Our rental violins are typically Samuel Eastman Model 80 violins. These violins continue to be requested by violin teachers throughout Central Alberta for reliable, pleasant sound and quality.
These violins display commitment to 19th century hand craftsmanship and quality solid tonewoods and fittings. This model has received praise from the most exacting critics of all: school and private studio teachers. Not content to make a merely serviceable student violin, Eastman has crafted these instruments by hand from seasoned tonewoods, and installed top quality ebony fittings. Samuel Eastman Model 80 violins offer unparalleled quality of sound and playability in an entry level instrument.
Violin Rental: Monthly or Auto-Payment
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Finish:High-Gloss Varnish
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Fingerboard:Ebony
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Top:Chinese Spruce
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Back/Ribs:Chinese Maple
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Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
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Bridge:Despiau
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Fittings:Ebony
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Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:4/4 - 1/32
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To rent instruments from Prairie Violins you will need to complete a rental application and then make an appointment for sizing of your violin.
Initial Rental Fee:
We require 3 months advance payments for new rentals.
Payment of Rental Fees:
All rental payments are due within the first 5 days of each month. Late payments will be assessed a 50% surcharge. Payments may be made by cash, cheque, or credit card payments on the website. Those who prefer eTransfer, please email to make arrangements.
Rental Fees:
$25.00/month
6 month advance payment 5% discount, $142.50
12 month advance payment 10% discount, $270.00
Rental Credit:
Entering the 4th rental month, 100% of your initial 3 month rental payment can be credited towards purchase of the rental instrument.
After the 4th month, rental credit can be accumulated. 50% of your rental fees over a 12 month period can be applied towards purchase of the rental instrument, or an instrument of higher value.