Best Electric Violins and Violas 2026
Top-rated electric violins and violas 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level
Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026
GENRES & STYLES:
For Contemporary
For Rock
For Pop
For Jazz Fusion
For Recording Studio
For Live Performance
#1
⭐
4.6/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Bodo Vosshenrich Electrola Ergo E-Viola 16"
Recording Studio
Rock
Jazz Fusion
Key Feature:
• Modern genre versatility
✓ PROS
- • Effects processing capabilities
- • Consistent electronic output
✗ CONS
- • Lacks acoustic resonance
- • Electronic dependency
Bodo Vosshenrich Electrola Ergo E-Viola 16"Electric ViolaScale: 16"Electric viola with vibrating body and...
⭐
4.6/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 563764
$3,069
#2
⭐
4.4/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
NS Design NXT5a-VN-SB-F Fretted Violin
by
NS Design
Rock
Recording Studio
Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Silent practice with headphones
✓ PROS
- • Consistent electronic output
- • Effects processing capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Requires amplification system
- • Not suitable for classical orchestra
NS Design NXT5a-VN-SB-F Fretted ViolinFretted violin5-String modelFretted ebony fingerboard (Diospyros melanoxylon)Dual...
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4.4/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 404640
$2,849
#3
⭐
4.8/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
NS Design WAV4 Violin Black Gloss
by
NS Design
Jazz Fusion
Rock
Contemporary
Key Feature:
• Silent practice with headphones
✓ PROS
- • Silent practice with headphones
- • No feedback when amplified
✗ CONS
- • Electronic dependency
- • Requires amplification system
NS Design WAV4 Violin Black Gloss4-String Electric ViolinSolid-body constructionFingerboard: Ebony (Diospyros...
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4.8/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 115668
$1,154
#4
⭐
4.5/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
NS Design CR4-VN-PB Electric Violin
by
NS Design
Live Performance
Recording Studio
Pop
Key Feature:
• Consistent electronic output
✓ PROS
- • Consistent electronic output
- • Effects processing capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Not suitable for classical orchestra
- • Electronic dependency
NS Design CR4-VN-PB Electric ViolinElectric ViolinElectric 4-String ViolinWith active pickup system and headphone...
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4.5/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 407896
$4,378
#5
⭐
4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Stentor SR1515DPA Electric Violin Set
by
Stentor
Live Performance
Recording Studio
Pop
Key Feature:
• Effects processing capabilities
✓ PROS
- • No feedback when amplified
- • Effects processing capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Different bowing response
- • Requires amplification system
Stentor SR1515DPA Electric Violin SetElectric Violin 4/4 SetArtec piezo pickup with tone and volume...
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4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 479824
$428
#6
⭐
4.9/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Yamaha YEV104 Pro NBL Electric Violin
by
Yamaha
Pop
Recording Studio
Contemporary
Key Feature:
• Effects processing capabilities
✓ PROS
- • No feedback when amplified
- • Modern genre versatility
✗ CONS
- • Different bowing response
- • Requires amplification system
Yamaha YEV104 Pro NBL Electric ViolinElectric ViolinFurther development of the YEV 104 model with approx. 510 g less...
⭐
4.9/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 597883
$1,814
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
NS Design WAV5 Violin Amberburst Gloss
by
NS Design
Rock
Jazz Fusion
Contemporary
Key Feature:
• No feedback when amplified
✓ PROS
- • No feedback when amplified
- • Silent practice with headphones
✗ CONS
- • Different bowing response
- • Not suitable for classical orchestra
NS Design WAV5 Violin Amberburst Gloss5-String Electric ViolinSolid-body constructionPassive polar piezo pickup...
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4.6/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 257381
$1,309
#8
⭐
4.8/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Novita 3.0 UA Elec. Violin BK
by
Gewa
Contemporary
Rock
Jazz Fusion
Key Feature:
• Silent practice with headphones
✓ PROS
- • No feedback when amplified
- • Silent practice with headphones
✗ CONS
- • Electronic dependency
- • Different bowing response
Gewa Novita 3.0 UA Electric Violin BKElectric ViolinFunctional designThe basic dimensions of the classical violin are...
