Yamaha YEV105 Pro NBR Electric Violin

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Yamaha YEV105 Pro NBR Electric Violin

Yamaha

YEV105 Pro NBR Electric Violin

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 597894
Brand: Yamaha
Model: YEV105 Pro NBR Electric Violin
Price: $2,013.00

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The YEV105 Pro NBR is a fantastic choice for serious students and gigging musicians wanting a lighter, more acoustic-leaning electric violin. The ARE treatment genuinely adds warmth, and the 5th string expands your harmonic possibilities—it’s surprisingly versatile for a relatively simple setup.

Product Description

  • Yamaha YEV105 Pro NBR Electric Violin
  • Electric 5-String Violin
  • Further development of the YEV 105 model with approx. 550 g less weight
  • Spruce top
  • 2-ply maple soundboard
  • Hollow body with side slots
  • Maple fingerboard
  • Maple neck
  • Walnut frame
  • Ebony chinrest
  • Wittner fine tuning pegs
  • Synthetic resin pegbox
  • Bridge made of "Acoustic Resonance Enhancement" (ARE) treated maple with built-in piezo ceramic pickup and metal cover on one side
  • Tailpiece with fine tuners
  • Volume control
  • Selector switch for activating the volume control
  • 3.6 mm mono jack output
  • D'Addario Zyex strings with D'Addario Helicore C-string
  • Colour: Natural and Brown
PROS
  • • Lightweight design (approx. 550g lighter) enhances playability significantly.
  • • ARE-treated maple bridge delivers a surprisingly warm, resonant acoustic tone.
  • • Walnut frame provides excellent rigidity and contributes to a balanced feel.
  • • D'Addario Zyex strings offer a bright, focused sound with good projection.
CONS
  • • Limited tonal shaping options compared to more complex electric violins.
  • • The synthetic resin pegbox, while durable, lacks the traditional feel of ebony.
  • • Natural/Brown finish might not appeal to players seeking a darker aesthetic.

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Key Features

Type Electric 5-String Violin
Strings D'Addario Zyex (G, D, A) & Helicore (C)
Pickups Built-in piezo ceramic with metal cover
Connections 3.6 mm mono jack output
Body Material Spruce top, 2-ply maple soundboard, Maple neck & fingerboard, Walnut frame
Weight Approx. 650g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s closer than most electric violins, thanks to the ARE treatment, but still lacks the full resonance of a purely acoustic instrument—it's a balanced compromise.
While it expands harmonic options, the Helicore C string's tonal character can be less versatile than the other strings, best suited for orchestral or folk-inspired sounds.
It’s exceptionally durable and resistant to humidity changes, though some players may miss the traditional feel and responsiveness of ebony pegboxes.

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