Stringed Instruments

• Playtech violins now available

  

  2020/10/22

  ■PLAYTECH Violins
  
  Playtech violins that provide excellent cost performance are now in stock. In the acoustic lineup, there are two models -- the PVN244 is an entry-level model and the PVN344 is a regular model. There's also an electric violin equipped with a Piezo Pickup.
  The PVN244 provides excellent cost performance, with a solid wood top for a rich sound, while the PVN344 boasts luxurious ebony parts.
  The PSV100 electric violin is equipped with a LINE OUT terminal for use with an amplifier. Since the outline of the sound is clear, it is a very easy instrument on which to produce sound. By connecting a music player to the MIC external input terminal and headphones to the Phones terminal, you can practice along with the original sound source, and you can also use it as an instrument for night practice.
  Both acoustic and electric models come with a bow, case, rosin, shoulder rest, and tuner. Our staff will inspect each item prior to shipping.

• JOYO / JT-06 Mini Clip-on Chromatic Tuner now available

  

  2020/10/07

  ■JOYO「JT-06 Mini Clip-on Chromatic Tuner」
  
  We have started handling the lightweight JOYO / JT-06 clip tuner, which weighs about 19g and can be used with not only guitars and basses but also ukuleles and violins. The frequency is fixed at 440Hz, and the tuning mode is chromatic, but it also has guitar, bass, violin, and ukulele modes. A small tuner that can be installed and removed with a single touch, and runs on a single coin battery.

• PLAYTECH VIOLIN Soon to be Available

  

  2020/09/25

  PLAYTECH, which realizes overwhelming cost performance, will release violin sets that will allow anyone to easily take up the violin.
  
  The "violin" -- the beautiful curved body, elegant tone -- a musical instrument that everyone is attracted to at least once.
  The first lineup in the series will include two solid body 4/4 size acoustic violins and one electric violin.
  
  The PVN244 acoustic violin is the best model for your first violin, and can provide a sufficient sound even though it is a stained fingerboard. The PVN344 high-end model uses ebony for the fingerboard for further pursue of tone. Since the tail piece comes with an adjuster, you can make fine adjustments in addition to adjusting the strings with the pegs.
  The PSV100 electric violin is available in two colors, black and brown. You can connect it directly to a mixer or amplifier to play at a concert or live, or you can connect headphones to practice at home.
  All models come with a bow, shoulder pad, rosin, and case, all necessary items to start playing the violin. You can enjoy bright tones for a full-scale production at a price of less than 10,000 yen. In addition, our expert staff inspects and adjusts each instrument before shipping and guarantees aftercare for 3 years.
  
  The violin, active in various music genres, from classical music to progressive rock. It is recommended not only for those who are starting stringed instruments, but also for those who use other instruments and those in charge of vocals. Please take this opportunity to try it out.
  
  ■PLAYTECH 「VIOLIN Sets」
  

• New PLAYTECH flat mandolins now in stock!

  

  2020/08/31

  ■PLAYTECH「PFM10A」
  ■PLAYTECH「PFM10F」
  
  New flat mandolin models are now available from PLAYTECH at shockingly low prices! Two types are available: the A-style flat mandolin (PFM10A) and the F-style flat mandolin (PFM10F). The PFM10A is 5,800 yen (excluding tax) and the PFM10F is 12,800 yen (excluding tax)! We also offer mandolin sets with cases and accessories at great prices. Recommended for those who want to start playing the flat mandolin!

• New Flat Mandolins from PLAYTECH!

  

  2020/08/15

  ■PLAYTECH 「PFM10A」
  ■PLAYTECH 「PFM10F」
  
  New flat mandolin models are now available from PLAYTECH, which delivers shockingly low-priced instruments! Two types are available: the A-style flat mandolin (PFM10A) and the F-style flat mandolin (PFM10F). Recommended for those who want to enjoy the flat mandolin. We also offer great deal sets with cases and accessories!

• Kentucky flat mandolins now available!

