Karl Höfner Allegro 1/2 Violin Outfit
Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy
Karl Höfner
Allegro 1/2 Violin Outfit
Product Info
Article Number:
357577
Brand:
Karl Höfner
Model:
Allegro 1/2 Violin Outfit
Category:
1/2 Violins
Price:
$987.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Höfner Allegro is a solid choice for young or beginner violinists who want a fully solid wood instrument. It offers a surprisingly good sound for its class, and the included case and bow get you started right away. It's a great way to introduce a student to the joys of playing without a premium-priced investment.
Product Description
- Karl Höfner Allegro 1/2 Violin Outfit
- Violin Set
- Size: 1/2
- Karl Höfner H9-V violin
- Made completely of solid wood
- Superior flamed maple
- Selected spruce top
- Antique hand lacquer finish made from natural resins
- Tailpiece with fine tuners
- Includes AS-90/560-V case and AS-34 bow
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly resonant and clear tone.
- • Flamed maple back and sides add visual appeal and contribute to warmth.
- • Antique hand lacquer finish enhances the wood's natural beauty and protects it.
- • Includes a decent bow and case, making it a complete, ready-to-play outfit.
CONS
- • The included bow is functional but lacks the responsiveness of a higher-end model.
- • The antique lacquer finish can be a bit thick, slightly dampening higher frequencies.
- • While solid wood, the wood grades are entry-level, impacting long-term tonal development.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
1/2
Top Wood
Selected Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Flamed Maple
Bow Included
Yes, AS-34 bow
Case Included
Yes, AS-90/560-V case
Similar Products
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
$1,099
Classical Guitar, Special model for the anniversary of Guitarras...
NGL Percussion Woodblock Ash 18cm
Misc. Percussion
$131
Woodblock, Length: 18 cm, Material: Native ash wood, Bright, clear sound with lots...
Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT
ST Style Guitars
$439
Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Basswood with Art Grain in flamed maple look, Bolt-on neck:...
Alpengold Krainer 5M Cassotto
Piano Accordions
$14,134
Piano Accordion, 120 basses, 38 treble keys, Five reed ranks on the treble side (with...
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the description and Höfner's construction indicate it's entirely solid wood – spruce top and flamed maple back and sides, though the wood grades are not premium.
The antique lacquer provides a slightly warmer, mellower tone compared to a gloss finish, which can sometimes sound brighter and more projecting.
While capable, a more experienced student might quickly outgrow its tonal limitations and benefit from a higher-quality instrument with better wood.
