Electric violins are growing in popularity and demand these days. Professionals, amateurs, and just plain wannabes, are all discovering the powerful sound these instruments carry. It would appear the electric violin now carries a certain cache.
Of the five top selling brands listed at Amazon, positions one through three belong to the same maker, Austin Bazaar. It is a complete violin set, great for the beginner. Austin Bazaar comes equipped with a full Size 4/4 Electric Silent Violin, 9 volt battery and amplifier cable.
| Full Size 4/4 Electric Violin Set with Case and Accessories - White |
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| Retail Price: $199.95 |
| Amazon Price: $79.80 |
 
You can expect all the basics, as well as a wooden bow, padded gig bag, and rosin. Pricing on this violin is only, $89.00. There is a variety of colors to pick from depending on the Amazon seller supplying the brand. Most Amazon sellers offer the kit for the same low price.
| Music Basics Electric Violin Complete Kit with Free Tuner - Black 4/4 Full Size (VLN-E10-Black 4/4) |
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| Retail Price: $129.00 |
| Amazon Price: $79.00 |
 
The next highest selling brand is, Music Basics Electric. It is also a black full sized model. The $79.00 kit is basic with the exception of earphones and bow material and free tuner.
The electric tuner comes with 5 preset buttons. The only tuner included with the violin out of the five brands listed.
This electrical wonder can be played right out of the box. An added feature is its genuine horsehair bow. Lastly, the kit includes a canvas carrying case and shoulder strap.
| Cecilio CEVN-1BL 4/4 Full Size Electric Silent Solidwood Violin w/ Ebony Fittings in Blue Metallic |
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| Retail Price: $499.99 |
| Amazon Price: $139.99 |
Position number three is occupied by, Cecilio. The Cecilio is an ultra stylish instrument with solid maple construction. It is hand carved with a beautiful red mahogany metallic finish. (Other metallic finishes are available depending on which Amazon buyer you pick.)
Ebony in color, the Cecilio may be considered the most fancy in the list. It has a mother of pearl inlay. Additionally, 4 detachable fine tuners come with the amazing $149.99 purchase price. It is easy to see why this violin sells so well.
| Full Size 4/4 Electric Violin Set with Case and Accessories - Black |
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| Retail Price: $199.95 |
| Amazon Price: $59.99 |
The fourth highest selling brand is, ViolinSmart, made of black solid Wood. The selling price is $149.95. Different from other models by the same name this violin has more of a classic look about it. Still it is electric and has the 9 volt battery amplifier to prove it.
The ViolinSmart is a complete package and easy to transport which is a benefit since most electric guitars weigh on the average of 5 pounds. Having a light case made out of soft canvas material is welcomed.
| Stagg 4/4 Silent Electric Violin Set with Case and Accessories - Violinburst |
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| Retail Price: $389.99 |
| Amazon Price: View Sale Price |
The fifth and final featured violin is the Stagg Electric Violin with case and accessories. The violin is black. A bit pricier than the rest, your money is well spent when this set is purchased. Accessories included with this instrument are unusual and attractive for band musicians.
Made with solid body lacquered Maple, the Stagg includes a 2 band equalizer with volume controlled stereo headphones. This particular set touts as its advantages not having a need for complicated microphone setups, and privacy to practice without anyone hearing. For the beginner, or shy musician, these features make the Stagg more popular. The extras come with an incredible price tag of roughly two-hundred and seventy-nine dollars. A good buy for all the bonus features.
The above listed instruments are easily available and in stock at Amazon Marketplace. Just another reason Amazon remains at the head of the list of online buying sites. You can find more electric violins for sale on our homepage.





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