Detail 01
Round stick
Slightly more flexible and forgiving than an octagonal stick of the same wood. Smoother, warmer attack; less crisp bite.
Product detailSKU #1274319723310
Londoner BowsThree Star Viola Bow Round
Sale
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Round-stick viola bow at the third tier of Londoner's student line. For an advancing student who has outgrown the bow that came with a rental viola.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Advancing students moving past a factory-included beginner bow
- Viola players wanting a warmer, more forgiving stick than octagonal
- A second bow to keep haired and ready
- Orchestra students needing a reliable everyday bow
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Violin or cello players — viola bows are a distinct length and weight
- Players wanting maximum stiffness and edge off the string
- Anyone expecting a professional-grade bow at this price
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
Three Star grade
Londoner's third tier. Tighter stick selection and finer fittings than the One and Two Star bows below it.
Detail 03
Viola bow
Shorter and heavier than a violin bow, with a wider ribbon of hair to move the viola's thicker strings.
Detail 04
$399.99 tier
Sits above rental-grade sticks. Buying at this level is usually about response and balance, not just having a bow.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Hair is unrosined from the factory — you will need rosin before the first note
- 02Loosen the hair after every session or the stick takes a set
- 03Check the length suits your viola size before ordering
- 04Rehairing is routine maintenance, roughly annually with regular playing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Round or octagonal — which should I get?
Round sticks flex a little more and give a smoother, warmer attack. Octagonal sticks are stiffer and bite harder. Round is the safer default for most viola players.
02Can I use a violin bow on my viola?
It will make sound, but it is too light and short to properly drive viola strings. You will fight for volume on the C string.
03Does this come with rosin?
Plan on buying rosin separately. New bow hair has none on it and will not grip the string until rosined.
04Is this an upgrade over a rental bow?
Yes. Rental and case-included bows are the cheapest tier made. This sits several grades above that in stick selection and fittings.
