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Which Conrad Goetz chinrest should I buy for violin or viola?

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Choose a Conrad Goetz chinrest for your instrument first, then prioritise a comfortable fit. The options here include a Stuber-style violin chinrest and Kaufmann-style or Slim-style viola chinrests.

For violin, the Stuber-style chinrest listed here is boxwood with titanium screws. For viola, the Kaufmann-style option is boxwood with Gold Hill screws, while the Slim-style option is ebony.

Those descriptions help narrow the choice, but they cannot tell you which will feel best under your jaw. If possible, try the relevant shapes on your own instrument and check that you can hold it comfortably without clenching.

Don't choose on wood or screw material alone. Instrument compatibility, chinrest shape and a secure fit matter more than appearance; a violin shop can help check the fit before you commit.

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This answer is based on MyGear's own catalogue, price and list data on these pages:

  1. Conrad Goetz Goetz Kaufmann Style Viola Chinrest Boxwood Gold Hill Screws — prices and offers
  2. Conrad Goetz Goetz Stuber Style Violin Chinrest Boxwood Titanium Screws — prices and offers
  3. Conrad Goetz Goetz Slim Style Viola Chinrest Ebony — prices and offers

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