Everest Standard Violin Shoulder Rest

Pros: I purchased this shoulder rest based on the other reviews (particularly the review that stated it was good for those with narrow shoulders). It certainly does the job and I would recommend the Everest shoulder rest to others. The adjustable height function is also helpful.

Cons: None.

Pros: Very comfortable and remains stuck to the violin

Cons: None

Pros: Excellent fit and good value.

Cons: Nothing. It was perfect for my daughter's violin.

Other: Excellent service from the String Zone. Ordering was easy and it arrived quickly.

Pros: Inexpensive; not too heavy; good shape/support (but see cons); adequate height range.

Cons: I can't understand the claim for durability for this shoulder rest as it's worn out like no other I've used (namely Kun and Wolfe). Apparently it has a two and a half year guarantee, but this showed compromising signs of wear under two years of use. The foam padding's adhesive depleted and, most significantly, the screws wore away their plastic holes. So the legs become wobbly and you have to adjust your height lower to gain that stability back. Also, I wore out all the holes by alternating them to maximise the longevity. This was the most problematic aspect of wear as it compromises support. Perhaps I got a dud, and this isn't a criticism of The String Zone as they're a great shop, but this is my experience and it's the only one of these I've used. I will order another though because, three years later, it is finally unusable and thankfully it isn't expensive and it is good while it lasts.

Pros: Easy to fit and comfortable

Cons: Nothing