learning the violin.
Different strings will not improve your playing or learning as such, but the bow will glide easier on them and be less hard work for you and the tone will be much nicer.
@@TheOnlineViolinTutor Thanks a lot for the reply..tutor. I got a clear understanding of it now. Do you recommend upgrading the factory strings of my Stentor 2 to pirastro tonicas right now in the beginning? 😊
Hello !
I don't understand the english but I want to know the difference between the both. Someone okay to write here the summery of video! Thanks you very much, it's very important for me :)
And Why the CNV 500 is far better than SII if the price is until same ?
The CVN500 in MY opinion is better. I dont set the price.
Hi Alison, wow your channel is amazing!
I am about to start learning the violin and will be purchasing one in a few days. In your opinion would it be better to buy a Stentor II with dominant strings or a stentor conservatoire with the strings that come with it? Thanks for any advice you can give, I am so confused :)
Coral Leigh Either or, although Im not sure the Conservatoire is quite worth the money as its very expensive.
The Online Piano and Violin Tutor Thank you Alison :)
how about strad copy violin Madam?? thanks
I have never played one. Sorry
Is this an intermediate level violin?
No. Try one of these: bit.ly/2TCgWk1
What was the piece you played ?
+Gunther Rendel i think if i remember i just made it up.
can you please please please recommend a good set of strings for the stentor ll ?
Dominant strings
thank you , and what about the prelude ?
They are decent also and not too expensive but i have not tried them on my stentor. I have Dominants on my SII now and i like them.
thanks
I believe in one of your reviews (which are excellent by the way, a huge thank you for them) you recommended maybe a swap of strings on the Stentor II, which I recently purchased. I originally had the Mendini 4/4 MV200 but went ahead and did a wee upgrade since you gave a great review on the SII. I purchased a Dominant/Pirasto string set to swap out just today.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000V6E01I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I really hope I chose the correct set. I know they won't make a HUGE difference but as a beginner I'd like to get all the boost I can to encourage me to keep practicing. Less scratch, smoother...etc. Even went the extra mile and bought the Pirastro goldflex rosin :)
If for some reason anyone thinks that the string set is wrong for the SII please chime in :) Would rather not waste the $!
Also, you didn't mention anything about the quality of the bow (that I remember). It seems fine but I wasn't sure if I should look for an upgrade or if the original in the case will do just fine for a beginner student.
Hello, I really want to buy Cecilio CVN-500 because I want a good violin from the start but it's not available in my country neither does the amazon link ship to my country. A Stentor II is available though, but I don't want a violin that's only good for a beginner, any advice? ):
On amazon it looks a lot darker
A good comparison would be to play both instruments with the same set of strings (T. Dominant, for example)
What song are you playing ?
I think I either made something up, or a piece from one of my own song books.
The Online Piano & Violin Tutor I've been humming it for like a week it's beautiful.
@@Stella-iw6vc Its this: www.amsmusicshop.com/loves-young-echo-violin-sheet-music-download-only/ I composed it a few years ago.
Mine is stentor 1/1400