⭐
4.8/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 488728
$897
#9
⭐
4.5/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
NS Design CR5-VN-PB Electric Violin
by
NS Design
Rock
Jazz Fusion
Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Effects processing capabilities
✓ PROS
- • Silent practice with headphones
- • No feedback when amplified
✗ CONS
- • Not suitable for classical orchestra
- • Different bowing response
NS Design CR5-VN-PB Electric ViolinElectric 5-String ViolinWith active pickup system and headphone outputIntegrated...
⭐
4.5/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 407904
$4,609
#10
⭐
4.8/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
NS Design NXT5a-VN-BK Violin
by
NS Design
Recording Studio
Jazz Fusion
Pop
Key Feature:
• Modern genre versatility
✓ PROS
- • Silent practice with headphones
- • Modern genre versatility
✗ CONS
- • Electronic dependency
- • Not suitable for classical orchestra
NS Design NXT5a-VN-BK Violin5-String Electric ViolinPolar pickup systemPizzicato/Arco switchEbony fingerboard...
⭐
4.8/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 404645
$2,519
#11
⭐
4.4/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Yamaha YEV104 Pro DR Electric Violin
by
Yamaha
Pop
Jazz Fusion
Contemporary
Key Feature:
• Effects processing capabilities
✓ PROS
- • Modern genre versatility
- • No feedback when amplified
✗ CONS
- • Different bowing response
- • Electronic dependency
Yamaha YEV104 Pro DR Electric ViolinElectric ViolinFurther development of the YEV 104 model with approx. 510 g less...
⭐
4.4/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 597884
$1,892
#12
⭐
4.9/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Fidelius F-Trad-6 Electric Violin 6-str
by
Fidelius
Recording Studio
Pop
Rock
Key Feature:
• Consistent electronic output
✓ PROS
- • Silent practice with headphones
- • Consistent electronic output
✗ CONS
- • Not suitable for classical orchestra
- • Different bowing response
Fidelius F-Trad-6 Electric Violin 6-String6-String Electric ViolinWith traditional body shapeWittner fine tuning...
⭐
4.9/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 454102
$2,827
#13
⭐
4.7/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Bodo Vosshenrich Electrola Standard E-Viola 16"
Rock
Contemporary
Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Effects processing capabilities
✓ PROS
- • Silent practice with headphones
- • Consistent electronic output
✗ CONS
- • Electronic dependency
- • Lacks acoustic resonance
Bodo Vosshenrich Electrola Standard E-Viola 16"Electric ViolaWith 16" scaleElectric viola with vibrating body...
⭐
4.7/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 563727
$2,739
#14
⭐
4.7/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Fidelius F-Trad-4 Electric Violin 4-str
by
Fidelius
Pop
Live Performance
Rock
Key Feature:
• No feedback when amplified
✓ PROS
- • Silent practice with headphones
- • Modern genre versatility
✗ CONS
- • Lacks acoustic resonance
- • Not suitable for classical orchestra
Fidelius F-Trad-4 Electric Violin 4-strElectric ViolinWith traditional body shapeWittner fine-tuning pegsLight metal...
⭐
4.7/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 454098
$2,167
#15
⭐
4.9/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Gewa Novita 3.0 El. Violin BK/HG
by
Gewa
Contemporary
Recording Studio
Rock
Key Feature:
• Silent practice with headphones
✓ PROS
- • No feedback when amplified
- • Consistent electronic output
✗ CONS
- • Lacks acoustic resonance
- • Different bowing response
Gewa Novita 3.0 El. Violin BK/HGElectric ViolinFunctional designThe basic dimensions of the classical violin are the...
⭐
4.9/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 518556
$1,144
How to Choose the Best Electric Violins and Violas
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced electric violins and violas typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
