6 STRING VIOLINS!?!

YES! 6 String violins are a thing! And they're not a new thing. They're an old thing made new again.

So we'll talk about WHAT ARE ALL THOSE STRINGS? Why would you want one? What are some different ways you could use one? Who writes music for these things? Who even makes one? How much do they cost? Do you need a special bow?

[ericyoung]

As a guitarist who plays violin, I found this quite enlightening. Thanks.

[SternDrive]

Thanks for providing a bit of back ground on these strange 6 string violins. Fascinating!

[letsfigurethisout]

I love my 5 string violin but I can’t wait till I can afford a 6 string it would be incredible

[aniquinstark]

I'm primarily a guitar player but I love strings in general and you're really tempting me with these electric models

[Capybara]

Love your vidéos, very clear and to the point ! Thanks !

[gailrivas]

My Gosh!! Thank you for explaining this!!!

[CABOCLO]

I got my FADOLIN from Eric Aceto at Ithaca Stringed Instruments... it is awesome! I have been recording with just the pickup and it sounds so good, I don't even need a mic!

[goldoradomusical]

EXCELLENT JOB!!!

GOD BLESS YOU MATT!!!!

AND GOD BLESS TO YOUR PARENTS, FRENS AND WORKMATES.

[desertfox]

Thanks for the tuning info, that sounds like fun. I have a suggestion for an accessory for your shop. 
I love my NS4, but because I play without a shoulder rest, I find the fact I must use one + all the weight a big restriction in movement. However, I have a solution. The L-joint that slides into the shoulder rest part can detach. If a part (accessory) was made of just flat material (wood) it would mimic playing the violin without a should rest on the collar bone just perfectly. Since you guys are electric violin specialists, this could be a great accessory to offer as 3rd party. 
The NS line is popular with discerning ears, but for anyone being forced to play with a shoulder rest when not used to it is bothersome enough that I consider just getting a Yamaha YEV. Shame though, because the NS sound is so good. And no, the NS accessory that goes around your shoulder into the back to play hands-free is even more uncomfortable.

[justaweeb]

I like how the YES! In the thumbnail reminds me of the band Yes

[niravpandya]

Hello electric violin shop
I want an 8 string violin with a low eb
So suggest me where can I get that plz

[austinfiddler]

I just want a one string violin. One A string is good enough for me.

[RockStarOscarStern]

@UC6W4QkBDKjzTrCNG3pJYIKw
Wound Violin E Strings are not squeaky cause the Wrap wire gets rid of the squeak. The Soprano Violin High A is shimmery, & it's coated to get rid of the Squeak.

[phillipmccarty]

If you setup the 6 string to be cello and violin do you lose anything compared to a 7 string?

[Olivman]

Thanks for the info. Could you please explain how you get a cello on a 6 strings? Can you detune the 6th string down to a C2!?

[NathanaelXavier]

Do you have any other bow recommendations for a 6-string violin besides the CodaBow Joule?

[gregmonks]

BTW- what about double-string violins?

[singingviolist]

When is the Glasser 6-string coming out?

[enriquemontero]

Hello, which pedal effects do u suggest for a 6 strings electric violin?

[Spacecookie-]

I can't stand the violin snobs who say stuff like 'Why would you ruin a perfectly good instrument like that?' when I just wanted to electrify my violin. Also do you have a link to the duel bow?