Stentor vs Forenza - Student Violin Comparison | Normans Blog

Student Violins – Stentor Vs. Forenza

• With both brands being extremely popular among students, we are often asked why there is a price difference between Stentor and Forenza violins and what sets them apart.
• In a nutshell, both brands make high quality student specification violins. The difference in price comes from one company being a well-established brand with some manufacturing differences and the other a relative newcomer trying to establish itself in the market.
• Stentor are the market leaders in the manufacture of student string instruments. They are a British company established in 1895 and with a wholly owned factory in China.
• They are well known for their good tone and consistent quality. They have 3 levels of student violin, the Stentor Standard, Stentor I and Stentor II.
• Whilst the Standard model is acceptable to start on, most teachers would recommend the Stentor I as a minimum.
• The Forenza Prima 2 Violin (available in different sizes), has also got a fantastic specification, however, they have a more budget-friendly price. They are supplied complete with a case and bow and are becoming increasingly popular within education circles.

Comparison of Stentor I / II and Forenza Violin Outfits