Oh wow, I'm in love...! That is absolutely amazing. Plus, I hate the "hickey" marks I get from my violin haha. I wish I could afford it. And yeah, every band should have a violin!! ;) Preach!
I'm still at school but I love the violin so much! Right now I only have a student violin, so it doesn't sound great and you can't do much with it. I really want to get a violin of my own so that I can practice as much as I like. I've been playing for 9 years and I've grown to like it so much! I hope one day I can get one of these
@@ElectricViolinShop Someday kids should be able to get a Fretted Viper Violin with up to 7 Strings in fractional sizes because it's alot more comfortable.
This is why I think 7 String Fretted Viper Violins are so much easier than a standard Violin especially for begginers, 1) the strap allows the instrument to hold you, 2) it's lighter weight, 3) the 3 additional strings facilitate transposition, 4) the geared tuning machines make it easier to tune, 5) the 24 frets along with the fret dots make it easier to find the notes, and 5 the solid flying V body adds a bit of rock n roll.
I have picked up my violin recently after a 10 year hiatus. One of the reasons I put it away was that the neck / left shoulder pain got too intense to bother with as someone who did not play for income. Does the viper help alleviate that pain? I'm absolutely in love with it...what a sexy instrument!
@@SpikyBrandee The frets also made it easier to play in tune, & they have position dots. I wish they were available in fractional sizes (up to 7 Strings and also frets) because kids need freedom, frets, & the extended range as motivation.
I've wanted a Viper ever since I got to play one on Enter Sandman with Mark Wood 13 years ago. I still have to hustle more for one but until then, my 11 year old 5 string Stingray has been pretty reliable.
the main thing here is the geared tuners. whoever decided that violins and cellos should still be using the same awful pegs in this day and age is crazy. why would anyone want a tuner that makes your string go out of tune if you look at it wrong?
All of those friction pegs will have to be thrown away and replaced with mechanical pegs so fine tuners can be removed to allow the top to vibrate more freely like on a Baroque Stringed instrument
Let's make fractional sized versions so that kids get that freedom too. They should have an Acoustic-Electric version so you can jam in an unplugged Setting.
This instrument (7 Strings & Fretted version) is so much easier to learn on than a Standard Violin & Viola because 1) the 3 additional Bass Strings (C, F, & Bb) facilitate playing in every key, 2) the frets help find the notes, 3) the geared tuners facilitate tuning up & restringing (strings load into the tailpiece), & 4) you've got a Strap (like a Guitar). The Flying V shape also adds a bit of Rock n Roll to the mix.
Now Mark needs to license his Viper design to other violin makers to allow for a lower cost and more of these available since they are very scarce! Hardly any out there for sale!
I'm an electric guitarist. I don't think I'm interested in a Viper because what they offer the violinist I already have (a rock vibe, lower pitch, and freedom of movement; which some non-shoulder-rest techniques appear to mitigate). I get it, but I already got it. I'm at a different angle looking for a more "violin" vibe for my toolbox.
Yes every band should have a violin and I need a viper in my life plus I am lucky that my teacher is not a traditionalist (as in violin music ) plus she is a back up violinist for The. Who
Do you sell the wireless shown in this video? I am trying to figure out exactly what equipment I am going to need in order to perform if I choose to purchase a viper. You have many beautiful options in your shop, I hope to call one of those viper violins my own one day.
Eleanor Jane - Matt uses his own Line 6 G50 wireless in this video. We don't stock that one but can order it. Similar and less expensive is the Line 6 G30, which is a belt pack that could attach as shown in the video. Also available is the Line 6 G10, a bug style transmitter that plugs directly into the output jack. We love the ease of use of the G10. You can check them out here: www.electricviolinshop.com/wireless.html
Is the support bar that sits underneath the violin able to lay down flat or be removed easily? I'd like the ability to have the violin strapped to my back for when I'm not playing, and pull it up front when I'm ready for it. But I'm unsure with that support post and not knowing if it can be made lay flat. (I know it is necessary for support when actually playing but wondering where it can go when strapped to my back).
This instrument is so much easier to play than a Standard Violin or Viola that beginners will benefit from the freedom via strap, extended range with up to 7 strings, frets, and machine heads if only they were available in fractional sizes.
