Detail 01
1/8–1/4 size
Sized to the body width of the smallest student violins. A child moving up to 1/2 will need a new rest.
Product detailSKU #1274115036305
KunORIGINAL Mini Violin Shoulder Rest Mini Black 1/8-1/4 Size
1/2
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Shoulder rest for small-size violins, 1/8 through 1/4. For young students who need the violin held off the collarbone without gripping with the chin.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Young beginners on a 1/8 or 1/4 violin
- Students whose violin slides while shifting or bowing
- Teachers keeping spare rests for small-size rentals
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 1/2, 3/4 or 4/4 violins — the feet won't span the body
- Players who prefer a bare shoulder or a sponge pad
- Violas, even small ones
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Shoulder rest, not a chin rest
It clamps across the back of the violin and fills the gap to the shoulder. The chin rest stays as-is.
Detail 03
Kun Original design
The standard-shape rest most small-size students and teachers already know, so setup advice from a teacher applies directly.
Detail 04
Black finish
Cosmetic only. Shows less scuffing than lighter colors in a case that gets thrown around.
Detail 05
$24.85
Replacement-part money. Buying a second one for a school case is cheaper than moving one rest between violins.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure the violin, not the child — sizes are by instrument, not age
- 02Feet grip the violin's edge; check they clear the chin rest clamp
- 03Height and angle need adjusting once fitted, ideally with a teacher
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a 1/2 size violin?
No. This one covers 1/8 through 1/4. A 1/2 violin body is wider and the feet won't reach the edges securely.
02Does it damage the violin?
It clamps on the outer edge of the body, not the top. Fit it so the feet sit on the rib edge and don't press into the varnish.
03Is this adjustable?
Yes — you set the height and the angle to the player. Expect to adjust it a few times as a young student's posture settles.
04Do I still need a chin rest?
Yes. The violin comes with one and this doesn't replace it. The two work together to bridge chin to shoulder.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
