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- How do I know my violin size?
- How long is a 4 4 violin?
- Is a 4 4 violin a full size?
- What size is a 16 inch violin?
How do I know my violin size?
Measure from the middle of the left palm to the neck, with left arm and hand fully extended out perpendicular to body (as if holding a violin). Violins come in nine different sizes: 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/10, 1/16, and 1/32. 4/4 (full size) being the biggest and 1/32 size being the smallest.
How long is a 4 4 violin?
What Size Violin Do I Have? – Useful Violin Measurements
| Violin Size | Violin Back Length | Violin Overall Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4 Violin | 280mm or approx. 11 inches | 48.25cm or 19in |
| 1/2 Violin | 310mm or approx. 12.2 inches | 52cm or 20.5in |
| 3/4 Violin | 335mm or approx. 13 inches | 53.3cm or 21in |
| 4/4 Full Violin | 356mm or approx. 14 inches | 60cm or 23.5in |
Is a 4 4 violin a full size?
1/2 - For children ages 6 to 10, with an arm length of 20 to 22 inches. 3/4 - Children ages 9 to 11, with an arm length of 22 to 23.5 inches. 4/4 or Full Size Violin - For violinists ages 9 and above, with an arm length of 23.5 inches and up. This is the size for adults.
What size is a 16 inch violin?
Violin Size Chart
| Violin | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Overall length | Bow length |
| 1/32 | 13 to 13.5 inches (33 – 34.3 cm) | 15 inches (38 cm) |
| 1/16 | 14.5 inches (36.8 cm) | 16.75 inches (42.5 cm) |
| 1/10 | 16 inches (40.6 cm) | 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) |
