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Brand profile · United Kingdom, est. 1946

Stentor

Stentor is a British instrument manufacturer renowned for producing high-quality, student-focused stringed instruments. Established to provide accessible and reliable instruments for music education programs, Stentor has cultivated a reputation for consistent craftsmanship and value, particularly in the beginner and intermediate markets. Their instruments are a staple in school orchestras and music lessons worldwide.

Student violin and cello outfitsElysia cello seriesBroad range of fractional sizesReliable construction for beginnersConsistent quality across product lines
1946founded
United Kingdomcountry
67products in stock
$156–$3,239price range

Stentor in the charts

Every chart where Stentor has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.

Best Stentor acoustic violas
16 models$481 – $985Best Stentor acoustic violins
15 models$167 – $782Best Stentor 1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 violins
9 models$156 – $290

All 67 Stentor products

Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 1 of 2.

Stentor SR1401 Harlequin Violin 4/4 AB

Acoustic Violins

$189€169Check ↗

Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/2

Child / Youth Double Basses

$2,789€2,489Check ↗

Stentor SR1401 Harlequin 4/4 WH

Acoustic Violins

$212€189Check ↗

Stentor SR1401 Harlequin Violin 4/4 DP

Acoustic Violins

$212€189Check ↗

Stentor SR1401 Harlequin 4/4 LB

Acoustic Violins

$207€185Check ↗

Stentor SR1401 Harlequin Violin 4/4 RP

Acoustic Violins

$212€189Check ↗

Stentor SR1401 Harlequin Violin 4/4 BK

Acoustic Violins

$201€179Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/16

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$178€159Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/10

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$178€159Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/8

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$178€159Check ↗

Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/4

Child / Youth Double Basses

$3,239€2,890Check ↗

Stentor SR1018 Violinset 1/8

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$156€139Check ↗

Stentor SR1018 Violinset 1/10

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$167€149Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/64

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$167€149Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/32

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$167€149Check ↗

Stentor SR1018 Violinset 1/16

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$167€149Check ↗

Stentor SR1542 Violin Graduate 1/8

1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins

$290€259Check ↗

Stentor SR1884 Violin Arcadia Antik

Acoustic Violins

$782€698Check ↗

Stentor SR1884 Violin Arcadia Antik

Acoustic Violins

$782€698Check ↗

Stentor SR1586 Cello Conservatoire 1/2

1/2 Cellos

$1,558€1,390Check ↗

Stentor SR1865 Violin Messina 4/4

Acoustic Violins

$638€569Check ↗

Stentor SR1542 Violin Graduate 1/4

1/4 Violins

$290€259Check ↗

Stentor SR1542 Violin Graduate 1/2

1/2 Violins

$290€259Check ↗

Stentor SR1875 Violin Elysia 4/4

Acoustic Violins

$761€679Check ↗

Stentor SR1866 Messina Viola 16,5"

Acoustic Violas

$775€692Check ↗

Stentor SR1866 Messina Viola 15"

Acoustic Violas

$774€691Check ↗

Stentor SR1018 Violinset 1/4

1/4 Violins

$156€139Check ↗

Stentor SR1542 Violin Graduate 4/4

Acoustic Violins

$301€269Check ↗

Stentor SR1880 Violin Arcadia 4/4

Acoustic Violins

$772€689Check ↗

Stentor SR1550 Conservatoire 3/4

3/4 and 7/8 Violins

$414€369Check ↗

Stentor SR1018 Violinset 4/4

Acoustic Violins

$167€149Check ↗

Stentor SR1550 Conservatoire 1/4

1/4 Violins

$385€344Check ↗

Stentor SR1550 Conservatoire 4/4

Acoustic Violins

$446€398Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/4

1/4 Violins

$185€165Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 3/4

3/4 and 7/8 Violins

$189€169Check ↗

Stentor SR1018 Violinset 3/4

3/4 and 7/8 Violins

$167€149Check ↗

Stentor SR1542 Violin Graduate 3/4

3/4 and 7/8 Violins

$313€279Check ↗

Stentor SR1550 Conservatoire 1/2

1/2 Violins

$402€359Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/2

1/2 Violins

$189€169Check ↗

Stentor SR1866 Messina Viola 15,5"

Acoustic Violas

$806€719Check ↗

Stentor SR1551 Viola Conservatoire 16"

Acoustic Violas

$481€429Check ↗

Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 4/4

Solid Double Basses

$3,239€2,890Check ↗

Stentor SR1864 Verona Violin 4/4

Acoustic Violins

$670€598Check ↗

Stentor SR1018 Violinset 1/2

1/2 Violins

$167€149Check ↗

Stentor SR1400 Violinset 4/4

Acoustic Violins

$201€179Check ↗

Stentor SR1591 Cello Elysia 3/4

3/4 Cellos

$3,014€2,690Check ↗

Stentor SR1590 Cello Messina 3/4

3/4 Cellos

$2,790€2,490Check ↗

Stentor SR1876 Elysia Viola 16,5"

Acoustic Violas

$884€789Check ↗

Stentor, honestly

What Stentor does well
  • Excellent value for the price point
  • Wide selection of fractional sizes
  • Durable construction for student use
  • Readily available globally
  • Good tonal projection for learning
What to watch for
  • May lack the nuanced tone of premium instruments
  • Finish can be basic, not highly figured
  • Hardware sometimes feels less refined
  • Not typically favored by advanced players
  • Limited innovation in design

Questions about Stentor

Where are Stentor instruments made?

While Stentor designs and oversees production, instruments are primarily manufactured in China to maintain affordability, with quality control checks performed in the UK.

Are Stentor instruments suitable for advanced players?

Generally, Stentor instruments are best suited for students and intermediate players; more experienced musicians often seek instruments with more refined tonal qualities and craftsmanship.

What is the difference between the Elysia and Arcadia cello lines?

The Elysia series represents a step up from the Arcadia, typically featuring slightly improved tonewoods and a more refined finish, offering a richer and more resonant sound.

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