Yamaha V5 SC18 Violin 1/8

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Yamaha V5 SC18 Violin 1/8

Yamaha

V5 SC18 Violin 1/8

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 172518
Brand: Yamaha
Model: V5 SC18 Violin 1/8
Price: $493.90

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The Yamaha V5 SC18 1/8 is a solid entry point for young violin students. The all-solid wood build provides a surprisingly rich tone for an instrument in this category, and the included accessories make it a complete package for beginners – it’s a great starting point for a dedicated student.

Product Description

  • Yamaha V5 SC18 Violin 1/8
  • 1/8 Violin
  • Built completely out of solid wood
  • Hand-carved spruce top
  • Maple back
  • Oil-based brush applied paint finish
  • Ebony fingerboard (Diospyros crassiflora)
  • Ebony pegs (Diospyros crassiflora)
  • Ebony chinrest (Diospyros crassiflora)
  • D'Addario Prelude strings
  • Wittner tailpiece with fine tuners
  • Incl. Case and bow
PROS
  • • Solid wood construction offers a surprisingly mature tonal response.
  • • Diospyros ebony fingerboard, pegs, and chinrest contribute to stability and feel.
  • • Wittner fine tuners simplify intonation for younger or less experienced players.
  • • Yamaha's reputation ensures consistent build quality and reliable performance.
CONS
  • • The included bow is serviceable, but a serious student will quickly want an upgrade.
  • • Oil finish, while attractive, may require more careful maintenance to prevent stickiness.
  • • 1/8 size is best suited for younger players; larger children may outgrow it quickly.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 1/8
Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides Maple
Bow Included Yes
Case Included Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a good quality spruce for this price point, likely Sitka Spruce, but not the highest grade available – it's balanced for playability over ultimate resonance.
Diospyros ebony is generally quite stable, but humidity control is still important; avoid extremes of temperature and dryness.
It's a functional bow, but lacks the responsiveness and balance of a better-quality bow – expect a noticeable improvement with an upgrade.

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