What's a good violin for a beginner?

Question

I'm trying to buy my boyfriend a violin for his birthday. He used to play the violin about ten or so years ago. He hasn't played since then. However, he has hinted that he would like to get started again, but I know nothing about violins.

What is a good violin that is under or about $300 - $400? I don't want to ask someone from a violin store, as I'm afraid they'll try to rip me off. Post links. :)

Answer 1

a stradivarius, around $3 - $4 million, lol, im just joking...

i do have one though, seriously...... from ww2.

okay i would suggest this. comes with a case, violin, and a bow

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/P...

hope i could help.....!!!!!!!!

Answer 2

hans krogers are ok.

www.swstrings.com

www.sharmusic.com

violin store people are pretty good.

better than southwest and shar...

contrary to what the person above me said, rosewood is actually ok for the fingerboard and pegs. don't accept anything except ebony and rosewood.

Answer 3

You might want to start looking here:

http://beststudentviolins.com/violins.ht...

A good company won't rip you off.

Answer 4

Make sure that the instrument has ebony fingerboard and pegs. Do not accept rosewood etc.

You might check with a local violin teacher for help.