@@ElectricViolinShop Sadly they don't make any Acoustic-Electric Viper Violins & they should (along w/ Acoustic-Electric Cobra Cellos, and Acoustic-Electric Boa Basses) so that way your Rock Orchestral can do Acoustic versions of songs.
@@PhoenixOfFireflies Now Violinists & Violists with 7 String Vipers (Cellists on 6 String Fretted King Cobra Cellos) can sing their hearts out while they play, & as a bonus their singing will really allow them to back up the Choir & the audience too. The Bassists will play on 6 String Upright Basses that are tuned in Fifths with pickups cause they're super easy to carry too.
Matt is, as well as Chris, Susie, Duncan, Jamie or Shana. Hit us up at info@electricviolinshop.com and we'll be happy to answer any questions you have. :)
Electric Violin Shop The 7 String Fretted Viper can even be tuned as a 7 String Guitar which I did that (but down a whole step) by using Viola D'amore Strings made by Thomastik (Super Flexible for a bright steel string sound) so I could emulate the Reed Organ. The other neat thing about a 7 String Fretted Viper is you can use it to play Choral works by alot of composers making it the "Choir" of Violins which is why I call it a "Choirlin" cause it has the same range as a Choir.
Darkwaven17 By default it is still tuned in 5ths rather than 4ths, so guitar/bass finger patterns don't apply. Also, bow technique is very nuanced and is as difficult to master as is the left hand. You can buy a combination of extended range strings that will allow you to tune a 6 string Viper like a guitar.
Unfortunately, only here in our shop - unless you find a friend who has one and will let you borrow it. We're in Durham, NC - only a few minutes from RDU airport, though. If you're considering buying a several thousand dollar instrument, a few hundred dollar plane ticket might not be so bad...
No. This violin isn't symmetrical. They can custom make a left handed version, but trying to play a right handed instrument left handed would be a disaster.
You can place a custom order for any finish or color option you want with a 50% down payment. Custom orders may take up to 2 years to deliver at this time. www.electricviolinshop.com/custom-viper-builder.html
I understand that it is an electric violin made to plug in, but is it possible to play it without plugging it into a speaker? (Is it possible to play it without the electronics?) Thank you! :)
I would have said that isnt the only reason there is a bowt, surely a lot of people find that having one makes shifting positions easier (for someone used to a normal violin)
I actually like NOT having a bout. The thumb stop is in the same place. And if you're bumping the heel of your hand on the bout for third position, that's actually not ideal. I do understand that it's a little like flying without a net, but you get used to it very quickly, especially if the instrument is fretted. We had a customer special order a violin (not a Viper) with no bout and no thumb stop. Now THAT was a hard instrument to play.
Depende. Hay varios configuraciones. Empiezen a $2380 con 4 cuerdas y un TruTone pickup. El modelo mas popular es 5 cuerdas, frets, y Barbera pickup. Vale $3350.
Price ranges widely, from around $2,500 to upwards of $5,000 depending on options. Options include 4 to 7 strings, pickup (we recommend the Barbera pickup option), exotic tops and finishes, and frets. You can see our current selection of Vipers as well as configure a custom Viper on our site here: www.electricviolinshop.com/viper-violins.html
It depends on number of strings, whether it has frets, which pickup it has... The most common configuration is a 5-string fretted with a Barbera pickup. Those prices, as of March 2023, start around $4200.
For that strap and support they charge you almost 2000 dollar more than other electric violins . It is not fair man . I need one because of my neck problem , but......
That's not exactly true. The Viper is a high end professional quality violin - in the same category as Jordan or Zeta. They're priced about the same as a Jordan or a Zeta. It's not just about the chest support.
@@fabioweber3675 We don't have whatsapp, but we can communicate with you at info@electricviolinshop.com (email) or by facebook direct message on our Electric Violin Shop facebook page
@@thoughtcubecubing166 They're super easy to carry & much easier to play on especially with frets, however for electric instruments the price has to be less than the acoustic instruments due to construction differences.
