Epoch Musical Instruments

Violins - VE5 Electric

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With the advantages of Epoch technology and the extended range possible with the addition of a low C, this is the best sounding and most rugged, economy acoustic/electric 5-string violin currently available.
The VE5 is ideal for players who have off-board preamps and want an uncomplicated instrument that not only works and plays well but sounds great, acoustically or electrically.

Characteristics:
1. Electric and acoustic
2. Unique high output pickup
3. Excellent feedback rejection
4. Easy, low cost maintenance
5. Ultra robust, modern construction
6. Unaffected by heat and humidity
7. Stable tuning in all conditions
8. Professional strings
9. Australian designed and manufactured
10. Limited Lifetime Warranty

Technical details:
Overall length: 586 mm
String (Scale) length: 330 mm
Overall depth (incl bridge): 90 mm
Upper bout: 168 mm
Lower bout: 205 mm
Typical Weight: 680g
Available in 2 neck widths - wide and narrow (N to order)

	VE5W	VE5N
Nut Width	28mm	23mm
String Spacing - Nut	6.25mm	5mm
Bridge	10.5mm	10.5mm

Construction:
Materials: All wood neck and body.
Finishes: Epoch Instruments use the latest hi-tech, durable 2-pack finish. The VE violin has a full gloss finish with a ‘traditional’ burst style matching neck.

Colours:
Traditional
Metallic finish: Blue, Green, Violet, Red, Pink, Black
Pearl: White, Yellow

Electronics:
This is a passive instrument with our unique piezo based pickup embedded in the treble soundpost.
The output jack is practically and conveniently located on the side of the instrument (lower left bout).
Output/sensitivity: 1 meg ohm