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Intermediate String Instruments & Bows

Ready to take the next step in your playing? An intermediate instrument is designed to help you move beyond the basics and truly start shaping your own sound. Compared to beginner instruments, these are crafted from higher-quality, well-seasoned tonewoods, allowing for greater responsiveness, a wider dynamic range, and richer tonal colours. When paired with an appropriately matched intermediate or advanced-level bow, this gives developing players the tools they need to approach more demanding repertoire with greater confidence, control, and musical expression.

Our intermediate range is one of the largest in Australia, featuring a carefully curated mix of Chinese, Australian and German-made instruments that will comfortably support students working around AMEB Grades 4–7. With such a wide range of tonal characteristics, craftsmanship styles, and finishes, you’re sure to find an instrument that suits your playing style, musical taste, and helps you discover your sound.

Every intermediate instrument is professionally set up by our qualified workshop technicians with the advancing player in mind; optimised for improved projection, responsiveness, and tonal depth, and fitted with quality European strings to deliver a richer, more refined sound with greater scope for nuance and expression. All instruments purchased from us include and free ongoing servicing and support*.

Useful links: Violin Cases | Viola Cases | Cello Cases | Book an Appointment | Our Setups

EOFY Deal!

Until the end of June, enjoy 10% OFF our range of intermediate violins, violas, and cellos — with savings of up to $400 on violins and violas, and up to $750 on selected cellos. To help complete your setup, we're also offering 10% OFF any case or intermediate bow when purchased together as an outfit. With any intermediate outfit, we'll also include a FREE half cake Cecilia rosin valued at over $45!

Offer is available in-store or online. To access the outfit discount on our website, simply add any intermediate instrument, bow and case to your cart and your 10% OFF discount will be automatically applied. You'll have the option to select your FREE Cecilia half cake rosin when you hit 'checkout'.

*Available on in-stock items only. Excludes secondhand instruments. Outfits must include an intermediate instrument, intermediate bow and case to qualify for 10% OFF all items and a free Cecilia half cake rosin. Hurry! Offer ends 30 June.

Intermediate String Instruments and Bows

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    T. Siqueira Silver Classic Violin Bow Brazil

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    This violin bow was made at the Sousa workshop in Santa Teresa, Brazil. Sousa bows was established in 2002 by brothers Julio and Carlos Sousa, and ...

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    Müsing C3 Modern Carbon Fibre Violin Bow 3/4

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    Nicolas Deroux VI05 Violin 4/4

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    This instrument was handcrafted in China using two pieces of maple for the back, which are well-flamed with a medium curl, and matching ribs and sc...

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    Johann Stauffer #802EAV Violin 4/4

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    The Stauffer #802EAV is an upper-intermediate violin made in Germany, which has been designed and set up for playing at an upper-intermediate level...

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    Johann Stauffer #801E Violin 1/2

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    The Stauffer #801E is a German-made upper-intermediate violin, perfect for players completing the middle to upper AMEB grades, or equivalent. With ...

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    Johann Stauffer #800E Violin 1/2

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    The Stauffer #800E Violin has been well-made in Germany using two-pieces of maple for the back, which have been lightly flamed with a very narrow c...

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    Johann Stauffer #800E Violin 4/4

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    Description The Stauffer #800E Violin has been well-made in Germany using two-pieces of maple for the back, which have been lightly flamed with a v...

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    GEWA *P.Baron Violin Bow 4/4

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    Johann Stauffer #803E Stradivari Model Violin 4/4

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    The Stauffer #803E Stradivari model is a German-made instrument that would best fit players considering performances situations like the upper AMEB...

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    Glanville & Co. Barossa B20 Violin

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    The B20 is the second instrument in the Barossa range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart of ...

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    Johann Stauffer #500S Violin 3/4

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    The Stauffer 500S violin is the most superior Stauffer model in our intermediate range and has a silky, warm, full-bodied tone. When comparing it t...

