One of our most popular student outfits, the Ricard Bunnel G2 Violin Outfit is far superior to any other offered at this exceptional price point. Student violins sold by other retailers at this cost are typically coated with a thick, glossy lacquer finish that does not create quality tone production, while the Ricard Bunnel G2 Violin has an authentic oil finish.

The oil finish is a very unique feature usually seen on more expensive violins that not only looks more professional, but remains true to historical, tried-and-true standards of hand-crafted violin making. The finish, construction, shape, fittings, and design of the Bunnel G2 Violin give this instrument a warmer, more natural, and projective sound than any competing student violin of this quality. Watch the performance video of the Bunnel G2 to hear the quality of this instrument in live performance.

Strings

Steel-core D'Addario Prelude Strings come installed on the instrument, greatly improving playability and sound. While most student violins come with basic "solid" steel strings with no winding, little resonance, and a cold sound, Preludes offer a warmer, richer sound that both complements and enhances the sound of the instrument.

Recommended Beginning Violin Books

For beginning students, we recommend the following beginning violin books from our sheet music collection to get started. The following method books teach introductory techniques, music theory, and how-to basics for learning to play the violin:

• Hal Leonard Essential Elements 2000 for Strings Violin Book 1 with CD-ROM – Essential Elements is the most popular beginning violin book for students and school orchestra programs. The included CD-ROM provides additional instructions and accompaniment with which students can play along. This fun, interactive, and thorough string method book is a must-have.
• Suzuki Violin School: Violin Part, Vol. 1 – The Suzuki Violin Method, Book 1 is the most popular beginning violin book for students in private lessons and violin teachers. The popular Suzuki method, created by Japanese violinist Shin'ichi Suzuki, is a unique method that encourages starting young, learning in a positive environment, playing by ear, performing in public, and being a part of a larger musical community.
• Intro to Violin – Intro to Violin is a fun, comprehensive guide for beginning violinists designed and written by our very own Adam Easley and Liz Lambson of the Kennedy Violins Staff. This detailed guide provides you with simple instructions to get you started on the violin including basic techniques, fundamentals, and music theory. With helpful tips and diagrams, Intro to Violin offers you all the knowledge you need to start playing today!

Free Setup

FREE expert setup by our staff of professional luthiers is included with your purchase to meet or exceed all MENC specifications and standard measurements. At Kennedy Violins, the luthier staff ensures that each violin is individually setup, tuned, and inspected to our highest standards. Your violin will be ready to play when you receive it—not sent to you unstrung or in pieces as sold by other online retailers. Setup includes:

• smoothing the fingerboard
• arching the bridge
• fitting bridge feet
• carving the nut to professional curvature
• fitting pegs
• polishing the finish

Outfit Features

The Ricard Bunnel G2 Violin Outfit includes the following:

• Shipping within 2 business days. In-shop luthiers allow same-day shipping on some orders.
• Availability in the following sizes: 1/16, 1/10, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 & 4/4 (See our Violin Size Chart.)
• FREE setup by our staff of professional luthiers
• Kennedy Violins’ 45-day money-back guarantee. Take our 45-day Challenge!
• Full coverage by our Lifetime Warranty.
• 4 high-quality, stainless steel fine tuners
• Naturally dried maple & tight-grained spruce from the Himalayas
• An oil finish far superior to competing violins in this price range with a shiny, thick, and "tinny"-sounding lacquer finish
• Steel-core D'Addario Prelude Strings with free installation
• Kennedy Violins Natural Rosin
• Backup set of replacement strings (basic steel)
• The lightweight, protective Bunnel Oblong Violin Case with accessory & shoulder rest compartments, music pocket, and adjustable straps
• Multiple D-rings on case for various carrying options, including over-the-shoulder or backpack wear
• Handmade construction
• Inlaid purfling
• A custom-fit, high-grade maple bridge
• High-grade ebony fittings, including polished fingerboard, pegs & tailpiece
• Brazilwood bow with real horse hair 
• Setup and inspection that meets or exceeds all MENC specifications
• Excellent customer service. Just read our comments!