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Violin Tailpieces — Wittner, GEWA, Hill
A violin tailpiece is an essential component that holds the strings and affects instrument resonance. The SoundsGood catalog features tailpieces for all violin sizes: from 1/16 for the youngest students to full-size 4/4. Composite Wittner Ultra with built-in fine tuners, classic ebony Hill-style, and budget plastic options available.
All Sizes — from 1/16 to 4/4
Top Brands — Wittner, GEWA, Teller
Fine Tuners — 0, 1, or 4
Free Shipping — orders over ₴4,000
🎻 Types of Violin Tailpieces
Violin tailpieces differ by material, fine tuner configuration, and design.
🏆 Wittner Ultra (Composite)
The most popular choice for students and orchestral players.
- Material: high-tech composite
- Weight: ~20g (with 4 fine tuners)
- Options: with 4 fine tuners, without
- Advantages: lightweight, convenient, affordable
🎶 Hill-style (Ebony)
Classic English design for quality instruments.
- Material: ebony, boxwood
- Feature: white decorative fret
- Options: no fine tuners, with 1
- Best for: professionals, connoisseurs
🎹 French-style
French design with characteristic shape.
- Material: ebony, rosewood
- Feature: more rounded shape
- Options: without fine tuners
- Best for: baroque instruments
💫 Carbon Fiber
Modern ultra-lightweight tailpieces.
- Material: carbon fiber
- Weight: lightest on the market
- Advantages: maximum resonance
- Best for: modern performers
📏 Violin Tailpiece Sizes
Tailpiece size must match your violin size!
| Violin Size | Tailpiece Length | Child's Age | Model Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/4 (full) | 108-112mm | 12+ years, adults | All models |
| 3/4 | ~103mm | 9-12 years | Most models |
| 1/2 | ~95mm | 6-9 years | Main models |
| 1/4 | ~85mm | 4-6 years | Wittner, basic |
| 1/8 | ~78mm | 3-4 years | Limited selection |
| 1/16 | ~70mm | under 3 years | Basic plastic |
💡 After-length: The optimal distance from bridge to tailpiece for a 4/4 violin is approximately 55mm (1/6 of the playing string length). This affects instrument resonance.
🌳 Materials
Tailpiece material affects weight, sound, and violin aesthetics.
| Material | Weight (4/4) | Sound | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic | ~8g | Neutral | ₴ |
| Wittner Composite | ~10g (no), ~20g (w/4) | Open, resonant | ₴₴ |
| Ebony | ~10-12g | Classic, balanced | ₴₴-₴₴₴ |
| Boxwood | ~8-10g | Lighter, more overtones | ₴₴ |
| Rosewood | ~10g | Warmer timbre | ₴₴ |
| Carbon Fiber | ~6-8g | Bright, projecting | ₴₴ |
| Pernambuco | ~10g | Best resonance | ₴₴₴₴ |
Weight's Effect on Sound
Tailpiece weight directly affects violin resonance:
- Lighter tailpiece → more resonance, brighter sound
- Heavier tailpiece → less resonance, possible overtone dampening
💡 Weight Comparison: Wittner Ultra with 4 fine tuners weighs ~20g. An ebony tailpiece (~10g) + 4 add-on metal fine tuners (~22g) = ~32g. That 12g difference significantly affects sound!
🔧 Fine Tuners
Fine tuners allow precise pitch adjustments without turning the pegs.
Configuration Options
| Configuration | Best For | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| No fine tuners | Professionals | Lightest, best resonance | Requires good pegs |
| 1 fine tuner (E) | Advanced, professionals | Balance of weight & convenience | Other strings via pegs |
| 4 fine tuners | Beginners, students | Easy tuning | More weight (if add-on) |
Built-in vs Add-on
Built-in (Wittner Ultra)
- Weight: ~20g (entire tailpiece with 4)
- Advantages: light, integrated
- Best for: students, orchestral players
Add-on Metal
- Weight: ~5.5g each (22g for 4)
- Disadvantages: heavy, shortens after-length
- Recommendation: avoid 4 add-on tuners!
🏆 Violin Tailpiece Brands
🇩🇪 Wittner (Germany)
Market leader in composite tailpieces.
- Ultra: with 4 fine tuners
- Ultra-Classic: without fine tuners
- Multi System: adjustable after-length
- Sizes: 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8
🇩🇪 GEWA / Teller (Germany)
Wide range of wooden tailpieces.
- Pure: ebony, boxwood, rosewood
- Hill-style: classic English design
- French-style: for baroque instruments
- Quality: hand-finished
🇬🇧 Hill (England)
Legendary premium brand.
- Materials: select ebony, boxwood
- Feature: white bone fret
- Best for: luthier instruments
- Price: premium segment
🇨🇭 Bois d’Harmonie (Switzerland)
Exclusive tailpieces from rare woods.
- Materials: pernambuco, snakewood
- Feature: built-in fine tuners
- Best for: soloists
- Price: top segment
🎯 How to Choose a Violin Tailpiece?
Step 1: Determine Size
Tailpiece size = your violin size (4/4, 3/4, 1/2, etc.).
Step 2: Assess Fine Tuner Needs
| Your Level | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Beginner (1-2 years) | Wittner Ultra with 4 fine tuners |
| Music school student | Wittner Ultra or ebony + 1 fine tuner |
| Advanced amateur | Ebony/boxwood + 1 fine tuner (for E) |
| Professional | Hill-style ebony without or with 1 |
Step 3: Choose Material
- Budget under 500 UAH: plastic, Wittner Ultra
- Mid-range: ebony GEWA, Teller
- Premium: Hill, Bois d’Harmonie
💡 Expert Tip: Don't put 4 add-on metal fine tuners on a wooden tailpiece! This adds 22g of weight and significantly reduces resonance. If you need 4 fine tuners — choose Wittner Ultra.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best tailpiece for beginners?
Wittner Ultra with 4 built-in fine tuners. Lightweight, easy to tune, affordable.
How to choose tailpiece size?
Tailpiece size = violin size. A 4/4 tailpiece won't fit a 3/4 violin.
How many fine tuners do I need?
Beginners — 4. Advanced — 1 (for E). Professionals — 0 or 1.
Does the tailpiece affect sound?
Yes! Lighter tailpieces produce more resonance. Avoid 4 add-on metal fine tuners.
Wittner or ebony?
Wittner — for students (light, with tuners). Ebony — for professionals (classic look).
What is after-length?
Distance from bridge to tailpiece. For 4/4 violin, optimal is ~55mm (1/6 of playing length).
Can I replace the tailpiece myself?
Technically yes, but you need to set after-length correctly. For expensive violins — consult a luthier.
How much does a violin tailpiece cost?
Plastic: 100-200 UAH. Wittner Ultra: 500-800 UAH. Ebony: 400-1200 UAH. Hill: from 1500 UAH.
🎯 Why Choose SoundsGood?
🛠 Authentic Products
Official distributor of Wittner, GEWA in Ukraine.
🎓 Selection Help
We'll help you choose a tailpiece for your violin and level. Free!
📦 Fast Shipping
Same-day dispatch. Free for orders over ₴4,000.
💰 Great Prices
Direct imports. Pay in installments via PrivatBank, monobank.
📞 Contact Us
🌏 Showroom: 15 Olzhycha St., Kyiv, 04116, Ukraine
📞 Phone:
- Kyiv: +380 (73) 060-01-01
- Lviv: +380 (97) 667-14-43
📧 Email: info@soundsgood.kiev.ua
🕑 Hours: Mon–Fri: 11:00–18:00