Sound Advice



How do you buy a new bow? What is the best step-up instrument? And how do you know when it's time to change your strings? Get the inside (peg) dope on instrument care and more.
6 Things to Look for When Buying a Bow

 Consider these tips when shopping for a new bow.
Shake the Chill

 Surviving the winter blues with these instrument-care tips.
Bows on a Budget

 Student? Just living frugally? Here are some tips on finding a good, affordable violin bow within your means.
Case-by-Case Basis

 A few pointers on selecting a new instrument case.
Grab Bag

 Gig bags and case covers make life easier for pros and students alike.
Livin' Large!

 Your next musical step: Upsizing a stringed instrument.
Stick To It

 Bow care is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Bow Bugs

 Pesky pests that will eat your bow.
Keep Your Bow Clean

 A little care can stave off serious problems
Picking a Tuner

 Strobe? Sweep? There's an instrument tuner somewhere that meets your needs
Sweet Summer

 Tips to make sure your instrument makes it through the season
But How Does It Work!?

 Ever wonder how the construction of a stringed instrument affects the sound?





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