Codabow Carbon-Fiber Bows
VERMONT VIOLINS NEWSROOM – Vermont Violins is thrilled to announce the return of CodaBow to our online store catalog. As one of the original pioneers in carbon fiber bow making, CodaBow has spent decades blending advanced aerospace composite engineering with the nuanced handling demanded by fine string players.
Whether you are looking for an ultra-resilient primary bow, an unshakeable gigging tool, or a dependable backup for your case, the complete CodaBow lineup is once again available directly through our digital storefront.
Sustainable Lutherie & CITES-Compliant International Travel
As part of our ongoing sustainability mission, Vermont Violins actively seeks out tools and workshop partners that eschew endangered or threatened materials. Fine bow making has historically relied on Pernambuco (Paubrasilia echinata), a slow-growing Brazilian timber currently listed under CITES Appendix II with strict international export and transport controls.
Traveling internationally with traditional wooden bows has become increasingly complicated. Beyond Pernambuco shafts, vintage and fine master bows frequently feature frogs and slide accents made from controlled materials such as Madagascar ebony, tortoiseshell, or whalebone. Crossing borders with these materials often requires specialized CITES permits, detailed documentation, or passports for musical instruments to prevent customs seizures.
CodaBow completely bypasses these conservation hurdles:
Zero Controlled Materials: CodaBow shafts are engineered from carbon fiber matrices, and their frogs utilize proprietary composite alternatives like Xebony®—a durable blend of natural resin and organic fibers that mimics the weight, density, and tactile response of natural ebony without harming endangered forests.
Hassle-Free Touring: Because CodaBows contain no CITES-controlled woods, shells, or animal parts, touring musicians, summer festival students, and international soloists can travel freely across world borders without customs paperwork.
Built to Survive: The Resilient Performer's Tool
Beyond environmental compliance, carbon fiber offers structural resilience that organic wood simply cannot match. Wood bows are vulnerable to accidental tip snaps, warped shafts under high humidity, and loss of camber during winter dry spells.
CodaBows are virtually indestructible under regular performance conditions. They maintain their precise acoustic camber, lateral stiffness, and hair tension whether you are playing an outdoor summer wedding, traveling between air-conditioned rehearsal halls, or handing an instrument to an energetic young student.
Pedagogical Progression: From Student Foundations to the Marquise Master Line
CodaBow structures its catalog to support players at every stage of their technical development:
The Prodigy Series: Engineered specifically for beginning and intermediate students. The Prodigy features a stable, forgiving balance point that encourages a clean, focused attack and helps early players build disciplined bow tracking.
The Diamond Line (NX, SX, GX): Designed pedagogically to evolve with advancing technique.
The entry NX provides agile handling and reliable durability for advancing school orchestra members.
The SX introduces refined flexibility and nuanced acoustic feedback for intermediate players.
The flagship Diamond GX shifts the balance point toward the tip, offering conservatory-level tracking, rich overtone projection, and the nuanced spring required for advanced spiccato and sautillé strokes.
Specialized Voicing (Escent & Joule):
The Joule is engineered specifically for fiddle players, electric string performers, and extended-range cellos/violins, delivering high output and raw low-end power.
The Escent offers modern agility with high acoustic warmth for genre-crossing multi-instrumentalists.
The Marquise Master Line: Positioned at the very peak of modern bow innovation. Built as faithful copies of historic French bow masters (including Tourte and Peccatte styling), the Marquise line captures the organic elasticity, nuance, and individual voice of premier 19th-century master bows—paired with the permanence of carbon technology.
Find Your Bow Online
Our complete catalog of CodaBow violin, viola, and cello bows is available now on our online store, complete with nationwide shipping. Explore the collection today to find the perfect pairing for your instrument.
Inspired by centuries of tradition and decades of fine bow making experience, the CodaBow Marquise GS sets the benchmark for master-level violin bows. Designed by the leaders of advanced bow making, the Marquise GS delivers exquisite handling and vibrant sound once exclusive to only the finest master violin bows. Continuous unidirectional carbon fiber extends the full length to enhance sensitivity and response. A masterful blend of advanced and organic fibers yields a tonal vibrancy and resonance unlike any carbon fiber violin bow before. Responsive in the hand and vibrant to the ear, the CodaBow Marquise GS captivates more professional players than any other violin bow.
The Gold Standard for Master-Level Violin Bows
Natural Acoustic Core
A meticulously designed Natural Acoustic Core is fashioned from a blend of organic plant fibers offering a rich, natural experience. Decades of bow making have shown us that creating remarkable, sophisticated sound calls for more than just carbon fiber.
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
Natural and elegant, In-Touch™ architecture offers the first-ever unidirectional carbon fibers running continuously from button to tip on both sides of the shaft. This groundbreaking feature empowers a violin player's fingertips to discern the bow's full-length dynamics and response in an entirely new way, replicating the grain structure found on the finest Pernambuco bows.
