Bows

Bows come in two main different versions, one made of timber and the other made of carbon fibre. Good timber bows are particularly beautiful in terms of producing a rich sound, whereas carbon fibre bows are generally very good in technical aspects. Carbon fibre bows are also very good for sound if the instrument needs more clarity. If an instrument sounds naturally bright, timber bows will produce a more beautiful sound. A perfect timber bow will be good in terms of sound and technique. A good carbon fibre bow will also be good for technique and sound. Timber bows are usually more expensive than carbon bows in achieving the same technical quality as carbon bows. We have found that good carbon fibre bows work well with violas at all levels. Violas have a broad sound. The carbon fibre bow helps the viola to add clarity and projection.