Unlike a guitar the curved bridge and neck allow for individual strings to be bowed for sustained melodic playing. The timbre of the strings and of bowed strings in general, as opposed to strummed or picked guitar strings, is quite different as well. That said, the fretted Viper does let a violinist do a lot of guitar sounds and techniques .
I instantly thought of the video "Mind Control" by Tantric when you mentioned the different perspective of bringing a Viper violin to your rock group!
Finally! A review on the Wood Violins Viper from you guys! I have been thinking about ordering a 6 string for awhile now and now I'm pretty much sold!
Oh wow, I'm in love...! That is absolutely amazing. Plus, I hate the "hickey" marks I get from my violin haha. I wish I could afford it. And yeah, every band should have a violin!! ;) Preach!
Now do u purchased it ? Please tell me ur experience because i also very hate my hickey Mark under my chin.
@@kisstheviolin4117 This instrument floats on a Guitar Strap, super easy.
The Viper is such a great instrument. The best electric violin :-D We love to play it!!!
Very useful & the 7 String version is great for playing Choral arrangements too
I'm still at school but I love the violin so much! Right now I only have a student violin, so it doesn't sound great and you can't do much with it. I really want to get a violin of my own so that I can practice as much as I like. I've been playing for 9 years and I've grown to like it so much! I hope one day I can get one of these
They should make it more affordable.
Me: Everything I wanted on a violin! Great! (Looks at price) oh... That makes sense
They're not exactly cheap, but they are worth every penny.
Yes very true
@@ElectricViolinShop Someday kids should be able to get a Fretted Viper Violin with up to 7 Strings in fractional sizes because it's alot more comfortable.
This is why I think 7 String Fretted Viper Violins are so much easier than a standard Violin especially for begginers, 1) the strap allows the instrument to hold you, 2) it's lighter weight, 3) the 3 additional strings facilitate transposition, 4) the geared tuning machines make it easier to tune, 5) the 24 frets along with the fret dots make it easier to find the notes, and 5 the solid flying V body adds a bit of rock n roll.
Me: wanting to start on an electric violin.
Me: oo this sounds amazing!
*Looking at price* honey how much do you think we can sell the kids for?!
I have picked up my violin recently after a 10 year hiatus. One of the reasons I put it away was that the neck / left shoulder pain got too intense to bother with as someone who did not play for income. Does the viper help alleviate that pain? I'm absolutely in love with it...what a sexy instrument!
No.
Yes, it does. There's a video on this on the wood violins websitr
It works thanks to a strap
I ended up getting a viper and it's changed my world. It absolutely takes the strain out of playing!
@@SpikyBrandee The frets also made it easier to play in tune, & they have position dots. I wish they were available in fractional sizes (up to 7 Strings and also frets) because kids need freedom, frets, & the extended range as motivation.
The Frets on a Fretted Viper are more very akin to Bar Frets on those old Martin Guitars, definitely a throwback to the past.
5:48 I do play Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, & virtually every fretted instrument I've picked up.
Wow, I might look into getting a Viper one day but not right now since I'm still learning and I'm a bit of a traditionalist in a sense.
This is way easier to learn with due to increased playability.
I've wanted a Viper ever since I got to play one on Enter Sandman with Mark Wood 13 years ago. I still have to hustle more for one but until then, my 11 year old 5 string Stingray has been pretty reliable.
the main thing here is the geared tuners. whoever decided that violins and cellos should still be using the same awful pegs in this day and age is crazy. why would anyone want a tuner that makes your string go out of tune if you look at it wrong?
segazora haha “if you look at it wrong!” Nicely put
Geared tuners are an improvement & those Friction pegs should be obsolete (and even fine tuners) cause improvements were made to them over the years.
All of those friction pegs will have to be thrown away and replaced with mechanical pegs so fine tuners can be removed to allow the top to vibrate more freely like on a Baroque Stringed instrument
I must have one! I waited 2 years for my Suhr guitar so I guess I can wait another 2 for a Viper, for about the same price!
Let's make fractional sized versions so that kids get that freedom too. They should have an Acoustic-Electric version so you can jam in an unplugged Setting.
