Stentor
United Kingdom, est. 1946 · 69 products across 1 categories
About 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.
- • Excellent value for the price point
- • Wide selection of fractional sizes
- • Durable construction for student use
- • Readily available globally
- • Good tonal projection for learning
- • 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
Stentor Products
Stentor SR1550 Conservatoire 1/4
1/4 Violins
Stentor SR1550 Conservatoire 1/2
1/2 Violins
Stentor SR1550 Conservatoire 3/4
3/4 and 7/8 Violins
Stentor SR1550 Conservatoire 4/4
Acoustic Violins
Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/16
1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins
Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/10
1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins
Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/8
1/8, 1/10, 1/16, 1/32 and 1/64 Violins
Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/4
1/4 Violins
Stentor SR1400 Violinset 1/2
1/2 Violins
Stentor SR1400 Violinset 3/4
3/4 and 7/8 Violins
Stentor SR1400 Violinset 4/4
Acoustic Violins
Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/2
Child/Youth Double Basses
Stentor SR1866 Messina Viola 15,5"
Acoustic Violas
Stentor SR1586 Cello Conservatoire 4/4
Acoustic Cellos
Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/4
Child/Youth Double Basses
Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 3/4
Solid Double Basses
Stentor SR1591 Cello Elysia 4/4
Acoustic Cellos
Stentor SR1590 Cello Messina 4/4
Acoustic Cellos
Stentor SR1866 Messina Viola 16"
Acoustic Violas
Stentor SR1586 Cello Conservatoire 3/4
3/4 Cellos
Stentor SR1950 Double Bass Stud.1/16
Child/Youth Double Basses
Frequently Asked Questions About Stentor
While Stentor designs and oversees production, instruments are primarily manufactured in China to maintain affordability, with quality control checks performed in the UK.
Generally, Stentor instruments are best suited for students and intermediate players; more experienced musicians often seek instruments with more refined tonal qualities and craftsmanship.
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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