AcoustaGrip

Fits: 1/8, 1/4, and some 1/2 size violins & violas

The 2 layer design of the AcoustaGrip Protege Charcoal is a key feature. One layer is made from special acoustical materials, delivering enhanced sound and ultimate comfort. The other layer is unique as it attaches simply with air to the back of your instrument using micro-air technology. The Protege Charcoal is pictured above as an 1/8 size violin shoulder rest. Its ergonomic design sets the violins position at the most favoured angle for sound projection and ease of performance. No more sores, marks or shoulder pain!

The Protege Charcoal attaches with no glues or clamps, helping to preserve and protect the quality and condition of the violin or viola. The 1697 Napoleon Stradivarius and the 1778 DeLay Guadagnini enjoyed AcoustaGrip for many years. Both instruments were acclaimed for their condition and set world record sales prices.

Features:

• has no clamps that mute the violins sound (clamps stop the vibrations of wood)
• increases the volume of sound, adds better quality with more overtones
• is very comfortable, ergonomically designed and will not fall off
• gives a secure hold for the violinist or violist and attaches repeatedly
• sticks without glue or clamps with no damage to varnish, edges or back of violin
• lessens and diminishes a musicians sores and marks on their chin, neck and collarbone
• allows constant freedom, in contrast to rigid, vice like gripping shoulder rests
• Protege series violin/viola shoulder rests may be left on the violins and compress for easy & convenient storage in the violin case
• the Protege Charcoal functions as an 1/8 size violin shoulder rest, a 1/4 size violin shoulder rest, or a 1/2 size violin shoulder rest