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Fits 1/2–1/4 size
Covers the smaller student violins. Check your instrument's fraction before ordering; the feet won't span a larger body.
Product detailSKU #1274228079350
WolfForte Secondo Violin Shoulder Rest Violin 1/2-1-4 Size
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An adjustable violin shoulder rest sized for 1/2 to 1/4 instruments, for a student who needs the height and angle set to fit them.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Students on 1/2 or 3/4-quarter size violins wanting adjustable fit
- Players who need to tune height and tilt rather than accept a fixed shape
- Upgrading from a basic fixed rest that never sat right
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Full-size 4/4 violins — outside this rest's size range
- Anyone wanting the cheapest possible rest for a rental instrument
- Violists; this is cut for violin body widths
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.
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Adjustable design
Height and angle can be set to the player's shoulder and neck rather than forcing them to adapt to one fixed curve.
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Shoulder rest
Fills the space between collarbone and violin so the left hand can move freely instead of supporting the instrument.
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$59.99
Mid-tier for a rest. You are paying for adjustability and build over the $20 fixed-shape entry models.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Size follows the violin, not the player — measure the instrument first
- 02Rest only; no violin, chin rest or case included
- 03Set the height once with a teacher; too high causes shoulder tension
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit a full-size violin?
No. It's made for 1/2 down to 1/4 size instruments. A 4/4 violin needs a full-size rest.
02Why does it cost more than a basic rest?
It adjusts to the player rather than coming in one fixed shape, and the build reflects that. Fixed student rests start around $20.
03Does my child need a shoulder rest at all?
Most students use one. It stops the left hand from having to hold the violin up, which frees the fingers for playing.
04Will it mark the violin?
It attaches at the edges of the instrument rather than resting on the back plate, keeping contact away from the varnish.
