• Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra Classic. 4/4 size 260111

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra Classic. 4/4 size

    £12.25

    The Wittner Ultra Classic Violin Tailpiece is made of a ”space-age” composite material which is ultra strong while still being very light. With a rounded contact surface design, the strings are protected while the ball end is held securely. 4/4 violin, no adjusters.

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  • Wittner Tailpiece Violin. U/Classic Multi-System. 4/4 260411

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. U/Classic Multi-System. 4/4

    £18.10

    Wittner Ultra Classic Multi tailpiece. Classic design, no adjusters. Adjustable tailgut.

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  • Wittner Ultra Violin Tailpiece with Adjusters

    Wittner Ultra Violin Tailpiece with Adjusters

    £18.85
    • High-tech composite material for enhanced sound
    • Suitable for violin sizes 4/4 to 1/16
    • Four built-in string adjusters for easy tuning
    • Black screws and nylon tailgut for stability
    • Unparalleled resonance and tonal clarity
    • Hassle-free string adjustments
    • Durable, long-lasting design
    • Boosts your violin’s performance
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  • Wittner Tailpiece Violin. U/Classic Multi-System. 4/4 with Screwdriver 260611

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. U/Classic Multi-System. 4/4

    : £19.10
    £18.95

    Wittner Ultra Classic Multi tailpiece.

    • Classic design
    • no adjusters
    • Adjustable tailgut
    • Supplied with a screwdriver.
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  • Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra w/Adj. 5 String Violin. 9181115

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra w/Adj. 5 String Violin.

    : £22.40
    £22.30

    Wittner Ultra Violin Tailpiece. With adjusters. For 5 String Violin.

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  • Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra. Gold Adjusters. 4/4 918111G

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra. Gold Adjusters. 4/4

    : £22.90
    £22.66

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra. Gold Adjusters. 4/4

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  • Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra Multi-System. 4/4 size 918411

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra Multi-System. 4/4 size

    : £25.90
    £25.20

    Wittner Ultra Multi tailpiece with adjusters. Lightweight composite. Adjustable tailgut. 4/4.

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  • Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra with Adjusters Rosewood effect 4/4 918111P

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Ultra with Adjusters Rosewood effect 4/4

    £27.40

    The Wittner Ultra Violin Tailpiece is made of a lightweight composite. Complete with 4 string adjusters. For 4/4 violin. Wittner – one of the world”s most respected musical accessory companies.

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  • Wittner Light Alloy Violin Tailpiece with Adjusters 4/4 915111

    Wittner Light Alloy Violin Tailpiece with Adjusters

    £48.00
    • Premium light alloy construction
    • 4 integrated fine-tuners
    • Durable black screws
    • Nylon tailgut for added stability
    • Enhances instrument resonance
    • Easy installation & compatibility
    • Perfect for violins of all sizes
    • Designed for professional performance
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  • Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Light Alloy with Gold Adj. 4/4 915511

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Light Alloy with Gold Adj. 4/4

    £52.50

    Wittner Tailpiece Violin. Light Alloy with Gold Adjusters. Lightweight metal construction. 4/4

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Elevate Your Sound: The Importance of Tailpieces

A violin tailpiece is a small yet essential component, playing a critical role in the instrument’s overall sound quality and playability. It holds the violin strings in place and transfers their vibrations to the violin’s body, influencing tone, pitch stability, and responsiveness. Investing in a well-crafted tailpiece can make a noticeable difference in your instrument’s performance, providing you with richer tones, enhanced volume, and superior resonance.

Materials Matter: Choosing the Perfect Tailpiece

Different materials used in violin tailpieces offer varying benefits, such as:

  • Ebony – Known for its elegance, durability, and ability to enhance a violin’s warm, rich tones.
  • Rosewood – Offers a lightweight alternative with excellent resonance and a beautiful, natural appearance.
  • Boxwood – Delivers a balanced tone and adds an elegant touch to any violin.
  • Composite – An innovative, lightweight option that provides improved sound projection and consistent tonal characteristics.

By carefully selecting a tailpiece material that complements your violin and playing style, you can significantly improve your instrument’s overall sound and appearance.

Tailored to You: Tailpiece Styles and Adjustability

There are various tailpiece styles, each with its unique characteristics and advantages. Some common styles include:

  • Hill-style – Popular for its traditional design, delivering a clean, focused sound.
  • Harp-style – Known for enhancing volume and offering rich overtones.
  • Tuner-integrated – Features built-in fine tuners, offering convenience and ease of use.

Having fine-tune adjusters on the tailpiece isn’t always necessary some violinists just fit an adjuster on the ‘E’ string, especially if you have Finetune Geared Violin Pegs, which will offer easy tuning without the need for fine-tuning adjusters. You can read our article, Do I Need Fine Tuners On My Violin? for more information.

Tailpieces are relatively easy to fit. However, if you’d rather not fit it yourself, we offer a fitting service at our Derby workshop.