Instrument accessories

Discover the importance of using a music stand for musicians.

Explore string theory: the science behind violin sound production with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

Surprisingly, it's not a wardrobe choice, but a collection of items that are essential for playing the violin.

Learn why using a music stand improves posture, comfort, and performance for violinists and other musicians.

Finding the right rosin for your violin, viola, cello, or upright double bass can be confusing.

Discover the top-rated strings for professionals, including Thomastik-Infeld, Pirastro, and more.

Explore everything a bass player needs with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

Every musician needs a durable cello case that will effectively protect their string instrument.

Explore top cello case brands with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

Explore the impact of technology on violin playing with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

If you’re a violinist, and you find that your E string keeps breaking, you're not alone.

If you’ve ever bought violin strings online, you’ve probably come across a few sets of fake violin strings.

If you have questions about which gift to choose, don't hesitate to ask!

These two facets render a shoulder rest a must have necessity and a smart investment.

Explore fingerboard tape placement tips with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

Explore digital vs. printed sheet music with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

We’ve compiled everything you need into one convenient list – all easily accessible from our website.

Compared to wooden options, carbon fiber bows are lighter and stiffer which produces better resonance.

Every musician should invest in a metronome, whether it’s a classic wooden pyramid or a sleek smart watch.

Let’s take a look at the breakdown of what you need to get the best sound from your electric violin.

Warm strings create a rich tone or “dark” sound and can balance out shrill or “bright” sounding violins.

Explore great gift ideas for violinists with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

Explore how much does a double bass weigh? with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

There are plenty of answers to the question how long do violin strings last.

Explore electric violins: preamps with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

Explore rosin for upright bass with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

Choosing the best violin strings for a beginner will take some time and experimentation.

Explore how to buy violin strings online with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

Why gaze at boring old metronomes, when you can make practice fun with animal metronomes?

The history of violin strings is perhaps different than you might expect.

Explore does violin rosin go bad? with practical advice from Johnson String Instrument.

We'll provide a list of the best gifts for violinists, and you can pick something that fits in your price range.

Shoulder rests also provide comfort from pressure point pain where the instrument presses against the body.

We carry a variety of high-quality violin pegs in beautiful styles to match your instrument and fit your price range.

A comprehensive 6-part guide to selecting the right strings.

Violin and cello bows are strung using the tail hairs of a horse.