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Bunnel Premier Violin Outfit
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Tone: Warm, smooth, mellow
- Aesthetics: Rich chocolatey brown varnish, with a smooth matte finish
- Perfect for: The beginning violinist
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Outfit at a glance
- Case: Portland Oblong
- Bow: Giuliani Brazilwood Bow
- Rosin: Giuliani Rosin
- Accessories: Carbon-fiber-style shoulder rest (contour foam for sizes under 1/4), Intro to Violin book, KV Clip-on Tuner, Polishing cloth, Prelude strings installed, plus backup string set for size 4/4 – 1/4 (Portland or similar).
- Recommended Upgrade: Thomastik Alphayue
Bunnel Premier Violin Outfit
The Bunnel Premier is an upgrade from our Bunnel Pupil, with an features improved quality of wood, providing a richer, warmer sound. It is an excellent choice for a beginning student instrument. With its smooth, mellow character and warm tone it is the perfect violin for the learning violinist to begin a musical journey.
Bunnel Premier Violin Outfit Features
Violin Features
- Four professional grade built-in fine tuners on a composite tailpiece
- Naturally dried maple and tight-grained spruce from the Himalayas
- Handmade construction
- Inlaid purfling A custom-fit, high-grade maple bridge
- High-grade ebony fittings including polished fingerboard and pegs
- Setup and inspection that meets or exceeds all MENC specifications
Included Accessories
- Pre-Installed D'Addario Prelude Strings
- Backup set of Portland Strings or similar (Sizes 1/8 and below backup strings are out of stock due to COVID-19 shortages.)
- Polishing Cloth
- Extra Strings
- Oblong Case
- Giuliani Brazilwood Bow
- Carbon-fiber-style shoulder rest (contour foam for sizes under 1/4)
Case Features
- Two satin-lined rotating bow holders
- Strong velcro straps for securing the violin in place
- Hygrometer for humidity measurement
- Double sets of durable YKK Zippers
- Plush velour lining in amber or light blue
- Shoulder rest compartment
- Spacious accessory compartment for strings, rosin, straps, etc.
- Lined protective blanket to cover the violin
- Ergonomic shaped handle for comfortable carrying 2 straps for backpack, across-the-chest, or over-the-shoulder carrying
- Weatherproof black nylon exterior fabric
Giuliani Bow Features
- Strong round bow shaft of genuine Brazilwood
- Genuine Mongolian horse hair
- Half-mounted 100% ebony frog for great balance and durability
- Mother of pearl inlay on frog
- Silver winding
- Abalone bow slide
- Precisely weighed for excellent balance and responsiveness
- Black leather grip
Learn about our company and why we are proud of our work here at Kennedy Violins
The Kennedy Violins Difference
What makes our string instruments the best on the market? We purchase each violin directly from the maker — a rare practice that allows us to set high quality standards and lower the cost — passing the savings on to you.
Crafted with Care
All final assembly and FREE SETUP is performed locally in our Washington State shop by professional luthiers. Your violin is ready to fine-tune and play from the moment you open the case.
Experience the Difference!
With both the highest-rated violins and customer care in the U.S., we are the only company confident enough to back up our instruments. Experience the Kennedy Violins difference today!