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See what sets our Violin Outfits apart!
VIOLIN FEATURES
- Sliders on side of the instrument for easy adjustment of tone and volume.
- 9-volt battery power supply.
- Piezo ceramic pick-up.
- 1/4-inch output jack for amp.
- 1/8-inch output jack for headphones.
GIULIANI BOW FEATURES
- Strong bow shaft of genuine Brazilwood.
- Genuine Mongolian horse hair.
- Half-mounted genuine ebony frog for great balance and durability.
- Mother of pearl inlay on frog.
- Silver winding.
- Abalone bow slide.
- Precisely weighted for excellent balance and responsiveness.
- Black leather grip.
CASE FEATURES
- Two satin-lined rotating bow holders.
- Strong velcro straps for securing the violin.
- Hygrometer for humidity measurement.
- Durable YKK zippers.
- Plush velour lining.
- Spacious accessory compartments.
- Lined protective blanket to cover the violin.
- Ergonomic handle for comfortable carrying.
- Straps adjust for backpack, across-the-chest, or over-the-shoulder carrying.
- Weatherproof exterior.
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
- Full-suspension Portland Violin Case.
- Giuliani Brazilwood Bow with real Mongolian horse hair.
- Over-ear headphones for at-home practice.
- Pre-installed D'Addario Prelude strings, plus Portland backup strings.
- Output cable.
- Kennedy Violins rosin.
- String cloth.
Learn about our company and why we are proud of our work here at Kennedy Violins.
The Kennedy Violins Difference
What makes Kennedy Violins stringed instruments the best on the market? First, we purchase each violin directly from the maker — a rare and highly effective business practice that allows us to have instruments made to our quality specifications, lowers our cost, and allows us to pass the savings to you.
Professionally Set Up
- Bridge is radiused, shaped and accurately spaced for the strings.
- Fingerboard is checked, sanded, and polished.
- All electronics are tested.
- String spacing at the nut is adjusted correctly.
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With both highly-rated violins and exceptional customer care, we are confident enough to back up our instruments. Our team is staffed by string players who can answer your questions and address any concern. Experience the Kennedy Violins difference!
What to Expect When Purchasing a Clearance Violin
Purchase with Confidence
The slight cosmetic flaws that may be present in clearance products from Kennedy Violins do not affect the quality of the tone woods or resonance of the violins. You are getting the same playability and sound as the regular-priced counterpart, for less.
The images shown are examples of possible flaws that would result in an instrument being marked down as clearance. Each instrument is unique, so your clearance instrument will be different than those shown. Reasons for markdown could be: scratches or small dents, tool marks, varnish flaws, or other cosmetic differences. If you have any questions about your purchase, we will be happy to help you. We want you to be happy with your purchase, so reach out with any question or concern.
Not in love? No problem! The Kennedy Violins team will be happy to help you find the best fit for you if you find it's not love at first sight.
B. K. Wagner
2025-08-31 16:06:44
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Meg P
2025-07-06 15:35:53
This violin has been amazing for me to learn on. I've bought cheap violins before that won't stay tuned and sound awful, but this one is nothing like that. The case is very nice. The shape of the violin is a bit tricky to get the shoulder rest to stay on, but I think that's because I bought a really cheap shoulder rest. It isn't as quiet as I hoped for with no Amp or headphones, but I think that is because it is fairly high quality for its price.It's a joy to play on, I'd highly recommend for beginners.
Chris
2025-04-29 13:17:15
I started playing violin at about 7 years old and played right through college. After that, it sort of 'dropped off' for me/ consecutive years of living in multi-family buildings after college.About a year ago, I started to really miss playing/never realizing how it was able to instantly put me into a Zen-like zone, immediate mindfulness. But...multi-family living. So, I searched for a good compromise solution and found this electric violin.Firstly, it feels very similar to an acoustic violin.Volume-wise, it is slightly less than a muted acoustic violin. Not louder than a TV. I still wouldn't play this after 8pm or before 8am where I live. With the included headphones, the violin sounds VERY similar (volume-wise) to an acoustic violin.I've played acoustic violins valued in the 10k-20k range. This violin does not have the depth and richness and warmth of that type of violin.However, I've also played acoustic violins valued in the 1k range--this electric violin has very similar tones/depth/warmth to that. So at $389, you are definitely getting your money's worth (the case and bow alone are probably worth at least $200, both are nice).I highly recommend this violin (especially if you live in situations where you might need to practice at lower volume levels)!
patriot1123
2025-04-23 13:23:52
Good violin for this price point. Also, the best customer service I've ever experienced.
ru.
2025-03-26 12:05:33
I mean I guess I should've known the amp wasn't going to sound great. The violin is heavy, like other people said. It's just a little bit of a letdown, the d and g strings are super-fuzzy even on low volume.
David Fourt
2025-02-24 13:37:44
The first one of these I got, there were several large cracks in the body of the violin. I sent pictures, and Kennedy was quick to send me a brand new instrument since it was still under the 1 year warranty. The second violin was crack free, but they sent a different color, which wasn’t a problem for me. The pegs were slipping and it couldn’t hold a tune because, I thought, the endpin started sliding out at an alarming angle, so I contacted their customer service about it. They said it was a humidity issue and gave me instructions to fix it myself. I followed the instructions, but the hole was too large and the endpin sat at an angle. They have a video for help with slipping pegs, which I find interesting. I’ve never had peg slipping issues on any of my violins except Kennedy, but their method did work. They sent me a third replacement instrument, and the body construction was fine, but the tone/volume box was loose in its compartment and is causing buzzing and rattling. If all of their instruments behave like this, I would be very cautious buying from Kennedy again. The customer service was always helpful, and I’m thankful for their warranty; you might need it.
TX JG
2025-02-16 10:19:28
I played violin as a child and recently started thinking about relearning it. After looking at a what was available, I decided to get this one. It was well in my desired price range and has the advantage of already having a pickup in it if I ever need to have it amplified in the future plus some accessories included. Being a clearance model there are some cosmetic flaws but otherwise the instrument sounds good (considering my limited playing ability at this time) and came set up perfectly by Kennedy Violins. Unplugged, with it’s small sound holes, it is softer than a normal acoustic violin but loud enough for you to hear it when you play without headphones. It also has a headphone jack which can be used, although it appears to be mono because I only heard it in one ear. Through an amplifier, it sounds good as well.
Danny G.
2025-02-14 14:25:55
I purchased the "Natural" colored version and this a awesome looking instrument! It came practically ready to play and sounds great.The Care and attention to detail that Kennedy Violins used when setting up the violin and putting together the package was obvious. After Tuning the violin and removing the giving some attention to the 9 volt batteries (in violin and the mini-amp) I was practicing as I normally would with my acoustic violin.Great Job.
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