Yamaha
Yamaha YEV104N 4-String Electric Violin - Natural
Yamaha's striking open-frame electric violin blends acoustic guitar craftsmanship with modern stage-ready design and natural tone.
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Overview
Express Yourself with the Yamaha YEV-104 Electric Violin
Discover a new dimension of musical expression with the Yamaha YEV-104 Series Electric Violin. Inspired by Yamaha's acoustic guitar craftsmanship, this innovative instrument combines stunning aesthetics with exceptional playability. Its lightweight design and natural tone make it a joy to perform with, whether on stage or in the studio.
Specifications:
- Size: 4/4
- Body: Spruce/Mahogany/Maple
- Side/Frame: Walnut
- Neck: Maple
- Finger Board: Rosewood
- Bridge: Maple with built-in Piezo-electric Pickup
- Tuning Pegs: Ebony
- Tailpiece: Synthetic Resin (equipped with fine tuners)
- Chin Rest: Ebony
- Strings: D'Addario Zyex (D'Addario Helicore on C-string)
- Width: 8" (204mm)
- Height: 23.9" (607mm)
- Depth: 4.72" (120mm)
- Weight: 20.5 oz. (580 g)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Lightweight design at just 20.5 oz makes it comfortable for extended playing sessions and live performance
- Multi-wood construction using spruce, mahogany, maple, and walnut produces a rich, natural tone through the piezo pickup
- Open-frame aesthetic is visually striking on stage and distinctly modern
- Fine tuners on the synthetic resin tailpiece allow for precise, easy tuning adjustments
- Ebony fingerboard and tuning pegs offer durability and a traditional playing feel
👎 Cons
- Requires an external amplifier or headphone amp for any meaningful volume, limiting spontaneous unplugged practice
- Open-frame body provides no chinrest or shoulder comfort shaping like a traditional violin
- Does not include a case, bow, or amplifier, so additional purchases are necessary to start playing
- Piezo pickup may require experimenting with amp settings to avoid a thin or harsh amplified tone
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of pickup does the YEV104 use?
It uses a piezo-electric pickup built into the maple bridge, which captures string vibrations directly for a clear, natural tone when amplified.
Can this violin be played acoustically without an amplifier?
The YEV104 produces a very quiet acoustic sound due to its open-frame design. It is designed to be played through an amplifier or headphone amp, making it ideal for silent practice and stage performance.
What strings come installed on the Yamaha YEV104?
It ships with D'Addario Zyex strings on the G, D, and A positions, and a D'Addario Helicore string on the C-string, providing a warm and balanced tone out of the box.
Is this a full-size violin?
Yes, the YEV104 is a standard 4/4 (full-size) instrument suitable for adult players.
What woods are used in the body construction?
The body combines spruce, mahogany, and maple with walnut side frames, drawing on Yamaha's acoustic guitar building expertise for resonance and aesthetics.
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