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gear-and-accessories
D'Addario NS310 strings ship on most serious electric violins for a reason — but they're not always the right answer. Here's how to know when to stick with
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instruments-and-pickups
Two of the most-discussed mid-range electric violins go head-to-head. Here's how the Yamaha YEV104 and Kennedy Bunnel Edge compare on tone, stage reliability
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instruments-and-pickups
Not sure which violin pickup type will survive a three-set gig without feedback or tone loss? This guide breaks down piezo, magnetic, and hybrid systems so you
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instruments-and-pickups
The Yamaha YSV104 sits at a tricky price point — too expensive to be a casual purchase, not quite premium enough to replace a touring rig. Here's exactly what
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instruments-and-pickups
Thinking about adding a low C string to your electric fiddle setup? Here's what that fifth string actually costs you in tone, playability, and gear
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instruments-and-pickups
Not all budget electric violins are created equal. Here's exactly what changes — and what doesn't — as you move from $80 to $200, so you can spend confidently
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