Gewa 1/4-1/8 O.M. MONNICH VIOLIN SET HW
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- This item is covered for 3 years
What you need to know
What you need to know
- Ready to play right out of the box : instrument prepared in the workshop, to start under good conditions without complex adjustments.
- Selected solid woods : solid spruce top, solid maple back and ribs for a richer and more precise response.
- 1/16 size : ideal for very young violinists, with a grip adapted to small physiques.
- Complete pack : delivered with bow, rosin, and lightweight case to carry and protect the instrument daily.
Manufacturer Information
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The GEWA Pure range: workshop quality for the first years
With the Pure Ensemble series, GEWA offers acoustic violins designed to accompany musicians from their very first learning stages. Each instrument is play-ready, prepared in the GEWA workshop in Germany, an essential step to ensure comfortable playability, good stability, and a more motivating start, especially for smaller sizes like 1/16.
For whom and in what playing contexts?
This 1/16 acoustic violin is mainly aimed at beginners (children) starting in music school, private lessons, or conservatory. Its size facilitates learning hand and bow positions, while its "ensemble" configuration covers essential needs: basic technique work, introductory classical repertoire, intonation and rhythm exercises, and first recitals.
Sound quality
The solid spruce top promotes a responsive vibration and natural projection, useful for achieving a clear sound even with light bow pressure. The solid maple back and ribs provide structure and precision, contributing to better note definition and a pleasant balance between brightness and warmth. The whole is complemented by a dark reddish-brown varnish that highlights the violin's traditional aesthetic, with the presence of purfling for a refined finish.
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Technical specifications
| Format | 1/16 | Fingerboard | Hardwood |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Color | Brown |
| Top | Solid Spruce | ||
| Back and Ribs | solid maple | Chin rest | yes |
| Varnish | dark reddish brown | Rosin | included |
| Purfling | yes | Bow | included, Massaranduba with ebony frog |
| Trim | hardwood | Case | included, lightweight with screw-fastened cover, sewn-in sheet music pocket and carrying strap |
| Tailpiece with fine tuners | yes | Preparation | ready to play |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Gewa Pure HW Violin 1/16 suitable for beginners?
This model is suitable for children starting out in music schools, private lessons, or conservatories. Its 1/16 size facilitates learning hand and bow positions.
What woods make up this 1/16 violin?
The top is solid spruce, while the back and ribs are made from solid maple. This construction promotes responsive vibration and precise note definition.
Is the violin set up before delivery?
Each instrument is set up for playing at the GEWA workshop in Germany. This setup ensures comfortable playability and good tuning stability. It is particularly beneficial for a small 1/16 size intended for early years of learning.
Are there fine tuners on the tailpiece?
The tailpiece is equipped with fine tuners, allowing precise tuning adjustments for all 4 strings.
What is the finish of the Gewa Pure HW Violin 1/16?
The brown finish features a dark reddish-brown varnish with purflings. The fingerboard and fittings are made of hardwood, with a chinrest included.



