Procraft Violins
Procraft violins cater to both aspiring beginners and those looking for a step up in their musical journey. While offering budget-friendly student models, Procraft also provides "solid top" and higher-end acoustic and electric violins, designed for enhanced resonance and playability. Their instruments are crafted with attention to detail, aiming to offer a quality sound and comfortable experience for a range of players, often including upgraded fittings and improved tonal characteristics as you move up their line.
Procraft PR VS1 Acoustic Violin
Description: This is often their most entry-level model, primarily aimed at absolute beginners. It typically features a basswood plywood top, back, and sides, with hardwood fittings. It's known for being very affordable and comes as a complete outfit (violin, bow, case/bag, rosin).
Features: Plywood construction, hardwood fingerboard/pegs, aluminum alloy tailpiece.
Available Finishes: Natural, Dark Natural, Cherry Red, German Antique, Polished Antique, Matte Yellow Brown Antique Glossy.
Procraft PR VS2 Acoustic Violin
Description: A slight step up from the VS1, the VS2 also features plywood construction (often plywood spruce top and plywood maple back/sides) but might offer a slightly better finish or build quality for a marginal price increase. Also sold as a full outfit.
Features: Plywood spruce top, plywood maple back/sides, sometimes with a "flamed" back and sides finish for aesthetic appeal. Hardwood or dyed wood fingerboard.
Procraft PR VA1 Acoustic Violin (Solid Top)
Description: This model marks a significant upgrade, featuring a solid spruce top paired with maple back and sides. The solid top vastly improves resonance and tone quality compared to plywood models. It's designed for serious beginners or intermediate players looking for a more expressive instrument.
Features: Solid spruce top, maple back and sides, hardwood fingerboard and pegs. Often comes with a better quality bow and case.
Available Finishes: Natural, Dark Natural, German Antique.
Procraft PR VS008E Acoustic Violin
Description: Positioned as a "Professional Violin" by Procraft India, this model also boasts a solid spruce top and maple back and sides. It emphasizes attention to detail with ebony fingerboard and pegs, which are superior for durability and playability. It's intended for those looking to upgrade or start with a high-quality instrument.
Features: Solid Spruce Top, Select Maple Back & Sides, Advanced Ebony Fingerboard & Pegs, Advanced Ebony Tailpiece.
Available Finishes: Matte, Glossy.
Procraft EV 01 Electric Violin (All Solid)
Description: This is Procraft's entry into the electric violin market. It features all-solid maple construction for the body, aiming for good tonal qualities even when amplified. It comes as a complete outfit with a case, bow, earphones, cable, and battery, making it ready to play electronically.
Features: Solid Maple Top, Back & Sides, Hardwood Chin Rest, Hardwood Pegs, Hardwood Fingerboard, Quality Pickup.
Available Finishes: Blue, White, Black, Wine Red Burst, Dark Brown.
Procraft EV 11 Electric Violin
Description: This is a step-up in their electric violin line from the EV 01. It's also likely all-solid maple construction but might feature slightly upgraded electronics, pickups, or a finer finish compared to the entry-level EV 01. It's often described as "high-end" within their electric range.
Features: Solid maple body, improved pickup quality, standard 3.5mm jacks for headphones/mic/output. Often comes with an "Octo Bow" (which is a more advanced type of bow, usually carbon fiber octagonal stick).
Available Finishes: Black (and potentially other colors).
