Can guitar amp be used for violin?

Why? Electric guitars use magnetic pickups, which have a different impedance than the piezo pickups used on violins, so plugging a violin into an electric-guitar amp will make the violin sound hollow and shrill.

Can you use a bass amp for violin?

If you want to play without effects, we recommend that you choose a guitar amp (preferably acoustic) or a bass amp, or, if you have the budget, you can choose from one of the few amplifiers that have been specially designed for bowed string instruments.

What kind of amp does an electric violin use?

We recommend the AER Alpha 40 and Compact 60 as professional level amplifiers ideal for the violin, and the Fishman Loudbox as a good alternative on a tighter budget. Alternatively you might consider an electric guitar amp.

Why are electric violins so expensive?

Electric violins are not made as a unique piece by a luthier: they are generally made in factories. In that regard, the sound and its uniqueness are not due only to rare woods and varnishes: electronics play a great part in the tone of an electric violin.

Can you plug in a violin?

While some violins are designed to be electric, including a circular, port-style “plugin” connecting the instrument to the amp/soundboard, most violinists straddling the acoustic classical and orchestral worlds, as well as the electric band world, opt to use the same acoustic violin for both playing styles.

What equipment do you need to play electric violin?

The simple connection: the amp It is the essential equipment to whoever is venturing into electrics. The connection is quite simple as it only requires a jack cable to connect the electric violin to the amp.

Is electric violin good for beginner?

Most electric violins will be quieter than a muted acoustic during silent practice and some will even produce no sound at all. Cons Most musicians will not recommend electric violins as a beginner instrument and most teachers would rather teach you on an acoustic.

How much is a good electric violin?

Electric violins range from around $100 for the cheapest models to about $5,000 at the top end. Tip: When shopping for your first electric violin, don’t forget to leave space in your budget for a good quality amplifier and maybe even a multi-effects processor!