on September 18, 2025

I purchased this violin as a backup for my main instrument. While it's not a professional-grade violin, it offers excellent value for the price. The tone is warm, and it holds tuning well after initial setup. The case and bows included are also of decent quality.

on September 02, 2025

The Glarry GV406 exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend for beginners!

on July 27, 2025

They say you get what you pay for, but I feel I got much more than that with this bundle. This is a fantastic beginner violin or even just something to have around to fiddle around on. I have never had or played one before so I'm sure there are some critiques I am missing, but from a beginners perspective, it sounds lovely, it's a beautiful instrument, and it really does the trick. Add the case and all of the goodies in it and wow, what a bargain!

on June 26, 2025

Would recommend to any new player.

on May 11, 2025

The strings aren't top-tier. Once replaced, this violin really shines.

on April 06, 2025

Very pleased with this violin. It's lightweight and resonates beautifully. Great build for the price, and perfect for learning.

on December 20, 2024

Bought this as a Christmas gift and it was a hit! My daughter loves it and the price was perfect for a holiday surprise.

on December 05, 2024

As someone who plays casually, I wanted a reliable backup instrument without spending a ton. This violin delivers more than expected. I'm happy with it.

on November 18, 2024

Great violin. My only very minor gripe is that the setup required a tiny tweak with the bridge, but once tuned it sounds really nice. The sound projects well and the build is solid for the cost.

on October 31, 2024

As a beginner I appreciate how comfortable this violin is to hold. I love it.

on September 19, 2024

The violin is very good. Just the color of the violin I received is not the same as the picture shown here.

on April 22, 2024

About a month into owning the violin, it started to become unglued on one side. I sent them pictures and they immediately sent me a replacement. They were incredibly easy to work with and extremely helpful. I would have given 3 stars, but after their awesome customer service, they get 5. Thanks so much!

on April 16, 2024

My husband ordered this violin kit for me to start learning how to play as it was a lifelong goal. Everything works great. I am so happy.

on April 05, 2024

Well crafted violin for beginners, looks really nice.

on March 27, 2024

We received the violin today and I was pleasantly surprised. After tuning and getting rosin on the bow, I played the violin and it sounds like, well a violin, exactly like every other violin I have played. I didn't realize this came with an extra bridge and strings, which was a nice bonus.

on March 24, 2024

Great violin for beginner considering the really great price.

on March 15, 2024

mine had warm enough sound. within the beginner's ability to create a sound, it does what it is suppose to do.

on March 09, 2024

It seems a big thing that helps retain the quality of this violin at a low price is similar to what's done on lower priced yet still good quality electric guitars. There is a satin finish on the violin, which is a creates lower cost in production. The build and playability are great. The case is sturdy, and mine came with strings, an extra bridge, bow, tuner, and rosin.

on February 25, 2024

The craftsmanship far exceeded my expectations!

on February 23, 2024

Perfect for my 11 year old.

on February 17, 2024

Price was just right, for not knowing how much daughter would really be into it!

on February 10, 2024

Everything you need to get set up. I personally didn't care for this rosin, but was okay with starting with it. Sand up that rosin to begin with. I am overall very pleased with this all inclusive set!

on January 30, 2024

I love it! I was looking for a cheap violin to take lessons with. It's amazing! Get it!

on January 22, 2024

It working fine for my beginner lessons. It goes out of tune easily, but also easy to get back in tune. The glue on one bow failed, but they replaced it with a new bow, free of charge. Thank you!

on January 14, 2024

I love it

on January 13, 2024

Packaged was delivered amazingly and everything on the inside was packaged sage and tight and violin looks brand new and sounds great.

on December 31, 2023

Granddaughter loves it.

on December 29, 2023

Amazing. Maybe due to the lighting, the photo looks brighter, but it's actually a bit darker than my photo. Very retro.

on December 28, 2023

There is a lot to love about this violin but.... Cons- Of the two bows I received one was usable, not great but usable. The other was just absolute trash and I'm kicking myself for not getting pictures before I tossed it. Get yourself a better Rosin, I can prepared for bad rosin and got bad rosin. You can get a decent rosin on Amazon for like $5. If you care about appearance my violin has dirt spots mixed in with the finish. And last, but the most painful one. The E string sits so l ...

There is a lot to love about this violin but.... Cons- Of the two bows I received one was usable, not great but usable. The other was just absolute trash and I'm kicking myself for not getting pictures before I tossed it. Get yourself a better Rosin, I can prepared for bad rosin and got bad rosin. You can get a decent rosin on Amazon for like $5. If you care about appearance my violin has dirt spots mixed in with the finish. And last, but the most painful one. The E string sits so low it's nearly touching the top part of Mt neck. The issue is the nut was filed down too deep. Pro's- Price for sound quality is insane. You will not find a better sounding violin for the price Glarry puts out in the US. It beats out most other more expensive entry level instruments with a consistent warm tone. Aged wood, AGED WOOD, AGED WOOD for $94. Holy poop The case has a built in hygrometer The tuner is great, and I got two bridges which was a huge plus. The violin isn't staying in tune well, but that is to be expected with new cheap strings. Overall- I would give this violin 3.5 stars. If I find an easy affordable solution to the E string I will update my review and increase it's rating.

on January 11, 2024

UPDATE- I received a new bow in good condition and a $15 refund. This worked great because I used the money to buy a new bridge, this solved my E string problem. I would like to change my 3 stars to 5!

on December 27, 2023

Great piece. My daughter wanted on to play for school. So here it is. It is beautiful and it's a great plus for kids. Her teacher was even quite impressed with it and is looking at getting some for the school.