The ArcRest is an innovative shoulder pad for violin and viola invented by Aaron Bailey and Tigran Vardanyan It feels nearly weightless at 0.4 oz (11g).
The design of the ArcRest is based on the great players of the 20th century who balanced the violin on three points: the collarbone, the jaw, and the hand. Unlike other shoulder rests, the ArcRest does not disturb the natural relationship between the instrument and the player. The violin is not elevated, but sits in its natural position on the collarbone, supported by the ArcRest. This allows the
07/14/2025
Thanks to help from the we were able to have a dedicated presence at the AUSTA Golden Jubilee National Conference. If you are at the conference, stop by and check it out. Send us a quick note, and let's see how the ArcRest can help free your sound!