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Viola Shoulder Rests — Buy at SoundsGood
Shoulder rests for viola — from budget to ultra-premium. KUN, Wolf, Everest, Pirastro KorfkerRest, Viva La Musica, Mach One, Bonmusica, Wittner, Pedi, Resonans. Comfort, stability, proper posture. All sizes 15"–17" From ~$10. Come try at our showroom!
KUN, Wolf, Everest
VLM, Mach One, Pirastro
VLM, Mach One, Pirastro
Viola
All sizes 15"–17"
All sizes 15"–17"
Free shipping
Over ₴4,000
Over ₴4,000
Instalments
PrivatBank / monobank
PrivatBank / monobank
🎻 Why a Shoulder Rest
📐 Comfort!
Without = viola presses on collarbone. With = even weight distribution. Less tension in neck, shoulder, back. Essential for most players!
📐 Stability
Shoulder rest = instrument doesn't slide. Left hand = free for vibrato and shifts. Without = often clamp neck → tension → pain.
📐 Very personal!
Most individual accessory! Depends on: neck length, shoulder width, body type. What suits one ≠ suits another. Best = come to shop and try several!
🌟 Premium
📐 Pirastro KorfkerRest ⭐⭐
ULTRA-PREMIUM! By René Korfker (Netherlands). Model 2 = maple, flexible, ultralight. Luna = composite, 32 grams! Foldable. ~$80–150. Minimal impact on sound. Used by soloists worldwide.
📐 KUN Bravo ⭐ (Canada)
Premium wooden KUN! Flamed maple. Collapsible. ~$80–120. Classic KUN + warmth of wood. Gold hardware = luxury!
📐 KUN Seven ⭐ (Canada)
Revolutionary! Maximum customization: everything adjusts! ~$90–130. For perfect fit to your anatomy.
📐 Viva La Musica Diamond ⭐ (Italy)
Wooden, flamed maple! 360° rotating and folding legs. ~$50–80. Reduces length by 50mm when folded. Gold or Silver hardware. Beautiful!
📐 Mach One ⭐ (Canada)
Lightweight maple! Hand-carved. ~$40–70. Lighter = less impact on sound. Some say tone improves with wood.
🎵 Standard
📐 KUN Original / Collapsible ⭐⭐
WORLD STANDARD #1! Canada. KUN = invented the rigid rest with feet. Original = classic. Collapsible = folds. ~$25–35. 80% of players started with KUN. All sizes. Reliable, proven for decades.
📐 Wolf Forte Secondo ⭐ (Germany)
For tall necks! Adjusts up to 7.5cm height! Aluminum frame = can BEND and TWIST to your anatomy. ~$35–55. Secondo = contoured (most prefer). Primo = straight. Wolf = when KUN isn't enough.
📐 Bonmusica ⭐ (Turkey)
MAXIMUM customization! Flexible metal = bend to any shoulder shape. "Hook" wraps around shoulder. ~$30–50. Holds instrument "for you" = less effort. Popular with orchestral players.
📐 Wittner (Germany)
Plastic, reliable. ~$15–25. Simple, convenient. Good KUN alternative.
📐 Pedi Elegante (Korea)
Carbon fiber + titanium = ultralight! ~$40–60. For minimum weight.
📚 Budget & Student
📐 Everest ⭐⭐ (USA)
BEST BUDGET! Ergonomic. Thick soft cushion. Adjustable legs. Collapsible. ~$10–20. No screws to lose. Sturdy. Student recommendation #1. Better than KUN at this price!
📐 KUN Collapsible (budget)
Budget KUN models. ~$20–30. Plastic. For children and students.
📐 Resonans
Classic, simple. ~$10–15. No height adjustment. Minimalist.
📐 Foam pads
AcoustaGrip, Magic Pad, Poly-Pad. ~$5–15. Foam/gel attached to back. For those who dislike "feet." Minimal sound impact.
🪵 Wood vs Plastic
📐 Wood
KUN Bravo, VLM Diamond, Mach One, KorfkerRest. Maple (like the viola!). Pros: beautiful, less sound impact, lighter. Cons: more expensive, potentially fragile.
📐 Plastic/Metal
KUN Original, Everest, Wolf, Bonmusica, Wittner. Pros: cheaper, sturdier, more adjustment. Cons: may slightly affect sound. For 90% of situations = difference is minimal!
📊 Comparison
| Shoulder Rest | Country | Material | Feature | For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everest ⭐⭐ | 🇺🇸 USA | Plastic | Thick cushion, sturdy | Student #1! | ~$15 |
| KUN Original ⭐⭐ | 🇨🇦 Canada | Plastic | Classic standard | World standard | ~$30 |
| Wittner | 🇩🇪 Germany | Plastic | Reliable, simple | KUN alternative | ~$20 |
| Wolf Secondo ⭐ | 🇩🇪 Germany | Aluminum | Up to 7.5cm! Bendable! | Tall neck | ~$45 |
| Bonmusica ⭐ | 🇹🇷 Turkey | Metal | Wraps shoulder! | Max customization | ~$40 |
| Mach One ⭐ | 🇨🇦 Canada | Maple! | Light, hand-carved | Tone + lightness | ~$55 |
| VLM Diamond ⭐ | 🇮🇹 Italy | Maple! | 360° legs, foldable | Premium wood | ~$65 |
| KUN Bravo ⭐ | 🇨🇦 Canada | Maple! | KUN + wood + Gold | Premium KUN | ~$100 |
| Pedi Elegante | 🇰🇷 Korea | Carbon+titanium! | Ultralight | Min. weight | ~$50 |
| KorfkerRest ⭐⭐ | 🇳🇱🇩🇪 | Maple/composite | 32g! Flexible! | Ultra-premium | ~$120 |
🎯 How to Choose
🎵 Beginner / student
Everest (~$15 ⭐⭐) = recommendation #1! Or KUN Collapsible (~$25). For children = Everest or foam pad.
🎵 Standard
KUN Original/Collapsible (~$30 ⭐⭐). Proven by millions. Ideal for 80% of players.
🎵 Tall neck
Wolf Forte Secondo (~$45 ⭐). Up to 7.5cm! Bendable. Or Bonmusica (~$40) = wraps shoulder.
🎵 Wood / tone
VLM Diamond (~$65 ⭐) or Mach One (~$55 ⭐). Maple = less sound impact. KUN Bravo (~$100) = premium.
🎵 Ultra-premium
Pirastro KorfkerRest (~$120 ⭐⭐). Or KUN Seven (~$110). For soloists and perfectionists.
💰 Budget
Foam ~$5–10. Everest ~$15. KUN ~$30. Wolf ~$45. VLM ~$65. KorfkerRest ~$120.
❓ FAQ
Do I need one?
For most = YES! Comfort, stability, posture. Some play without, but it's the exception.
Which is best?
Very personal! KUN = standard. Everest = budget. Wolf = tall neck. VLM/Mach One = wood. KorfkerRest = ultra. Come try them!
Wood or plastic?
Wood = beautiful, lighter, less sound impact. Plastic = cheaper, sturdier. For 90% = minimal difference.
Wolf or KUN?
KUN = for most. Wolf = tall neck (up to 7.5cm!) or those who want to bend the frame.
How much?
$10–150. Everest ~$15. KUN ~$30. Wolf ~$45. VLM ~$65. KorfkerRest ~$120.
🏆 Why SoundsGood
15+ brands!
KUN, Wolf, VLM, Pirastro...
Try before you buy!
Showroom = try them
Free shipping
Over ₴4,000
Instalments
PrivatBank and monobank
Expert Advice
We match to your anatomy
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