Our mission is to build the perfect bow that guarantees optimal performance for every musician.
Fine carbon fiber bows of the highest quality: Based in the heart of Germany, ARCUS has been developing and producing exceptional bows with a wide range of sound colors and playing characteristics since 1999, for violin, viola, cello and double bass. Arcus bows combine beautiful sound with best playability and high quality workmanship.
18/08/2026
Meet Bernd Müsing at ESTA 2026 in Helsinki. 📆 26-30 August 2026 📍 Pikkusali & Konzerttisali
Arcus & Müsing Bows will be participating at the ESTA (European String Teachers‘ Association) in Finland this year.
14/08/2026
10/08/2026
We know how much you achieve every day as a musician!
That is why our bows are designed to serve you fully and make your life even more beautiful and easier.
How do you find the best strings and the best bow for your violin? 🎻 This question turns out to be a three-body-problem, or in other words it’s „The Magic Triangle“. In order to find the best strings and bow, it’s fundamental that you understand your instrument…
Watch our new video „Violins, Strings and Bows“ on YouTube now. Link in bio. All download links can be found in the video description on YouTube.
28/07/2026
What could possibly go wrong when describing sound? Today, we’re diving deep into sonic dimensions.
The more precisely you can describe the sound of an instrument, the easier it is to determine what you are still missing, what you desire, and what a bow can do to achieve that.
How would you describe your instrument in terms of these dimensions in the carousel?
Bowmaker Bernd Müsing / Arcus was mentioned in an article of „The New York Times“ about the uncertain future of pernambuco wood, how CITES regulations have an impact on traditional bowmakers and musicians and about alternative materials for bows. Read the full article on 🗞️
No matter which instrument you play, here is what you should know about your bow!
Yes, a lot of work goes into our YouTube videos, but there’s also a whole lot of fun! Do you know our YouTube channel? It’s perfect for you if you want to dive deeper into the world of bows!
09/07/2026
Fresh frogs (also made in Bavaria) for our bows were delivered today! 🐸
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