  

  2020/06/12

  Kentucky flat mandolins are now available! The brand was named after the hometown of Bill Monroe, known as "the father of bluegrass". Since the brand's founding in the 1970s, it has been preferred by many bluegrass musicians. You can choose from 10 models including A-style mandolins and F-style mandolins. Check out these artistic vintage style mandolins!
  
  ■Kentucky「List of Kentucky flat mandolins」

• D'Addario official direct partnership established

  

  2020/06/05

  Sound House is now an official direct partner with D'Addario, the well-known manufacturer of strings and accessories for guitars, basses and other musical instruments. D'Addario is known for introducing the industry's first automatic string winding machine, and for developing round wound strings and acoustic guitar strings using 80/20 bronze material. Over the years, the classic XL NICKEL series has become a global standard favored by guitarists and bassists around the world. In 2014, D'Addario announced the new NYXL series of electric guitar strings, which uses a new material, and in 2019 they released the XT series, which greatly improved pitch stability and string durability. Despite having been established in Italy about 400 years ago, even today, D'Addario is still a leading string manufacturer that keeps growing as a result of their constant search for innovation.
  
  ■D'Addario

• Flat mandolin beginner set now available!

  

  2020/05/26

  We have prepared a set that is recommended for those who are considering taking up the flat mandolin! The set includes a flat mandolin, hard case, strap, clip tuner, and three picks. This set is a great value that will allow you to enjoy playing the mandolin as soon as it arrives. Wouldn't you like to take up the flat mandolin, an instrument that you can easily enjoy playing?
  
  Flat mandolin beginner set
  ■PLAYTECH 「SA100 VS」
  
  In addition to the set, we also offer a wealth of related products such as the mandolins, cases, strings, picks, and straps! Please also visit the Mandolin category page.
  
  Mandolin Category

• Professional review of handmade violin kit!

  

  2020/03/06

  ■SUZUKI (Suzuki Musical Instruments) SVG544 Handmade violin kit
  ■SUZUKI Handmade Musical Instrument Kit List
  
  Violinist Nozomi Fujiwara has released a video review of the assembly and performance of the SUZUKI/SVG544. An assembly kit in the surprisingly low 9,000 yen range that also allows you to perform a full-scale performance! She plays works like Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto which require transcendental techniques. Why not try making a violin while having fun with your children? It is also recommended as a practice instrument for those who play violin in earnest!!
  
  ■ Nozomi Fujiwara's profile
  At the age of 11, she performed with domestic and foreign orchestras, including the Krakow Symphony Orchestra. She has won awards including 2nd place in the Japan Classic Music Competition and 1st place in the All Japan Student Music Competition Fukuoka. After graduating from Toho Gakuen Graduate School and studying in Amsterdam where she also gained experience playing in an orchestra, she began performing in Japan in 2014. She also teaches a violin class, judges contests and is an online instructor in the Tokyo, Nagoya and Kanazawa areas. At present, she is holding a violin class in Kanazawa, and offers online lessons between performances.
  Official page

• "High School Guitar and Mandolin Music Competition" special event being held!

  

  2020/02/03

  The "High School Guitar and Mandolin Music Competition" is a national tournament for high school students who play guitar and mandolin music in club activities. Only schools that have survived district competitions or recording contests are eligible to participate, and performances are high-level. This competition, which has been contributing to the development of guitar and mandolin music in Japan, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. To commemorate this milestone, they are currently recruiting essays to be memorialized as a special project. Why don't you write about your memories and apply?
  
  Qualification: Those who have participated in the "High School Guitar and Mandolin Music Competition" or "High School Guitar and Mandolin Festival", the old name of the competition.
  Deadline: 2020/2/29 (postmarked by the date)
  
  The application guidelines for the memorial essays
  
  2020 High School Guitar and Mandolin Music Competition
  Date：2020/7/30, 31 (Times are still undecided.)
  Venue：Izumisano Civic Hall
  
  Details of the competition