This instrument (7 Strings & Fretted version) is so much easier to learn on than a Standard Violin & Viola because 1) the 3 additional Bass Strings (C, F, & Bb) facilitate playing in every key, 2) the frets help find the notes, 3) the geared tuners facilitate tuning up & restringing (strings load into the tailpiece), & 4) you've got a Strap (like a Guitar). The Flying V shape also adds a bit of Rock n Roll to the mix.
That's my dream violin
Now Mark needs to license his Viper design to other violin makers to allow for a lower cost and more of these available since they are very scarce! Hardly any out there for sale!
I'm an electric guitarist. I don't think I'm interested in a Viper because what they offer the violinist I already have (a rock vibe, lower pitch, and freedom of movement; which some non-shoulder-rest techniques appear to mitigate). I get it, but I already got it. I'm at a different angle looking for a more "violin" vibe for my toolbox.
I wish they had an Acoustic-Electric Version.
Yes every band should have a violin and I need a viper in my life plus I am lucky that my teacher is not a traditionalist (as in violin music ) plus she is a back up violinist for The. Who
Do you sell the wireless shown in this video? I am trying to figure out exactly what equipment I am going to need in order to perform if I choose to purchase a viper. You have many beautiful options in your shop, I hope to call one of those viper violins my own one day.
Eleanor Jane - Matt uses his own Line 6 G50 wireless in this video. We don't stock that one but can order it. Similar and less expensive is the Line 6 G30, which is a belt pack that could attach as shown in the video. Also available is the Line 6 G10, a bug style transmitter that plugs directly into the output jack. We love the ease of use of the G10. You can check them out here: www.electricviolinshop.com/wireless.html
Thank you for this review Brother!
Hi Matt, could you shoot the review of wireless systems (best for using with Viper)? And which does Mark Wood use?
You know I've been wanting the same information as yourself
I have no idea what Mark uses, but I use a line6 G50. We just did a review of the new G10. It's a live video on our Facebook page.
The frets on a Viper Violin are actually the same idea as a Swedish Nyckelharpa which has keys to help with playing in tune
Is the support bar that sits underneath the violin able to lay down flat or be removed easily? I'd like the ability to have the violin strapped to my back for when I'm not playing, and pull it up front when I'm ready for it. But I'm unsure with that support post and not knowing if it can be made lay flat. (I know it is necessary for support when actually playing but wondering where it can go when strapped to my back).
This instrument is so much easier to play than a Standard Violin or Viola that beginners will benefit from the freedom via strap, extended range with up to 7 strings, frets, and machine heads if only they were available in fractional sizes.
awesome... now if only i wasn't an unemployed 14 year old
thunderbolt73 ah amen
lol
16 year old, but same :P
Same
I know the feeling too well :(
Why not a Zero Fret? That would be a good update.
Cool tool, the price is way higher than it's supposed to be.
Hi. It is Yukkie from Kyoto which is an ancient capital city of Japan.
Is it heavier than acoustic one or ligher than acoustic one?
Thank you.
Heavier. But you don't hold it. It holds you.
@@ElectricViolinShop The strap really works and beginners would benefit from using frets.
@@ElectricViolinShop Sadly they don't make any Acoustic-Electric Viper Violins & they should (along w/ Acoustic-Electric Cobra Cellos, and Acoustic-Electric Boa Basses) so that way your Rock Orchestral can do Acoustic versions of songs.
My idea was there to be an Acoustic version so that it can be played in an unplugged setting.
The Bridge on a Viper Violin is tilted which I'd imagine might make changing your bow angles simpler.
Does that mean you can actually sing while playing? That is bothing me the most with the violin/Viola.
Fam Ki yep! It helps me a ton.
@@PhoenixOfFireflies Now Violinists & Violists with 7 String Vipers (Cellists on 6 String Fretted King Cobra Cellos) can sing their hearts out while they play, & as a bonus their singing will really allow them to back up the Choir & the audience too. The Bassists will play on 6 String Upright Basses that are tuned in Fifths with pickups cause they're super easy to carry too.
Do you still tour? If so is there a list of locations you will be preforming at?
i wish to buy this violin where i can buy?
