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Testimonials

I happily switched to the ArcRest because of its lightness, nice design, and its minimal contact with the instrument. The most important feature for me, however, is that with the ArcRest, my violin feels more alive. I use the ArcRest myself, and I recommend it to my students.

Boris ZapesochnyViolinRochester Philharmonic OrchestraRochester, NY

Finally!!! A product to put all the shoulder rests, including the “makeup” sponge, in drawers. From the moment I put the ArcRest on my fiddle, the sound was completely free. Tigran made mine extra thin, and weighing in at 1/4 oz (less than a well-worn sponge), makes playing completely at ease. The ArcRest, with 4 very small polyurethane feet, is held by a rubber band, making the sound extremely sonorous, as well as having the freedom to adjust the instrument as I deem necessary. I highly recomme… Read more

Wilfredo DeglánsAssociate ConcertmasterRochester Philharmonic OrchestraRochester, NY

I really like the ArcRest because of how comfortable it is and how it helps open up the sound of my instrument!

Pedro MendezAssistant Principal ViolaIllinois Philharmonic OrchestraChicago, IL

I took violin lessons with Tigran in high school and I think it’s so beautiful that his teachings of connection wit the instrument and liberation of a beautiful sound come together in this innovative shoulder rest. It is both firm and light, comfortable, and makes violin playing easier and more fun than with any other shoulder rest. I highly recommend it!

Luby KiriakidiHarvard PhD student

The ArcRest is truly innovative! Its concave shape and rigidity offer great neutral support just under the collarbone, and its distance from the instrument and light weight benefit sound quality, something that no other foam pad offers. And bravo also for investing in a high-tech rubber band: stability is a must, and this is the best rubber band I have ever seen! I have added it to my array of preferred solutions for whenever I fit anyone moving forward!

Claire StefaniFounderVolute Services International

I’ve tried many different shoulder pads in my career and had been a long time user of those pink ‘cosmetic sponges’….until I recently switched over to the ArcRest. I liked the cosmetic pads for their comfort, and the freedom of movement that they allowed. The ArcRest achieves both these things and more! I admit that I was skeptical at first about the claims that it would help an instruments’ sound, but after trying the ArcRest on several different violins, I am a believer. The ArcRest may be rel… Read more

Perrin YangViolinRochester Philharmonic OrchestraRochester, NY

I have been searching for the right “rest” for many years. However, the moment I placed the ArcRest on my violin it was clear to me, this was the solution that I had been searching for. Also, it improved the sound of the instrument!

Antonio CevallosViolinSan Antonio SymphonySan Antonio, TX

You have an absolutely excellent product! I love it and my students love it as well! Such a great alternative to the old school sponge and 99% of shoulder rests.

Daniel LamasOwnerLamas String StudioManhattan, NY

As soon as I tried the ArcRest I knew it was what I had been searching for. It opened up the sound on my violin, and it allowed complete freedom in playing. I highly recommend it!

Linda OwenViolinPacific SymphonyOrange County, CA

The carbon fiber viola ArcRest is what I have been looking for all my life! A combination of simplicity and nice design that not only fits perfectly on the viola but it gives me the perfect comfort and flexibility while playing my instrument.

Roberto HenriquezFlorida Grand Opera and Palm Beach Symphony West Palm Beach, Florida, USA

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