Lifetime Technology
All high-wear components (such as the tip wedge, button bearings, and tip plate) of the Marquise GS violin bow are expertly crafted with cutting-edge composite materials for a lifetime of carefree play.
Xebony® Frog Solution
A sophisticated response to the global scarcity of endangered instrument-grade ebony, Xebony® is a distinct union of resin and natural fibers that showcases an opulent shine and authentic grain, garnering admiration from violin players and bow makers alike. Exhibiting more strength and durability than natural ebony, Xebony® helps preserve endangered resources without sacrificing quality.
A Bow for Global Travel
The GlobalBow® designation ensures that the CodaBow Marquise GS does not contain endangered, monitored, or regulated species (fauna or wildlife) and can pass worry-free through international Customs.
Drawing from centuries of tradition and decades of bow making expertise, the CodaBow Marquise GS stands as the pinnacle of master-level viola bows. Created by innovative bow making leaders, the Marquise GS delivers artful handling and expressive sound traditionally limited to only the finest master viola bows. Unidirectional carbon fiber extends continuously from button to tip for heightened response and sensitivity. A meticulous blend of advanced and organic fibers creates a tonal vibrancy and resonance unlike any carbon fiber viola bow before. Supple in the hand and lively to the ear, the CodaBow Marquise GS enchants professional viola players more than any other type of player.
The Professional Standard for Master-Level Viola Bows
Natural Acoustic Core
A meticulously designed Natural Acoustic Core is comprised of a blend of organic plant fibers delivering a rich, natural experience. With decades of experience, we have learned that creating superior, sophisticated sound requires more than carbon fiber alone.
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
Elegant and natural, In-Touch™ architecture displays a pioneering innovation: unidirectional carbon fibers that flow continuously from the button to tip on both sides of the shaft. This breakthrough technology empowers a viola player's fingertips to discern the bow's full-length dynamics and response in an entirely new way, emulating the grain structure of the finest Pernambuco bows.
Designed for a Lifetime
All high-wear components (such as the tip wedge, button bearings, and tip plate) of the Marquise GS viola bow are precision-made using advanced composite materials to ensure a lifetime of worry-free play.
Xebony® Frog Solution
An elegant solution to the world's endangered supply of instrument-grade ebony, Xebony® is a proprietary blend of natural fibers and resin that showcases a natural grain and luxurious gleam, impressing viola players and bow makers alike. More resilient and reliant than natural ebony, Xebony® gives you the confidence to play while protecting an endangered resource.
Global Bow Design
The CodaBow Marquise GS is a GlobalBow® designated viola bow, which ensures it does not contain regulated, endangered, or monitored species (fauna or wildlife) and can pass through international Customs without a problem.
Built upon centuries of tradition and refined by decades of bow making experience, the CodaBow Marquise GS is the gold standard of master-level cello bows. Crafted by leaders in the bow making industry, the Marquise GS delivers flawless handling and poignant sound once reserved only for the finest master cello bows. Unidirectional carbon fiber runs seamlessly from tip to button, elevating both response and sensitivity. Expertly blended advanced and organic fibers offer a tonal vibrancy and resonance unlike any carbon fiber cello bow before. Graceful in the hand and lively to the ear, the CodaBow Marquise GS appeals to professional cello players more than any other instrumentalist.
Best-in-Class Cello Bow for Master Level Players
Natural Acoustic Core
A carefully designed Natural Acoustic Core features a blend of organic plant fibers, resulting in a profound, pure experience. Decades of experience has taught us that producing superior, complex sound demands more than just carbon fiber.
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
Natural and elegant, In-Touch™ architecture provides unprecedented unidirectional carbon fibers that continuously span both sides of the shaft, from button to tip. This revolutionary advancement empowers a cello player's fingertips to discern the bow's full-length dynamics and response in an entirely new way, mirroring the natural grain of the most esteemed Pernambuco bows.
Built to Last a Lifetime
All wear-intensive components (including the button bearings, tip plate, and tip wedge) of the Marquise GS cello bow are skillfully engineered using industry-leading composite materials to provide a lifetime of confident play.
Xebony® Frog Solution
An elegant approach to addressing the scarcity of instrument-quality ebony worldwide, Xebony® is a unique combination of natural fibers and resin that showcases an opulent shine and authentic grain, capturing the attention of both cello players and bow makers. Stronger and more durable than natural ebony, Xebony® offers peace of mind while preserving endangered resources.
*This article was released by Vermont Violins on October 01, 2026. For media inquiries, product information access, or scheduling availability regarding our imported instrument collections, contact us directly at info@vermontviolins.com* or text us at 802 648 6371