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Crowthers Commitment to quality: We believe that all musicians, from beginner to professional, deserve to play on instruments of the highest quality, correctly set-up and properly maintained.  Every instrument purchased from Crowthers is professionally set-up by a highly experienced technician in our workshop, and on all new instruments we offer a six month check-over service free of charge.

 
 

 

We stock a number of complete outfits suited to the aspiring string player, as well as an array of higher-end instruments to cater for the tastes of the more discerning musician. For more information, please contact the shop on 01227 763965, or email Ian Crowther at ian@crowthersofcanterbury.co.uk.

Please view our String Instruments and Ex-Rental Strings page for a further selection of instruments- we offer excellent value deals on good condition ex-rental outfits for violin, viola and cello. Additionally, please view our Secondhand Strings page for a selection of vintage instruments.

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  Violins  
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Yamaha SV-120

Features a hard maple neck, spruce body, ebony fingerboard and pegs, tuning adjusters, D'Addario Helicore strings, master volume;reverb type select; AUX IN volume tonepot controls, headphone out; LINE OUT; AUX-IN jacks. Available in three colours: antique brown, black or candy apple red. An auxilliary cable, shoulder rest and two AA batteries are included. An AC adaptor can also be used. Available in 4/4 size only and antique brown, black, and candy apple red finishes.

450.00
382.98
 
     
 

Yamaha SV-200

Dual piezo pickups under the bridge provide greater dynamic range. 2 EQ modes for enhanced acoustic tone or dry signal. Repositioned output jack so cable drapes behind player. Studio-quality preamp for noise-free performance or recording. Redesigned full lower bout accommodates standard shoulder rest. Neck is left unfinished to feel like a standard acoustic instrument. Available in 4/4 size only and in antique brown, black, cardinal red or ocean blue finishes.

750.00
638.30
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Yamaha EV-204

This revolutionary fly violin is both aggressive and expressive. Sensors under each string resonate 3-dimensionally to provide amazing tone. An onboard mixer lets you control the level of each string. The headphone jack can be used for silent practice and as an onstage in-ear personal monitor. Its carved maple body/frame provides acoustic resonance. Geared machine heads provide precise tuning. Custom-designed strings are grounded to a custom tailpiece, eliminating interference. Available in 4/4 size only and amber, cosmic blue or pearl-red finishes.

845.00
719.15
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Yamaha EV-205

A revolutionary pickup system in the Yamaha EV-205 Electric 5-String Violin uses sensors under each string that resonate 3-dimensionally producing incredible tone. The onboard mixer includes level controls for each string plus a master level control. A headphone jack and Silent Practice technology can also be used onstage with an in-ear personal monitor. The violin body/frame and soundboard are made of carved, solid maple providing acoustic-like resonance. The 5th C string adds immense versatility to this revolutionary Yamaha Electric Violin and combined with the pickup system it gives you searing tone that lends itself to jazz and rock repertoires. Available in 4/4 size only and amber, cosmic blue or pearl-red finishes.

935.00
795.74
 
     
 

Bridge 'AQUILA' 4-string Electric Violin Outfit

The violin features a light, hollow, body made from carbon fibre and Kevlar composites, a maple neck, ebony fittings and a piezo pickup integrated in the bridge. The instrument comes with a quality hardwood case and carbon fibre bow, and is fitted with Thomastic Superflexible strings. These strings have a rope core of quality steel laces for durability and stability of tuning. The neck and headstock are carved from a single maple block. The neck is hand coloured with oils, for a fast, smooth, traditional finish. The design is a modified copy of the 1710 Stradivari Viola da Gamba head. The Lithium 3V CR2032 battery gives approx 1000 hours playing time. Available in size 4/4 only and in black, black/red, black/blue and black/purple finishes.


 

750.00
638.30
 
 
 
 

Violas


 
 

Yamaha SVV-200

Yamaha designed the Silent Viola as a highly capable performance and practice instrument. Dual under-bridge piezo pickups and a studio-quality preamp faithfully deliver acoustic tone that's fully tweakable with the onboard EQ system. A repositioned 1/4" output jack drapes the cable behind the player while the lower bout accommodates a standard shoulder rest. The unfinished neck offers the feel of an acoustic instrument and the full 16" scale is easy to play. Available in 16" scale only and in antique brown finish.

975.00
829.79
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  Celli  
 
 
 

Yamaha SVC-110SK

The Yamaha SVC-110SK Silent Electric Cello provides the opportunity to play in the rich acoustic environment of a concert hall without having to be there. A redesigned resonating chamber helps produce the most realistic and "acoustic-like" string tones and resonating sound. The cello features an auxiliary input for playing along with an MP3 or CD player, a headphone jack for truly silent practice, and an output jack for performance. Three onboard reverb presets simulate the acoustics of a practice room, recital hall, and cathedral.

1215.00
1034.04
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Yamaha SVC-210SK

Lightweight and versatile, the SVC-210SK silent cello is convenient for travel yet perfect for stage performance or studio recording. With its fully collapsible design in both the upper and lower bouts it is especially portable. It features an inner resonating chamber to give players an acoustic feel. Additionally it has 3 reverb presets onboard for setting the ambience you desire, and it can be attached to a CD or MP3 player for use with recorded accompaniment or play-along practice. Comes equipped with headphones, a 9 volt battery and a protective gig bag.

 

1400.00
1191.49
 
                   
 

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