What chin rest models does Wolf offer?

Wolf produces chin rests in six classic shapes: Guarneri, Flesch, Stradivari, Morawetz, Teka and Skin Friendly — a hypoallergenic model for players with sensitive skin. All models are available for violin and viola.

Що таке Wolf Music Products?

Wolf Music Products — німецький виробник плічок (shoulder rests) для скрипки та альту. Берлін, Німеччина. Три серії: Forte Primo (професійна), Forte Secondo (молодіжна, кольорова), Standard (базова), Super Flexible (гнучка). Розміри від 1/16 до 4/4 та альт. SoundsGood — офіційний дилер Wolf Music Products в Україні.

Чим Forte Primo відрізняється від Forte Secondo?

Forte Primo — професійне плічко для скрипки 4/4–3/4 та альту. Регулювання висоти, надійна фіксація. Forte Secondo — молодіжна серія з кольоровим вибором (чорний, синій, рожевий, помаранчевий, червоний). Доступна у розмірах 4/4–3/4, 1/2–1/4, 1/8–1/16. Також є ліворука версія.

Чи є SoundsGood офіційним дилером Wolf?

Так, SoundsGood — офіційний дилер Wolf Music Products в Україні. Оригінальна продукція, гарантія якості, професійна консультація.

Wolf Music Products — Official Dealer in Ukraine — SoundsGood

Q: What is Wolf Music Products?

Wolf Music Products b.v. is a Dutch company founded in 1964 by Willy Wolf in Amsterdam. It is the inventor of the modern violin shoulder rest. Today the company manufactures shoulder rests, chin rests, cello end-pins and accessories for bowed string instruments, based in Harmelen, Netherlands.

Q: What is the difference between Wolf Forte Secondo and Forte Primo?

The Forte Secondo features a curved profile with a rubber body and aluminium plate for fully individual shaping, with independent height adjustment on both sides from 0.5 to 8 cm. The Forte Primo shares the same construction in a more compact profile. Both are available for violin sizes 4/4 down to 1/16 and viola.

Q: What is the Wolf Super Flexible shoulder rest?

The Super Flexible is the original shoulder rest invented by Willy Wolf in 1964. Its unique feature is a pad tension adjustment system that allows the player to set the desired degree of flexibility, making it one of the most versatile shoulder rests Wolf produces. Fits violin 4/4–3/4 and all viola sizes.

Q: What is the Wolf Batt-O-Meter?

The Batt-O-Meter is a portable computer-controlled voltage and current measurement system. It measures battery voltage and remaining playing time for 1.5 V and 9 V batteries directly inside the instrument or device — without any disassembly required.

Wolf Music Products b.v. is a Dutch company founded in 1964 by Willy Wolf in Amsterdam. Willy Wolf was the inventor of the modern violin shoulder rest — an innovation that transformed player comfort worldwide. The first batch of 500 units, made entirely by hand, sold out within a week. Wolf Music Products has since become the reference manufacturer of accessories for bowed string instruments: shoulder rests, chin rests, cello end-pins and unique technical accessories. The company is today based in Harmelen, Netherlands, and is run by Robert Wolf and his wife Simone.

SoundsGood stocks the complete Wolf Music Products range: shoulder rests (Forte Secondo, Forte Primo, Standard, Super Flexible, Colored series), chin rests (Guarneri, Flesch, Stradivari, Morawetz, Teka, Skin Friendly), Super End-Pin for cello, Guitar Rest and the Batt-O-Meter.

SoundsGood is the official Wolf Music Products dealer in Ukraine. Genuine products with manufacturer warranty.

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🏭 About Wolf Music Products

1964: The Birth of the Shoulder Rest

Willy Wolf was living and working in Amsterdam in 1964 when he made the first violin shoulder rest. The first order was 500 units — made entirely by hand. The next 500 were ordered a week later. This marked the beginning of Wolf Music Products and a revolution in playing comfort for violinists and violists worldwide.

1967–1974: Forte Rests and a Dedicated Workshop

In 1967 Willy moved to Utrecht and produced the first forte-series shoulder rests in a shed in his back garden. By 1974 he had moved to Vleuten and built a fully equipped workshop where he could develop new ideas and test them with colleagues from the Utrecht Symphony Orchestra.

1993–2005: Handover and a Fresh Start

In 1993 Willy Wolf handed the company to his sons Arthur and Robert. In 2005 Arthur left and since then Robert has run the company together with his wife Simone. A fresh start followed: a new logo, new products, new manufacturing methods and the distinctive coloured shoulder rest series with its sparkling 3D-effect surface.

Netherlands — Quality You Can Trust

Wolf Music Products b.v. is based in Harmelen, Netherlands, and is affiliated with the Sparq Foundation. Every shoulder rest passes rigorous quality control before despatch. Wolf products are sold in dozens of countries and are a standard choice in conservatories and orchestras around the world.

