Sizing Guide
The right fit, every step of the way.
Five instruments, every size — from tiny first-timer to full concert scale. Tap a size to see the recommended age range and how to measure for it.
Strings · Violin
Violin size chart
Seven sizes, from tiny first-timer to full concert scale. Measure the player's arm, then tap the size that matches to see the full fit.
Your size
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You can swap sizes if you get it wrong and as your child grows — anytime and for free.
How to measure
Hold the player's left arm straight out — measure from the neck to the middle of the palm.
SizeSize
RecommendedAge
Arm lengthInches
Arm lengthCm
1/16
3–5
14"
35.6
1/10
4–5
15"
38
1/8
4–6
16.5"
42
1/4
5–7
18–18.5"
45.7–47
1/2
7–9
20"
50.8
3/4
9–12
21.5–22"
54.6–56
4/4
Full size
11 yrs to adult
23"larger hands
58larger hands
1/16
Age3–5
Arm length (in)14"
Arm length (cm)35.6
1/10
Age4–5
Arm length (in)15"
Arm length (cm)38
1/8
Age4–6
Arm length (in)16.5"
Arm length (cm)42
1/4
Age5–7
Arm length (in)18–18.5"
Arm length (cm)45.7–47
1/2
Age7–9
Arm length (in)20"
Arm length (cm)50.8
3/4
Age9–12
Arm length (in)21.5–22"
Arm length (cm)54.6–56
4/4Full size
Age11 yrs to adult
Arm length (in)23"larger hands
Arm length (cm)58larger hands
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