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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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stage-and-practice-setup
Cutting the cable on your electric or acoustic-electric violin opens up the stage — but which wireless system actually delivers clean sound, reliable battery
·11 min read
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
·10 min read
instruments-and-pickups
Three Yamaha electric violins, three very different use cases. Here's how to match the right model to your playing situation before you spend four figures.
·10 min read
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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gear-and-accessories
Two popular clip-on tuners go head-to-head for violinists and fiddlers. Here's what real owners report, where each one falls short, and which one deserves a
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