I played cello and trombone in school, and guitar for many years after that, but I was too impatient to learn to read music, learn proper finger positioning to play without looking, or learn proper technique, so I reached a point where it was impossible to advance any further or play with speed and clarity, so I put down the guitar for about fifteen years. Now with the world the way it is, I figured I would learn the violin; from the beginning, note for note like a school child again.
This Bunnell Pupil violin kit from Kennedy Violins is absolutely everything I could have wanted, at an amazing price. I have a music store just right down the street, and even their used violins, which don't seem to be particularly excellent quality, are more expensive than this entire outfit. I immediately registered on the Kennedy website and also got a full bridge rubber mute for practicing in my apartment, some string cloths, and a book. I called Kennedy to get help registering the violin after it arrived and Rachel was very helpful!
I got a black case with grey lining, and a matching cloth to cover the violin. I took only one picture but all the other pictures by other reviewers triodastra and Just me are good representatives of what everything looks like. I would have been happy with any of the three random colors. The hygrometer in the case does seem to work. There is a zipper pocket on the top of the case where I keep a lesson book and some cloths. Inside is as described; it's a sturdy, padded case with cutouts for the violin, shoulder rest, and a lidded compartment for rosin, strings, and whatever, which are actually all in there, in addition to two straps that can be used to carry the case backpack style or the long way. Pay attention; there is a padding piece at the end of the cutout that corresponds to the tail of the violin; I brushed my fingers under it and found a small key under there for the main compartment's zipper lock, which is just over the button that unsnaps the flap! That way you can lock it and it can't be unsnapped and opened, at least not quickly.
The top lid of the case, which houses the hygrometer, has slots to hold two bows, with a pivoting plastic piece that holds them in. The kit comes with one bow, already rosined and ready to go. There's an extra set of strings in addition to the D'Addario strings already installed and tuned. All guitarists know D'Addario makes good quality player-priced strings. Haven't tried the other Portland brand yet.
The violin itself looks very nice, and is of obvious good quality. There don't appear to be any defects. The back is a solid piece, the varnish is nice, and everything seems to be well built. As I said I don't have a lot of experience other than with a cello back in the day, but I cannot find any fault with the construction. The pegs fit well and do not slip, the bridge is sturdy, the fine tuners work well and are easier to turn than I expected, thebow is light and sturdy and the hairs stay put so far (about two weeks). The sound seems quite nice, especially after I got the Trala app and played with the tuner and learned to hold the bow properly again and use the right pressure. Tuning the thing actually seems to be the best way for me to learn the right pressure and bowing technique, as the note will not sound pure unless you bow correctly. When I bow correctly, the sound, even with the mute on (I haven't actually played with it off yet!) sounds just as good as the instructors on the Trala app, and I assume they are using much more expensive violins!
Bottom line: if you want a violin, get this outfit. Period. I remember my mom having to scrimp to rent the instruments I played in school, and they are much more expensive than this nowadays. This price for such a nice instrument and all the various extras, is to me, now that I understand things better, an absolutely amazing value. Even if at my age I manage to become good enough to want to invest in a more pricey instrument, I would still use this to practice on I'm sure. I'm blown away. Don't look anywhere else; I looked all over Amazon and this Bunnel Pupil violin from Kennedy Violins is what you want, I guarantee. And Kennedy has already proven themselves to me to be a great company. This is your new violin!
Bunnel Pupil Violin Outfit 4/4 Full Size By Kennedy Violins - Carrying Case and Accessories Included - Solid Maple Wood and E
4.7 | 729 ratings
Price: 339.99
Last update: 07-18-2024
About this item
[HIGH QUALITY] Our customer service team is on hand to answer ANY question and to help with your stringed instrument! Kennedy Violins is proud to offer the highly-rated Bunnel Pupil violin in an outfit with bonus accessories.
[THE COMPLETE OUTFIT] We have included the HIGH QUALITY accessories that professional players recommend in your outfit. This includes a Giuliani Brazilwood Bow, Giuliani rosin, D’Addario Prelude strings installed on the violin, a Portland oblong violin case, an extra set of Portland Strings, a Portland Carbon Fiber Shoulder Rest or a contour foam rest for 1/16 to 1/8 fractional instruments,.
[ASSEMBLED AND QUALITY CHECKED IN THE USA] Our final assembly and set-up are in the USA, NOT in China. Quality set-up equals LONG TERM performance. Improper set-up can lead to poor quality sound and damage to the instrument. We send you an instrument ready to tune and start playing right away.
[HANDCRAFTED] This Bunnel 4/4-size violin is handcrafted with solid maple and spruce tonewoods, 100% genuine ebony fittings, then completed with a satin oil finish.
[LIFETIME GUARANTEE] All of our Bunnel Pupil Violins are fully backed by a lifetime warranty and a 45-day money-back guarantee. Are you ready to try out your new Kennedy violin? We take our customer satisfaction seriously. Please reach out if you have ANY questions or concerns, we go to great lengths to make our customers happy!
[THE COMPLETE OUTFIT] We have included the HIGH QUALITY accessories that professional players recommend in your outfit. This includes a Giuliani Brazilwood Bow, Giuliani rosin, D’Addario Prelude strings installed on the violin, a Portland oblong violin case, an extra set of Portland Strings, a Portland Carbon Fiber Shoulder Rest or a contour foam rest for 1/16 to 1/8 fractional instruments,.
