Detail 01
Viola size
Wider across the lower bout than a violin rest. A violin-cut rest will not grip a viola's ribs.
Product detailSKU #1274228079821
ResonansViola Shoulder Rest High
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A viola shoulder rest in the high-arch height. For a violist who needs real lift between the instrument and the collarbone.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Violists with a longer neck who need the instrument raised
- Players whose viola slides down during long passages
- A replacement when the old rest no longer sits high enough
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want the viola sitting close to the shoulder
- Violinists — viola bodies are wider and the fit is different
- Anyone needing a rest with adjustable curvature
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
High height
Raises the viola further from the collarbone, closing the gap for longer necks so the chin is not reaching down.
Detail 03
Fixed arch, not adjustable
You choose the height at purchase. If it turns out too tall, the low version is the fix, not an adjustment.
Detail 04
Shoulder rest, not a chin rest
Sets how high the instrument sits. Chin comfort still depends on the chin rest already on the viola.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Viola bodies vary in size — check the rest spans your instrument before playing on it.
- 02High may be too much lift for a short neck; low is the alternative.
- 03Remove it before closing the case so the lid does not press on the instrument.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Should I get high or low?
High if there is a large gap between your collarbone and the viola, or if you find yourself reaching down with your chin. Low if the viola already sits comfortably close.
02Will this fit a full-size violin?
No. It is cut wider for a viola. Use a violin rest sized to that instrument.
03Can I adjust the height after buying?
The arch height is fixed. High and low are separate products, so pick the one that matches your neck length.
04Does it come with anything else?
Just the rest. No chin rest, cloth, or case is included.