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    Johann Stauffer #200S Violin 3/4

    3 in stock

    The Stauffer 200 violin has a warm, rich sound that is perfect for intermediate players looking for a violin that will blend well in an ensemble se...

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    Johann Stauffer #200S Violin 1/2

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    The Stauffer 200 violin has a warm, rich sound that is perfect for intermediate players looking for a violin that will blend well in an ensemble se...

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    Glanville & Co. Nullarbor N30 Violin

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    The N30 is the third instrument in the Nullarbor range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart of...

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    Glanville & Co. Nullarbor N20 Violin

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    The N20 is the second instrument in the Nullarbor range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart o...

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    Glanville & Co. Nullarbor N10 Violin

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    The N10 is the first instrument in the Nullarbor range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart of...

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    Glanville & Co. Daintree D30 Violin

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    The D30 is the third instrument in the Daintree range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart of ...

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    Glanville & Co. Daintree D20 Violin

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    The D20 is the second instrument in the Daintree range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart of...

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    Glanville & Co. Daintree D10 Violin

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    The D10 is the first instrument in the Daintree range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart of ...

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    Glanville & Co. Barossa B30 Violin

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    The B30 is the third instrument in the Barossa range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart of S...

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    Glanville & Co. Barossa B10 Violin

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    The B10 is the first instrument in the Barossa range by Glanville & Co. Glanville & Co. is a local workshop located right in the heart of S...

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    Francois Jacquot #500VA Violin 3/4

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    The Jacquot 500VA violin would be perfect for any advancing intermediate player wanting a rich, warm-sounding violin with excellent projection. It ...

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    Francois Jacquot #500VA Violin 4/4

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    The Jacquot 500VA violin would be perfect for any advancing intermediate player wanting a rich, warm-sounding violin with excellent projection. It ...

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    Francois Jacquot #300VA Violin 4/4

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    The Francois Jacquot 300VA is our favourite all-rounder intermediate violin. Like our other Jacquot models, it isn’t overly bright or warm and has ...

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    Francois Jacquot #850T Viola 16.5"

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    Schroeder #200 Viola 16"

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    Johann Stauffer #500S Viola 16"

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    Johann Stauffer #200S Viola 16"

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    Knoll Brazilwood Violin Bow with Whalebone Lapping 4/4

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    The Knoll workshop where this bow was crafted, was established in 1932 with Alfred Knoll (1909-1980). Alfred’s son Harmut was born in 1937 and he ...

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    Knoll Brazilwood Violin Bow 7/8

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    The Knoll workshop where this bow was crafted, was established in 1932 with Alfred Knoll (1909-1980). Alfred’s son Harmut was born in 1937 and he ...

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    Knoll Brazilwood Violin Bow 4/4

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    The Knoll workshop where this bow was crafted, was established in 1932 with Alfred Knoll (1909-1980). Alfred’s son Harmut was born in 1937 and he ...

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    Knoll Brazilwood Dodd Model Violin Bow 3/4

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    The Knoll workshop where this bow was crafted, was established in 1932 with Alfred Knoll (1909-1980). Alfred’s son Harmut was born in 1937 and he ...

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    Schroeder Baroque Violin Bow 3/4

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    Alfred Knoll Pernambucco Violin Bow 4/4

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    The Knoll workshop where this bow was crafted, was established in 1932 with Alfred Knoll (1909-1980). Alfred’s son Harmut was born in 1937 and he s...

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    Alfred Knoll Pernambucco Dodd Model Violin Bow 4/4

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    This violin bow was made in the Knoll workshop in 2019. The Knoll workshop was established in 1932 with Alfred Knoll (1909-1980). Alfred’s son Harm...

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    Alfred Knoll Pernambucco Lupot Model Violin Bow 4/4

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    The Knoll workshop where this bow was crafted, was established in 1932 with Alfred Knoll (1909-1980). Alfred’s son Harmut was born in 1937 and he s...

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