JVC Strad FIVE Violin Outfit - 5-String

Introducing the JVC Strad FIVE Violin by Johns Violin Company — a thoughtfully designed 5-string instrument that bridges the worlds of violin and viola. Perfect for versatile string teachers and advancing students alike, this instrument offers the ultimate flexibility in tone and teaching potential.

Built upon the legacy of our Stradivari line, the Strad FIVE is hand carved from solid, aged tonewoods and finished with a rich antiqued varnish, giving it both visual elegance and sonic depth. With its extended range (C-G-D-A-E), this violin allows teachers to demonstrate both violin and viola parts seamlessly on a single instrument — making it ideal for multi-instrumental instruction or performance.

Equipped with high-quality D’Addario strings specially chosen for clarity and responsiveness across all five strings, the Strad FIVE delivers outstanding projection and tonal balance. From the bright brilliance of the E string to the warm resonance of the low C, this violin provides a full tonal palette for expressive playing.

The included wooden bow is crafted for balanced handling and sensitivity, ideal for navigating the additional string with precision and control. Paired with D’Addario Dark Rosin, the bow maintains a smooth yet firm grip on the strings, enhancing clarity and articulation.

All ebony fittings — pegs, fingerboard, and endpin — offer both durability and refined style. Each detail is chosen to ensure longevity, aesthetic appeal, and functionality, even with daily use in teaching environments.

Your Strad FIVE comes in a Protec case, known for its robust construction, reliable protection, and intelligent storage design. Whether transporting between classrooms or performances, your instrument remains safe and secure.

Each JVC Strad FIVE is professionally set up by our experienced luthiers, who make precise adjustments to ensure optimal string height, bridge placement, and tonal response. The result is an instrument that feels immediately playable and sonically rich right out of the case.

Whether you’re demonstrating viola passages to a violinist or teaching a mixed ensemble, the JVC Strad FIVE Violin is the perfect solution for teachers who demand versatility without compromising sound or craftsmanship.

Experience the freedom to teach and perform both voices with one instrument — and elevate your teaching toolkit with the JVC Strad FIVE Violin by Johns Violin Company.