Estoy trabajando por mucho tiempo para comprarlo y tengo 14 años, cual es su valor en pesos mexicanos. Lo vi en un video de lindsey stirling
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hello, I'm interested in the Viper violin, how much does it cost? I live in Jakarta, Indonesia
www.electricviolinshop.com/violins/violins-by-brand/wood-violins/viper-violins.html
hi matt i need ur shop address so i can come there to buy viper and discuss u what i should buy i m a musician from india. now in toronto thanks
Hii! I’m wondering if Matt is still available to answer questions?? 🎻 June 2020
Matt is, as well as Chris, Susie, Duncan, Jamie or Shana. Hit us up at info@electricviolinshop.com and we'll be happy to answer any questions you have. :)
Electric Violin Shop Wow thanks for such a speedy response! I will email 😊 📧
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The 7 String Fretted Viper can even be tuned as a 7 String Guitar which I did that (but down a whole step) by using Viola D'amore Strings made by Thomastik (Super Flexible for a bright steel string sound) so I could emulate the Reed Organ. The other neat thing about a 7 String Fretted Viper is you can use it to play Choral works by alot of composers making it the "Choir" of Violins which is why I call it a "Choirlin" cause it has the same range as a Choir.
Might this violin model make it easier to learn violin if I know to play guitar/bass?
Darkwaven17 By default it is still tuned in 5ths rather than 4ths, so guitar/bass finger patterns don't apply. Also, bow technique is very nuanced and is as difficult to master as is the left hand. You can buy a combination of extended range strings that will allow you to tune a 6 string Viper like a guitar.
@@ElectricViolinShop They don't tell you what strings are recommended for using Guitar tuning (or 7 string guitar tuning if using a 7 string).
To make this work on an Acoustic Violin it would have to be a Cutaway version.
What's the difference between Regular and Phantom frets?
ruclips.net/video/x_nX5QR5Ays/видео.html
@@ElectricViolinShop Thanks! I've watched.
This instrument uses a Strap, which means no pain, no worries. Sadly they don't have any Fractional Sized verisons yet.
Those Geared pegs save the headstock from wearing out
Can you still do a traditional vibrato with these frets? Or do you need to bend the string like a guitar player?
You can do either or both. The Viper really allows complete flexibility in that area. I just do a regular vibrato. - Matt
Cool! Where we can try it out?
Unfortunately, only here in our shop - unless you find a friend who has one and will let you borrow it. We're in Durham, NC - only a few minutes from RDU airport, though. If you're considering buying a several thousand dollar instrument, a few hundred dollar plane ticket might not be so bad...
close to $1000 ticket from Houston.
If you remove the top3 strings of a 7 string violin is it a cello?
It'd be a cello but tuned down a whole step.
Question….so I play lefty but I don’t need the string changed over to play. Can I reverse the strap so it still clips in the front?
No. This violin isn't symmetrical. They can custom make a left handed version, but trying to play a right handed instrument left handed would be a disaster.
@@ElectricViolinShop ruclips.net/video/R5QucHstIHo/видео.html
I've seen an ad on the internet for this
What is that skeleton violin in the background?
That's a Stratton Skull. Fantastic instruments. You can find them on our website.
www.electricviolinshop.com/violins/violins-by-brand/skull.html
Can the colour of violin be changed by my wish??
You can place a custom order for any finish or color option you want with a 50% down payment. Custom orders may take up to 2 years to deliver at this time.
www.electricviolinshop.com/custom-viper-builder.html
I understand that it is an electric violin made to plug in, but is it possible to play it without plugging it into a speaker? (Is it possible to play it without the electronics?) Thank you! :)
ThoughtCube Cubing absolutely. That's how I usually practice. Just playing. No amp. No speaker.
@@MattBellViolinist Headphones might allow you to hear it.
Someday, I'll get one of those. Can't get anything in college.
We certainly understand that. But if you practice hard, you can land some playing gigs and then your violin playing can pay for your violin.
@@electricviolinshopaccount2045 This is why I'm adding the Sunburst 6 String fretted King Cobra Cello along with my yinfente.
Sounds fantastic can’t afford the price.
They really have to lower it.
Badass
I would have said that isnt the only reason there is a bowt, surely a lot of people find that having one makes shifting positions easier (for someone used to a normal violin)
I actually like NOT having a bout. The thumb stop is in the same place. And if you're bumping the heel of your hand on the bout for third position, that's actually not ideal. I do understand that it's a little like flying without a net, but you get used to it very quickly, especially if the instrument is fretted.
