Basic operations
This page lists all the simple operations that every good violinist should master to keep their instrument in good working order and get the most out of it.
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01 - Adjust the bridge straightness and position
In this first tutorial, you will learn all about the settings of the bridge, a subject too often neglected by violinists and yet so
important !
You will learn how to inspect the setting and how to perform the right gestures to adjust the vertical, longitudinal and lateral position.
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:34 - Awareness
02:24 - Inspect the bridge verticality
05:24 - Adjust the bridge verticality : caution
06:29 - Adjust the bridge verticality : option 1, seating
08:33 - Adjust the bridge verticality : option 2, standing
09:07 - Adjust the bridge verticality : option 3, on a bench
11:46 - Inspect longitudinal position
15:01 - Inspect lateral position
16:09 - Adjust longitudinal and lateral position
16:41 - Conclusion
Formula to calculate the string tension and look smart :
T = m . F² . 4 . L²
With
T = string tension, in Newtons
m = linear mass of the string, in kilograms per meter
F = vibration frequency of the string, in Hertz
L = string vibrating length, in meters
02 - Clean up your strings
A quick tutorial in which I unvail the ultimate method for properly cleaning the strings of your violin.
03 - Change your strings
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A nice place where to buy strings or peg putty.