🎻 Forte Shoulder Rests — Flagship Series

The Forte series is Wolf's most popular line. An aluminium plate over a rubber body allows the player to shape the rest precisely to their own anatomy.

Forte Secondo

A curved profile, rubber body and aluminium plate for fully individual shaping to the player's ergonomics. Two plastic spacing tubes for stability at maximum height. Independent height adjustment on both sides from 0.5 to 8 cm. Adjustable to any angle and width. Available in sizes 4/4–3/4, 1/2–1/4, 1/8–1/16 and viola.

Forte Primo

A compact version of the Forte series with a simplified construction. Rubber body with aluminium plate for custom shaping. Height and angle adjustable. The ideal choice for players who want the Forte's benefits in a lower-profile design. Available for a range of violin and viola sizes.

LEFT Forte Secondo — for Left-Handed Players

A mirror-image version of the Forte Secondo made specifically for left-handed violinists. All the characteristics of the flagship model: aluminium plate, rubber body, independent height adjustment (0.5–8 cm), angle and width adjustment. Wolf is one of very few manufacturers to offer a dedicated left-hand model.

🎵 Standard and Super Flexible

Standard Secondo

A reliable and accessible model from the Standard series. A practical design for daily practice and teaching. Height and angle adjustment for basic comfort. The ideal choice for music school students and anyone starting out with shoulder rests. Available in a range of sizes.

Standard Primo

The entry-level version of the Standard series in a simplified design. Light and compact. Suitable for players who want a minimal shoulder rest without extensive adjustability. A good option for young children and beginners with small violins.

Super Flexible — Willy Wolf's Original

The very first shoulder rest Willy Wolf made in 1964 — and it remains unique to this day. Its defining feature is a pad tension adjustment system that lets the player set the precise degree of flexibility in the cushion, making it one of the most versatile shoulder rests Wolf produces. Height adjustable up to 8 cm at any angle. Fits violin 4/4–3/4 and all viola sizes.

🌈 Wolf Coloured Shoulder Rests

One of Wolf's most recent innovations — shoulder rests with a sparkling surface that creates a three-dimensional visual effect. A product that distinguishes Wolf from every other shoulder rest manufacturer on the market.

Colored Shoulder Rests

A vibrant new line with a sparkling surface and a unique 3D shimmer effect found nowhere else in the shoulder rest market. The same technical performance as the standard models — full height, angle and width adjustment — in a range of striking colours. Perfect for younger players and those who value personal style alongside functionality.

Why Coloured Shoulder Rests Are Popular

Children and teenagers are more likely to use a shoulder rest consistently if it appeals to them visually. A Wolf coloured rest becomes part of the player's personal identity. The colour has no effect on quality or function — the same Wolf reliability in a new form.

🎻 Wolf Chin Rests

Wolf produces chin rests in six classic shapes for violin and viola. All models are made to the same exacting quality standards Wolf has maintained since 1964.

Guarneri

The classic side-mounted chin rest shape named after the violin maker Guarneri. Positioned to the left of the tailpiece. Widely popular among players who hold the violin with a slight leftward inclination. One of the most commonly used chin rest shapes worldwide.

Flesch

The Flesch chin rest is a centred model positioned directly over the tailpiece. Recommended by pedagogue Carl Flesch for players who hold the violin straight in front of them. Widely used in academic performance and orchestral playing.

Stradivari

The Stradivari shape is a traditional side model with a characteristic curved recess. Suitable for a wide range of players and one of the classic shapes that has remained popular across multiple generations of violinists.

Morawetz and Teka

Morawetz — an offset-centre chin rest for players with a particular head position. Teka — a higher and more curved model for players who need a more pronounced chin support. Both models address specific anatomical requirements that other standard shapes do not.

Skin Friendly — Hypoallergenic Chin Rest

A specialist model for players with sensitive skin or allergic reactions to conventional materials. Made from a skin-friendly material that does not cause irritation even during extended playing sessions. The essential choice for anyone who experiences chin irritation from a standard chin rest.

🎼 Super End-Pin and Guitar Rest

Super End-Pin — for Cello

The Wolf Super End-Pin is a specialist cello end-pin engineered for greater stability during performance. An alternative to the standard end-pin for players seeking improved instrument stability and position control. Made to Wolf's quality standards with durable materials.

Guitar Rest — for Classical Guitar

The Wolf Guitar Rest allows classical guitarists to hold the instrument comfortably without a traditional footstool under the left leg. An ergonomic solution that promotes correct body posture and reduces spinal strain during long practice sessions — a straightforward upgrade for any classical guitarist.

🔋 Wolf Batt-O-Meter

What is the Batt-O-Meter?

The Batt-O-Meter is a unique entry in the Wolf catalogue: a portable computer-controlled battery voltage and current measurement system. Designed specifically for musicians who rely on battery-powered instruments and devices.

