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ArcRest Universal Carbon Fiber Full Set
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ArcRest Universal Carbon Fiber Set
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ArcRest Universal Carbon Fiber Solo
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ArcRest Universal Full Set
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ArcRest Universal Set
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ArcRest Universal Solo
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ArcRest Universal Tonewood Series sets
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Testimonials

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

One very interesting thing, the ArcRest helps my sense of rotational motion with my shoulder and it makes the long hours immensely easier! After practicing some very high end virtuosic pieces on viola with a regular nice shoulder rest, my left hand is ready to give out, agonizing… I can’t use the traditional shoulder rest after using yours.

Paul PeabodyViolinNew York City Ballet OrchestraNew York, 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

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’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

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

The Arcrest is extremely comfortable, easy to adjust and allows a richer sound to come from the back of my viola. It encourages a natural flexible hold, and the viola feels part of my body. Love it!

Ed Le BrocqMusician, educator, and broadcasterBrisbane, Australia

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

My custom ArcRest is exactly what I’d been looking for. As someone new to playing without a shoulder rest I was struggling to find something that would add a bit of support under the violin without detracting from the freedom I’d found in both my posture and sound quality. I wasn’t sure what I needed when I first asked Tigran about the ArcRest but he worked with me to create one that is perfectly tailored to my setup and the carbon fiber reacts beautifully to my instrument which livens… Read more

Jeanelle ThompsonPrincipal 2nd violinRochester Philharmonic OrchestraRochester, NY

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ArcRest Universal Carbon Fiber Full Set

ArcRest Universal Carbon Fiber Set

ArcRest Universal Carbon Fiber Solo

ArcRest Universal Full Set

ArcRest Universal Set

ArcRest Universal Solo

ArcRest Universal Tonewood Series sets