Wolf Forte Secondo Violin Shoulder Rest
By Wolf
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Description
Universally popular violin shoulder rest. Curved shape, height adjustable on both sides from 0.5cm to 8cm. The first choice of many players for over 40 years. Wide variation in fit from flexible base plate, compound leg bolt for maximum height adjustment. Folding legs. Supplied with 2 x extension barrels for extra height and rubberised tip to the extension bar for added protection of your instrument.
1/2 & 1/4 Violin 'Standard' model : this cheaper option provides the same popular shoulder rest but without the adjustable, screw legs.
Specifications
- Curved shape
- Height adjustable on both sides from 0.5cm to 8cm.
- Custom fit possible due to the flexible aluminium backing plate.
- Available in 4/4-3/4 violin, 1/2-1/4 violin and viola.
- Made in Holland
Customer reviews:
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Professional
Excellent product for all
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Pros: I always buy this brand and I highly recommend it to all my pupils. It is adjustable on many different levels - height (it also has extension supports if you want it even higher), width, angle and shape. As it is metal, it can be bent to fit the shoulder if desired, and it is slightly flexible anyway so is always comfortable to use. The foam gives support but is soft enough to cushion all the edges. It is easy to adjust between each size. It suits all needs, is very durable, and gives the best amount of support and flexibility. Replacement parts are easily obtainable - not that you'll need them anytime soon.
Cons: The only slight disadvantage I can think of is that it can be a little bit high for someone with a very short neck, but I find this to be very rare.
Keen Amateur
An excellent product
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16
found the following review helpful
Pros: It's the only shoulder rest I've tried that gives me the angle I like for playing. There's considerable height possible on the right-hand arm of the rest. The rubber-covered claws grip the violin firmly as well.
Cons: The only slight drawback to the design is that the actual rest can swivel on the arms and there's no real way of tightening it so that the same angle is maintained constantly.
Teacher
A versatile shoulder rest
12
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14
found the following review helpful
Pros: Able to adjust width as well as height which you can't for the forte primo. Also able to bend it slightly to fit around the shoulder/collar bone.
Cons: The width arm can catch on the back of the violin and scratch it if you aren't careful. Occasionally the feet can slip, so double check you put it on properly.
Other: My daughter started off with a kun, but has now changed to the wolf now she is older.
Professional
Teacher
Wolf shoulder rest...the best you can buy!
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6
found the following review helpful
Pros: This is the best rest you can buy. They last 2 or 3 sizes of violin, have fully adjustable feet height and angle to your shoulder. Many other makes pupils have tried, don't adjust and fall apart. It's worth paying the price of these.
Cons: None
Other: I have been teaching for 25+ years and found these the best rest.
Beginner
Professional
Brilliant!
3
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3
found the following review helpful
Pros: These are brilliant, for every Violinist! Comfortable, & adjustable. I have one, & I recommend them to my students, of all levels, too. I always get them from String Zone. Price, Service, & Delivery are always excellent! Thanks!
Cons: None
Beginner
Professional
Good value and does what it sets out to do.
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2
found the following review helpful
Pros: Easy to use and simple to adjust. Many modern rests have integrated 'feet' which is good for most instruments but does not grip well enough for older instruments with a narrow lip. The Secondo with its chubby feet overcomes this and grips securely.
Cons: Not the most elegant. Otherwise, none
Keen Amateur
Very happy customer.
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found the following review helpful
Pros: Have used this type of rest for years and find them excellent.
Cons: None
Other: Decided I needed a new shoulder rest at short notice before going away and ordering replacement was very quick and easy.
