Bows
Bows are a playing essential for Violin, Cello, Viola and Double Bass, they can affect your sound and playing experience. At Gear4music we stock an array of bows for your stringed instrument, from top-quality brands such as GEWA, Conrad Goetz and Coruss Bows.
Bows are a playing essential for Violin, Cello, Viola and Double Bass, they can affect your sound and playing experience. At Gear4music we stock an array of bows for your stringed instrument, from top-quality brands such as GEWA, Conrad Goetz and Coruss Bows.
Browse by Stick Shape, Material, Size and much more to find the best bow for your string instrument.Violin Bow by Gear4music, 1/2 size
Violin Bow by Gear4music, 4/4 size
Cello Bow by Gear4music, 4/4 Size
Primavera Hardwood Violin Bow, Round 3/4
Primavera Hardwood Violin Bow, Round 4/4
Primavera Composite Viola Bow, Round 12''
Double Bass Bow by Gear4music, 1/4 Size
Primavera Hardwood Cello Bow, Round 4/4
Double Bass Bow by Gear4music, German Frog
P&H Violin Bow Fibreglass, Full Size
Conrad Goetz Bulletwood Violin Bow 20, 4/4
Jaeger Germany Bulletwood Student Violin Bow, Round 1/4
Hidersine 5052A Carbon Fibre Cello Bow, 4/4 Size
Orchestra Carbon Fibre Weave Violin Bow 4/4
GEWA Carbon Student Double Bass Bow, French Style, 4/4
Hidersine Premium Unidirectional Carbon Violin Bow, 4/4
Coruss Carbon Bow for Cello, 4/4 Purple Hair
P&H Double Bass Bow Carbon Fibre, 4/4-3/4
About Bows
Bows are vital to the performance of string instruments like violins, violas, cellos, and double basses, each designed to enhance the instrument's sound and playability.
Violin bows are typically crafted from materials such as pernambuco wood, known for its balance and responsiveness, or carbon fibre, which offers durability and stability. These bows are lighter and allow for more intricate techniques.
Viola bows, while similar to violin bows, are slightly heavier to produce the deeper tones of the viola. They are available in various materials, including hardwoods like bulletwood, and modern composites for durability. These bows offer balance and control, essential for the viola's rich sound.
Cello bows are longer and heavier than those for the violin and viola, providing the necessary weight to produce the cello's powerful, resonant tones. Options include traditional wooden bows and modern carbon fibre models, which are favoured for their strength and resilience.
Double bass bows are the heaviest, designed to draw out the deep, rich tones of the instrument. Like other bows, they are available in various materials, from traditional woods to more modern composites, catering to different playing styles and preferences.
Choosing the right bow can significantly impact the sound and comfort, making it an essential aspect of a musician's toolkit.
FAQs
Do all string instruments use the same bow?
Different String instruments require different bows, these bows are suited to the instrument and vary in size and weight depending on the scale of the instrument and player. The concept of the bow is the same through out the instruments however things like material, shape and size does change.
How to tell the difference between a viola bow and cello?
You can tell the difference between a viola bow and cello bow through the size and weight. Viola bows are lighter and shorter, designed for smaller instruments, while cello bows are longer and heavier for deeper sound production. Additionally, cello bows typically have a more pronounced curve for added tension.
Why are bows so expensive?
Bows are expensive due to the time and skill it takes to make them, the quality of materials that are used and the attention to detail that is applied to the bows. Some brands also have a rich history in making bows, some dating back hundreds of years so this also affects the price.