Batt-O-Meter Features

Measures the voltage the battery is delivering to the device. Displays remaining hours of use. Tests the battery without disassembling the instrument or device. Works with 1.5 V and 9 V batteries. Fast, accurate, and straightforward to use. Prevents unexpected battery failure on stage and extends battery life by eliminating premature disposal of batteries that still have usable charge.

Who Needs the Batt-O-Meter

Any performer who uses active pickups, wireless systems, effects pedals, tuners or any other battery-powered device. Particularly valuable before important performances, recording sessions and touring. One device to check every battery in your setup — 1.5 V and 9 V covered.

📊 Wolf Shoulder Rest Comparison

Model	Construction	Height	Unique Feature	Sizes	Best For
Forte Secondo	Rubber + aluminium	0.5–8 cm (both sides)	Fully flexible plate	4/4–1/16, viola	Professionals, students
Forte Primo	Rubber + aluminium	Adjustable	Compact profile	4/4–1/16, viola	Professionals, amateurs
LEFT Forte Secondo	Rubber + aluminium	0.5–8 cm	Left-handed mirror	4/4–1/16, viola	Left-handed violinists
Standard Secondo	Standard	Adjustable	Reliability/value	4/4–1/16, viola	Students, beginners
Standard Primo	Standard	Basic	Light and minimal	Small sizes	Young children
Super Flexible	Rubber with tension	Up to 8 cm	Pad tension adjustment	4/4–3/4, viola	Seeking ideal balance
Colored	As Forte	Adjustable	Sparkling 3D surface	Various	Young players, visual style

🎯 How to Choose Your Wolf Accessory

🎻 Adult violinist looking for the ideal shoulder rest

Start with the Forte Secondo. The aluminium plate allows you to shape the rest precisely to your shoulder anatomy. Independent height adjustment on both sides from 0.5 to 8 cm covers virtually every player's needs.

🎼 Child starting to learn violin

Standard Primo or Standard Secondo for small violins (1/8–1/16). A Wolf Coloured Shoulder Rest adds a visual appeal that motivates daily practice — available in bright, sparkling colours.

🎵 Violist looking for a shoulder rest

Both the Forte Secondo and Super Flexible are available for all viola sizes. The Super Flexible is particularly popular with violists thanks to its pad tension adjustment system.

✋ Left-handed violinist

The LEFT Forte Secondo is the only correct choice. A mirror-image version of the flagship model designed specifically for left-handed players. Wolf is one of very few manufacturers to produce this variant.

🤧 Sensitive skin or allergy to chin rest materials

Wolf Skin Friendly chin rest — hypoallergenic material that causes no skin irritation even during extended sessions. A direct solution to a problem that many string players encounter.

🎸 Classical guitarist

Wolf Guitar Rest — an ergonomic support for the classical guitar that eliminates the need for a footstool under the left leg. Promotes correct posture and reduces spinal strain during long practice sessions.

🎹 Musician with battery-powered devices

Wolf Batt-O-Meter — check every battery before a performance. No more unexpected failures on stage. One device covers 1.5 V and 9 V batteries across your entire setup.

🎻 Choosing a chin rest — unsure of the shape

Guarneri if you hold the violin with a slight leftward tilt. Flesch if you hold it straight out in front. Stradivari as a classic option for most players. Skin Friendly if you experience any skin irritation.

❓ FAQ

What is Wolf Music Products?

Wolf Music Products b.v. is a Dutch company founded in Amsterdam in 1964. It invented the modern violin shoulder rest. The product range includes shoulder rests, chin rests, cello end-pins, Guitar Rest and the Batt-O-Meter. Based in Harmelen, Netherlands; part of the Sparq Foundation.

What is the difference between Forte Secondo and Forte Primo?

Forte Secondo has a curved profile with two spacing tubes for maximum stability at height, independent height adjustment on both sides from 0.5 to 8 cm. Forte Primo shares the same aluminium-plate construction in a more compact profile. Both are available for violin and viola.

What is the Wolf Super Flexible shoulder rest?

Willy Wolf's original 1964 invention. Its unique pad tension adjustment system lets the player dial in the exact degree of cushion flexibility. Height up to 8 cm, any angle. Fits violin 4/4–3/4 and all viola sizes.

What chin rest shapes does Wolf offer?

Guarneri, Flesch, Stradivari, Morawetz, Teka and Skin Friendly (hypoallergenic). All available for violin and viola. Skin Friendly is the choice for players with sensitive skin or contact irritation.

What is the Wolf Batt-O-Meter and why do I need it?

A portable battery tester for 1.5 V and 9 V batteries. Displays voltage and remaining hours of use without disassembling the device. Essential before any performance to verify active pickups, pedals, wireless systems and tuners.

Where can I buy Wolf Music Products in Ukraine?

At SoundsGood — the official Wolf Music Products dealer in Ukraine. Showroom: Olzhycha St. 15, Kyiv (Dorohozhychi metro), Mon–Fri 11:00–18:00. Online: soundsgood.com.ua. Free shipping from ₴4,000. Instalment payment via PrivatBank and monobank.