Why Rehair a Violin Bow?
It's Important to Rehair Your Bow Every So Often Because the Quality of the Hair on Your Bow Can Influence the Sound of Your Violin. Not Only Will It Affect...
It's important to rehair your bow every so often because the quality of the hair on your bow can influence the sound of your violin. Not only will it affect the sound but it can also affect the quality of your playing too. The horsehair used for violin bows will slowly wear out over time as you continue to play.
Why do violin bows need to be Rehaired?
A bow needs to be rehaired when…
The most common signs it's time to rehair your bow include: More hairs are broken on one side than the other. This causes uneven tension on the stick. Over time, the bow stick warps, requiring yet another repair.
What happens if you don't Rehair your bow?
If rehairing is not done, you risk damaging your bow or even your violin. Here's what could happen: ... Deforming the stick of your bow (permanent bending) Friction on the stick, which will weaken it.
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