We had a customer special order a violin (not a Viper) with no bout and no thumb stop. Now THAT was a hard instrument to play.
@@electricviolinshopaccount2045 However getting used to the frets is rather easy cause then you can see where the notes are.
the traditional violin should also be made with that belt and chest stick.. :)
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Que precio tiene ese violin en dólares? Esta muy bueno
Depende en cual modelo desea. Puede ver en nuestro sitio de web - electricviolinshop.com
Electric Violin Shop el violín viper en que precio está?
Depende. Hay varios configuraciones. Empiezen a $2380 con 4 cuerdas y un TruTone pickup. El modelo mas popular es 5 cuerdas, frets, y Barbera pickup. Vale $3350.
Electric Violin Shop puede enviarme su número de whatsapp?
No lo usamos. Usamos correo electronico. info@electricviolinshop.com
price?
Price ranges widely, from around $2,500 to upwards of $5,000 depending on options. Options include 4 to 7 strings, pickup (we recommend the Barbera pickup option), exotic tops and finishes, and frets. You can see our current selection of Vipers as well as configure a custom Viper on our site here: www.electricviolinshop.com/viper-violins.html
What is the average price of a Viper?
It depends on number of strings, whether it has frets, which pickup it has... The most common configuration is a 5-string fretted with a Barbera pickup. Those prices, as of March 2023, start around $4200.
wow 👍👍👍👍
Como faço para comprar?
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donde compro ese violin
A nuestra tienda. Podemos ayudarle. Pero hay una cola. Cada uno es hecho de mano.
Alguém do Brasil?
Onde comprar ?
Aqui. Puede contactarnos. Hay una fila pero estan trabajando.
For that strap and support they charge you almost 2000 dollar more than other electric violins . It is not fair man . I need one because of my neck problem , but......
That's not exactly true. The Viper is a high end professional quality violin - in the same category as Jordan or Zeta. They're priced about the same as a Jordan or a Zeta. It's not just about the chest support.
finding nothing on ordering or pricing!
That's because there's a LOOOONG back order right now. If you want to order, you can email us at info@electricviolinshop.com
Importa pro Brasil?
Sim
@@ElectricViolinShop eu quero, por favor passa o contato.
+55 55 99947 1720 meu whatsapp
@@fabioweber3675 We don't have whatsapp, but we can communicate with you at info@electricviolinshop.com (email) or by facebook direct message on our Electric Violin Shop facebook page
What about the Viola
They do make a viola. Also, you could string up the 4-string version as a viola (A, D, G, C) and treat it like a 14" viola.
Poké Pi. Plus, I believe that the 7 string electric violin version could play violin, viola, cello, and even bass tones, because of its seven strings.
@@thoughtcubecubing166 They're super easy to carry & much easier to play on especially with frets, however for electric instruments the price has to be less than the acoustic instruments due to construction differences.
@@ElectricViolinShop The 7 String Viper Viola may be tuned the same way but it's bigger.
@@ElectricViolinShop Scale length of Viper Viola?
I play Guitar and Mandolin
It's way less delicate than a Standard Violin so beginners will enjoy it.
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How about a whammy bar you can run with your chin?
A whammy pedal might give you more freedom than that.
очень интересно а для чего лады мне удобнее без ладов вот моя репетиция может этл будет Вам интересно ruclips.net/video/mFXH-9gnCW4/видео.html
its basically a guitar
Unlike a guitar the curved bridge and neck allow for individual strings to be bowed for sustained melodic playing. The timbre of the strings and of bowed strings in general, as opposed to strummed or picked guitar strings, is quite different as well. That said, the fretted Viper does let a violinist do a lot of guitar sounds and techniques .
@@ElectricViolinShop Cool tool
You're supposed to be able to hold the violin with your chin, not your hand.
Mighty Thermite The Viper frees up both
@@ElectricViolinShop Yeah this is more contemporary.
@@ElectricViolinShop The viper violin is also way more beginner friendly cause it's easier to hold.
@@ElectricViolinShop They should have fractional sized versions someday.