Ralph Rabins Violins
Fine String Instruments
High-quality string instruments, individually evaluated and set up for optimal acoustic performance. For students, advancing players, and professionals who refuse to compromise.
“Every instrument that leaves our hands has been played, evaluated, and adjusted — not simply unboxed and shipped.”
Ralph Rabin and Carol Willett bring decades of expertise to each setup, addressing tone, playability, and structural integrity before an instrument ever reaches its player.
“Our inventory is not a catalog. It is a curated selection of string instruments that have met our exacting standards, then been optimized for acoustic performance.”
Whether you are purchasing your first student violin or upgrading to a professional-level instrument, you’ll receive the same quality of professional attention.
This commitment to craft is the difference between an instrument that works and one that plays.
Ralph Rabin & Carol Willett
Our Instruments
A carefully curated selection of string instruments across all levels, each one performance-ready before it reaches your hands.
Violin
Fractional and full-size violins are evaluated for tone and playability, each set up with appropriate strings, properly fitted bridge, and adjusted sound post.
Viola
Violas are selected and refined for responsive tone and comfortable playability, properly scaled for the individual player's needs.
Cello
Cellos are individually set up for projection and ease of play, sized and adjusted to suit each player's technique and development level.
Bows
Our pernambuco and epe bow selection spans student through professional and are chosen for balance and tonal response.
Why Ralph Rabin Violins
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Individually Evaluated Instruments
Each instrument is personally assessed for tone and playability, and adjusted accordingly.
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Expert Setup, Every Time
A properly set-up instrument plays, sounds, and develops better players. Our setups include bridge fitting, sound post positioning, string adjustment, and overall vitality.
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Accessible to All Players
From beginning students to seasoned professionals, we take pride in matching the correct instrument to the player. Quality setup should not be a luxury.
Let's find the right instrument for you.
We welcome inquiries from players of all levels, educators, and parents. Tell us about the player and what you're looking for — we'll point you toward the right instrument.