[ASSEMBLED AND QUALITY CHECKED IN THE USA] Our final assembly and set-up are in the USA, NOT in China. Quality set-up equals LONG TERM performance. Improper set-up can lead to poor quality sound and damage to the instrument. We send you an instrument ready to tune and start playing right away.
[HANDCRAFTED] This Bunnel 4/4-size violin is handcrafted with solid maple and spruce tonewoods, 100% genuine ebony fittings, then completed with a satin oil finish.
[LIFETIME GUARANTEE] All of our Bunnel Pupil Violins are fully backed by a lifetime warranty and a 45-day money-back guarantee. Are you ready to try out your new Kennedy violin? We take our customer satisfaction seriously. Please reach out if you have ANY questions or concerns, we go to great lengths to make our customers happy!
Product information
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 40.25 x 12 x 7.5 inches |
| ASIN | B01GF2FGGE |
| Customer Reviews |
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars
727 ratings
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #7,077 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #15 in Acoustic Violins |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | May 31, 2016 |
| Back Material | Maple |
| Body Material | Maple Wood |
| Color Name | brown |
| Fretboard Material | Ebony Wood |
| Top Material | Spruce |
| Neck Material Type | Maple Wood |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Material Type | Spruce Wood, Ebony Wood, Maple Wood |
| Size | 4/4 |
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Joshua
No better value.
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2021
Joshua
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2021
This Bunnell Pupil violin kit from Kennedy Violins is absolutely everything I could have wanted, at an amazing price. I have a music store just right down the street, and even their used violins, which don't seem to be particularly excellent quality, are more expensive than this entire outfit. I immediately registered on the Kennedy website and also got a full bridge rubber mute for practicing in my apartment, some string cloths, and a book. I called Kennedy to get help registering the violin after it arrived and Rachel was very helpful!
I got a black case with grey lining, and a matching cloth to cover the violin. I took only one picture but all the other pictures by other reviewers triodastra and Just me are good representatives of what everything looks like. I would have been happy with any of the three random colors. The hygrometer in the case does seem to work. There is a zipper pocket on the top of the case where I keep a lesson book and some cloths. Inside is as described; it's a sturdy, padded case with cutouts for the violin, shoulder rest, and a lidded compartment for rosin, strings, and whatever, which are actually all in there, in addition to two straps that can be used to carry the case backpack style or the long way. Pay attention; there is a padding piece at the end of the cutout that corresponds to the tail of the violin; I brushed my fingers under it and found a small key under there for the main compartment's zipper lock, which is just over the button that unsnaps the flap! That way you can lock it and it can't be unsnapped and opened, at least not quickly.
The top lid of the case, which houses the hygrometer, has slots to hold two bows, with a pivoting plastic piece that holds them in. The kit comes with one bow, already rosined and ready to go. There's an extra set of strings in addition to the D'Addario strings already installed and tuned. All guitarists know D'Addario makes good quality player-priced strings. Haven't tried the other Portland brand yet.
The violin itself looks very nice, and is of obvious good quality. There don't appear to be any defects. The back is a solid piece, the varnish is nice, and everything seems to be well built. As I said I don't have a lot of experience other than with a cello back in the day, but I cannot find any fault with the construction. The pegs fit well and do not slip, the bridge is sturdy, the fine tuners work well and are easier to turn than I expected, thebow is light and sturdy and the hairs stay put so far (about two weeks). The sound seems quite nice, especially after I got the Trala app and played with the tuner and learned to hold the bow properly again and use the right pressure. Tuning the thing actually seems to be the best way for me to learn the right pressure and bowing technique, as the note will not sound pure unless you bow correctly. When I bow correctly, the sound, even with the mute on (I haven't actually played with it off yet!) sounds just as good as the instructors on the Trala app, and I assume they are using much more expensive violins!
Bottom line: if you want a violin, get this outfit. Period. I remember my mom having to scrimp to rent the instruments I played in school, and they are much more expensive than this nowadays. This price for such a nice instrument and all the various extras, is to me, now that I understand things better, an absolutely amazing value. Even if at my age I manage to become good enough to want to invest in a more pricey instrument, I would still use this to practice on I'm sure. I'm blown away. Don't look anywhere else; I looked all over Amazon and this Bunnel Pupil violin from Kennedy Violins is what you want, I guarantee. And Kennedy has already proven themselves to me to be a great company. This is your new violin!
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Erica Padron
Definitely worth the price!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2023Minna p
Great company, excellent instrument
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024Julia Kang
I love Kennedy Violins
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2022Danis pineda
This violin is extraordinarily good, I just took it out of its case and play something, and wow!!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2020
Danis pineda
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2020
I like everything of it!!
It brings everything it says.
The only thing is that the frog has like an a scratch on it, and behind the peg box there is like a mark of “glue” leaking, and one of the F wholes is like missing some black paint but I mean for the price that’s nothing, I might just change the bow later on, but!
if you’re a beginner this violin is perfect for you or if you just don’t want to spend a lot of money this violin is perfect!!!!!
So I can just said that I love it!!!
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