Your teacher should tell you the size instrument you will need. If not, you can use our sizing guide below. Arm length is measured from the neck to the middle of the palm of the left arm.

Instrument Size needed

Arm Length (in inches)	VIOLIN	VIOLA	Rental Price (NO maintenance)	Rental Outfit Value
14”	1/16 size violin		12.82	295.00 – 395.00
15″	1/10 size violin		12.82	295.00 – 395.00
16″	1/8 size violin		12.82	295.00 – 395.00
18″	1/4 size violin		12.82	450.00 – 650.00
20″	1/2 size violin		14.67	450.00 – 650.00
22″	3/4 size violin		14.67	450.00 – 650.00
24″	4/4 size violin		14.67	450.00 – 650.00
24.5”		15” viola	15.98	500.00 – 600.00
25.5”		15 ½” viola	15.98	500.00 – 600.00
26.5”		16” viola	15.98	500.00 – 600.00

 

 

How to measure for a violin

To select the correct size violin, measure the player’s arm length using a retractable tape measure (or a yard stick). Measure the length between the player’s neck and middle of their left-hand palm when the hand is fully extended and raised perpendicular to the body (not reaching, but not bent). If there is any doubt, or if your child is in between sizes, choose the smaller size violin.

 

How to measure for a viola

To select the correct size viola, measure the player’s arm length using a retractable tape measure (or a yard stick). Measure the length between the player’s neck and the middle of their left-hand palm when the hand is fully extended and raised perpendicular to their body (not reaching, but not bent). Refer to the chart. If there is any doubt , or if your child is in between sizes, choose the smaller size viola. An instrument too large is hard to hold up, feels heavy and is harder to play than an instrument the correct size.

 

How to measure for a cello

The best way to determine the correct sizing is to measure using a cello. Without a cello, however, you can achieve a very close approximation based on the height of the player. Refer to the chart. If there is any doubt , or if your child is in between sizes, choose the smaller size cello. An instrument too large is hard to hold up, feels heavy and is harder to play than an instrument the correct size.

 

How to measure for a bass

The best way to determine the correct sizing is to measure using a bass. Without a bass, however, you can achieve a close approximation based on the height of the player. Refer to the chart. If there is any doubt, or if your child is in between sizes, choose the smaller size bass. An instrument too large is harder to play than an instrument of the correct size.