Yamaha 4/4 SILENT VIOLIN SV104BL BLACK
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Essential Information About the Yamaha YSV104 Electric Violin
Essential Information About the Yamaha YSV104 Electric Violin
- "Acoustic" Feel with Headphones: The SRT POWERED system is designed to deliver a more natural sound image than a simple "direct" electric violin signal.
- Quiet and Inspiring Practice: Two reverb settings, ROOM and HALL, for practicing with realism or playing with more spaciousness.
- Immediately Familiar Reference Points: Layout and ergonomics close to a traditional violin, allowing seamless transition between electric and acoustic without relearning techniques.
- Simple Play-Along: AUX IN input on the control box to practice with accompaniments and work on timing.
Manufacturer Information
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YSV104: The SILENT Violin Spirit, Focused on Study and Playing Comfort
With the YSV104, Yamaha continues its "Silent" philosophy: enabling violinists to play whenever they want while maintaining playing sensations close to a classical instrument. The 4/4 size, lightweight design, and handling tailored for daily practice make it a coherent choice for home, studio, or travel setups where volume control is a decisive factor.
The dedicated control box for the YSV104 centralizes essentials (volume, ambiance selection, audio input) without complicating the instrument. The result is an experience focused on study, headphone listening, and consistency, with a very "plug and play" approach.
Who the Yamaha YSV104 Excels For and Its Applications
The Yamaha YSV104 is primarily aimed at violinists who want to practice silently: apartments, dormitories, travel, late rehearsals, or family environments sensitive to volume. It is an excellent routine tool to stabilize bowing, intonation, and endurance while maintaining control over sound level thanks to the headphone output.
It is also well suited for students (and many beginners): left-hand reference points, bow angle, and overall feel remain close to an acoustic violin, promoting transferable technique. The AUX IN input facilitates "play-along" study (rhythm, phrasing, ear training) by playing directly over an external audio source.
Sound
On a solid-body violin, the "projection" of a resonating body does not exist as on an acoustic: the sound is captured at the source and then reproduced through headphones. Here, the piezo pickup integrated into the bridge finely captures the vibrations of the strings and bridge, with a quick response to attack and excellent clarity for precision work.
The heart of the experience is the SRT POWERED processing, designed to bring headphone listening closer to an acoustic sensation: more depth, a wider sound image, and a more "alive" perception of nuances. The two reverbs, ROOM and HALL, allow adapting the sound space: one closer and controlled for study, the other wider to recreate a "hall" impression and more expressive playing.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For optimal use, provide a set of quality 1.5V AA batteries (x2) to maintain stable power supply, as well as a wired headphone with a mini-jack plug to fully enjoy silent practice. A mini-jack audio cable is also useful if you want to use the AUX IN input with an accompaniment source.
Technical specifications
| Format | 4/4 | Fingerboard | Composite |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Color | Black |
| Top | Spruce | ||
| Size | 4/4 | Chinrest | Plastic |
| Dimensions | Width 206mm x Height 583mm x Depth 111mm | Strings | D'Addario Zyex |
| Weight | 490g / Control box 70g (2.5 oz) | Pickup | Piezo (Bridge) |
| Body | Spruce | Controls | Master volume, sound switch (Room/Hall) |
| Neck | Maple | Connectivity | AUX IN (mini jack) - PHONE OUT (mini jack) |
| Bridge | Maple (with integrated pickup) | Power | 1.5V AA batteries (2 pcs.) |
| Pegs | Ebony | Included | Earphones, 2 cables, and control box |
| Tailpiece | Synthetic resin (equipped with fine tuners) | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Can the Yamaha YSV104 be played with headphones without disturbing others?
The PHONE OUT mini-jack output allows headphone listening, while the piezo pickup integrated into the bridge captures the string vibrations. Headphones are included with the control box.
What batteries are required for the YSV104?
Power comes from two 1.5 V AA batteries.
Is it possible to play along with audio backing tracks on this silent violin?
The AUX IN mini-jack accepts an external audio source. A mini-jack cable connects this source to the control box. The backing track signal can then be heard through the headphones together with the violin.
What sound settings are available on the Yamaha YSV104?
Two ambiance settings can be selected: ROOM and HALL. The control box also includes a general volume adjustment.
Is the YSV104 suitable for violin practice in full size 4/4?
With its 4/4 size, maple neck, and composite fingerboard, this model is designed to keep playing feel close to a classical violin. It is fitted with D'Addario Zyex strings and a fine tuner tailpiece.
