Chin Rests for Viola are essential accessories designed to enhance the comfort and playability of the viola for the musician. They are typically attached to the lower bout of the viola and provide a platform where the player can comfortably rest their chin or jaw while playing. This not only promotes proper playing posture but also reduces neck strain and fatigue during long practice or performance sessions. Chin rests are made from various materials such as wood, plastic, or metal, and come in different shapes and sizes to suit individual player preference and the specific design of the viola.
The Plastic Viola Chinrest Teka with 29mm Barrels offers a deep, comfortable pan and high position—ideal for V-shaped faces and wider chins. Durable plastic with a secure German clamp.
Key Features:
• Teka model, 29mm barrels
• Deep, high-positioned pan
• Strong plastic, German-made clamp
• Comfortable fit for viola players
The Teka Viola Chinrest – Ebony is hand-carved for comfort and style, featuring a gently sloped cup and standard bracket. Fits violas up to 16.5" and is widely praised for its ergonomic support.
Key Features:
• Genuine hand-carved ebony
• Moderately high, sloped cup
• Side mount, standard bracket
• Fits up to 16.5" violas
• Comfortable and secure fit
The Wittner “Space Age” Viola Chinrest – Left Position offers lightweight comfort with a hypoallergenic composite design. Easy to mount, cork-lined feet protect your instrument—perfect for sensitive skin and players needing extra comfort.
Key Features:
• Space-age composite, hypoallergenic
• Allergy-tested for sensitive skin
• Easy to install, cork-lined feet
• Left position, ultimate comfort
Fix or convert your viola chinrest with these replacement barrels—perfect for repairs or adapting violin chinrests to viola size. Sold in lengths of 2.7cm, 3.4cm, or 4.0cm; order two for a full set.
Key Features:
• Replacement barrels for viola chinrests
• Great for repairs or conversions
• 2.7cm, 3.4cm, 4.0cm sizes
• Compatible with most chin rests
The Wittner “Space Age” Viola Chinrest – Centred Position offers lightweight, hypoallergenic comfort with a modern design. Cork-lined feet protect your viola, and the centred fit is ideal for those who find side chinrests uncomfortable.
Key Features:
• Space age composite, hypoallergenic
• Centred position for comfort
• Easy to install, cork-lined feet
• Allergy-tested for skin safety
The Teka Ebony Viola Chin Rest with Titanium Fittings combines classic handcrafted ebony with ultra-durable, lightweight titanium hardware. Ergonomic, comfortable, and elegant—perfect for violists seeking premium quality.
Key Features:
• Genuine ebony, titanium fittings
• Moderately high, sloped cup for comfort
• Side mount, fits most violas.
• Strong, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant
The Wilfer Schmidt Viola Chinrest is a large, arched ebony chinrest with chrome fittings—made in Germany for violas 14” and above. Medium-depth cup, mounts left of the tailpiece, and offers ergonomic comfort.
Key Features:
• Ebony, chrome fittings
• Large, arched design with medium-depth cup
• Fits 14”+ violas, left-side mount
• Handcrafted in Germany
The Wilfer TEKA Viola Chinrest is a handcrafted German chinrest in the classic TEKA style. Made from ebony with chrome fittings, it offers ergonomic comfort and a secure, side-mounted fit for most violas.
Key Features:
• Genuine ebony, chrome hardware
• TEKA shape, moderately high/sloped cup
• Side mount, fits most violas.
• Handcrafted in Germany
The Wilfer Schmidt Viola Chin Rest - Over Tailpiece is a large, arched ebony chinrest with chrome fittings. Handcrafted in Germany, it fits violas 14”+, mounts beside and over the tailpiece, and offers comfortable, ergonomic support.
Key Features:
• Ebony with chrome hardware
• Large, arched plate and medium-depth cup
• Fits 14”+ violas; mounts over tailpiece
• Handcrafted German quality
Wolf Maestro chin rests are very soft as they are cushioned with skin-friendly Royal Black Nappa leather and are one of the most comfortable chinrests you will ever find.
• One screw to fit six sizes of violins
• Instrument and skin-friendly feet
• Elegant design
• Easy mounting on the violin or viola
• No damage to the edges of the instrument
