Equilibrio Chin Rests

We are currently waiting for our first shipment of chin rests from the producer. When they have arrive, we will post it here. The chin rest series will then be available at all violin shops worldwide.

After an intensive five-year study at the Utrecht School of the Arts in the Netherlands, we are pleased to announce the release of the Equilibrio Chin Rest Series in partnership with Wolf Products. 

The Equilibrio Chin Rest Series provides choices for individual musicians of all sizes and builds, reflecting the true range of players in the profession. Four chin rests of varying heights and contours, each with accompanying corks for raising or slanting the chin rests, provide more than sixteen different chin rest options. Equilibrio chin rests can be purchased individually, or as an entire set, especially handy for violin and viola teachers.

A curved outer surface keeps the throat free from pressure and rubbing, and brings the edge into alignment with the jaw for maximum grip. Raised, tense shoulders can release as the instrument eases into its rightful place. Sound improves as the violin comes to rest on the collar bone, adding bone resonance to the natural resonance of the instrument.

Special design features improve both stability and mobility, providing the support necessary for the instrument while leaving the musician free to move and play. The contour is adjusted at each chin rest height to allow for the best placement of the instrument for any size player. Cork inserts help you further adjust the tilt to bring the strings into position for ease in bowing and fingering. This allows easy access of the left hand in higher positions, and, enables you to reach the tip of the bow with ease, or gain room for freer bowing at the frog.

A free online textbook provides guidelines on how to fit and use your equipment, including advice on unlearning cramped playing habits, so that the player can rediscover the freedom and balance that superlative playing requires.