Enhance Your Tone with the Right Rosin for Your Violin, Viola, Cello, or Bass
Rosin helps the bowhair grip the strings, and make them speak or vibrate clearly. Rosin is inexpensive, but with so many options making the right choice can greatly affect your playing agility and tone. Every rosin maker has their own, carefully hidden, formula. Some rosins emphasize smooth engagement of the string. Some offer more powerful response. Finding the right one that matches your playing style is important.
We can help advise on the qualities of the different rosin options.
GRADE
Student-grade - Cheaper, often has a grittier sound, produces more powder.
Professional-grade - Created from pure resin, generally produces a smoother, more controlled tone.
TYPE
Light Rosin - Harder and denser, not as sticky, preferable for faster, active bowing, and warmer climates, a good fit for violin and viola.
Dark Rosin - Softer, Better suited to cool, dry climates, and supports strong attack and engagement with the strings.
FORMULATION
Rosin’s range in degree of suppleness (softness) to heighten bow response. Larger instruments need softer rosin as do people looking for stronger tone-response. Colder climates also benefit from softer rosin formulations.
Harder rosins enhance bow agility, quick engagement with the string. Every manufacturer finds ways to balance the benefits of soft and hard into their specific formulations. To prevent rosin buildup from damaging your instrument, keep a soft cloth in your instrument case and thoroughly clean your strings, your instrument, and the stick of your bow after each time you play.
TI ROSIN: The new THOMASTIK-INFELD rosin for violin including BOOSTER
THOMASTIK'S NEW ROSIN FOR PROFESSIONALS
The universal rosin for all climatic conditions
The rosin supports focus, bow response and brilliance, helps to improve the resonance of the strings and facilitates clear articulation. It provides a secure hold, but at the same time a balance of grip and suppleness - helping to activate the core of the sound.
Rosin also improves the projection of warmth and color - all the way to the back row of the concert hall. The rosin has been developed to work in a wide range of climatic conditions. It is supplied with a silicone cap for protection.
2-component rosin: with sound booster
TI rosin for violin consists of 2 components. Both can be combined individually as required.
Violin Rosin: for better brilliance and sound projection.
Warm Booster: additional warmth in the sound and stronger grip when playing.
TI ROSIN: The new THOMASTIK-INFELD rosin for viola.
THOMASTIK'S NEW ROSIN FOR PROFESSIONALS
The universal rosin for all climatic conditions
The rosin supports focus, bow response and brilliance, helps to improve the resonance of the strings and facilitates clear articulation. It provides a secure hold, but at the same time a balance of grip and suppleness - helping to activate the core of the sound.
Rosin also improves the projection of warmth and color - all the way to the back row of the concert hall. The rosin has been developed to work in a wide range of climatic conditions. It is supplied with a silicone cap for protection.
Viola Rosin: for better brilliance and sound projection.
TI ROSIN: The new THOMASTIK-INFELD rosin for cello
THOMASTIK'S NEW ROSIN FOR PROFESSIONALS
The universal rosin for all climatic conditions
The rosin supports focus, bow response and brilliance, helps to improve the resonance of the strings and facilitates clear articulation. It provides a secure hold, but at the same time a balance of grip and suppleness - helping to activate the core of the sound.
Rosin also improves the projection of warmth and color - all the way to the back row of the concert hall. The rosin has been developed to work in a wide range of climatic conditions. It is supplied with a silicone cap for protection.
Cello Rosin: for better brilliance and sound projection.
Specially formulated for gut strings, the gentle but clean attack and smoother traction allows the string to resonate freely with maximum clarity. Baroque rosin makes a bright, clear sound with a feeling that the bow is quicker on the string and makes it easier to play fast with more clarity. The smoother traction allows the string to be played with more intensity without distortion and also reduce the ‘squeak’ often encountered with using modern rosins on gut.
Leatherwood Rosin's baroque instrument blends are:
Baroque Violin: Violin with gut strings, treble and small Viols
Baroque Viola : Viola with gut strings, Tenor Viol and Viola d'Amore
Baroque cello: Cello with gut strings, Bass viola
Your baroque recipe will generally last 2-5 years with intensive use.
Specially formulated for gut strings, the gentle but clean attack and smoother traction allows the string to resonate freely with maximum clarity. Baroque rosin makes a bright, clear sound with a feeling that the bow is quicker on the string and makes it easier to play fast with more clarity. The smoother traction allows the string to be played with more intensity without distortion and also reduce the ‘squeak’ often encountered with using modern rosins on gut.
Leatherwood Rosin's baroque instrument blends are:
Baroque Violin: Violin with gut strings, treble and small Viols
Baroque Viola : Viola with gut strings, Tenor Viol and Viola d'Amore
Baroque cello: Cello with gut strings, Bass viola
Your baroque recipe will generally last 2-5 years with intensive use.
The Leatherwood Bespoke different rosin blends offer you a precise way to enhance the sound of your instrument. By choosing the Supple or Crisp recipes, or even a Bespoke blend, you can optimise the brightness, clarity, warmth and richness of your sound, and vary the strength of initial attack on the string.
Your bespoke rosin will generally last 2-5 years with intensive use.
Currently available in Leather Wrap packaging. Eco and vegan packaging is available upon request...Please Text Us: +1 802 648 6371 or Call 802 862 0349.
The Leatherwood Bespoke different rosin blends offer you a precise way to enhance the sound of your instrument. By choosing the Supple or Crisp recipes, or even a Bespoke blend, you can optimise the brightness, clarity, warmth and richness of your sound, and vary the strength of initial attack on the string.
Your bespoke rosin will generally last 2-5 years with intensive use.
Currently available in Leather Wrap packaging. Eco and vegan packaging is available upon request...Please Text Us: +1 802 648 6371 or Call 802 862 0349.
The Leatherwood Bespoke different rosin blends offer you a precise way to enhance the sound of your instrument. By choosing the Supple or Crisp recipes, or even a Bespoke blend, you can optimise the brightness, clarity, warmth and richness of your sound, and vary the strength of initial attack on the string.
Your bespoke rosin will generally last 2-5 years with intensive use.
Currently available in Leather Wrap packaging. Eco and vegan packaging is available upon request...Please Text Us: +1 802 648 6371 or Call 802 862 0349.
Specially formulated for gut strings, the gentle but clean attack and smoother traction allows the string to resonate freely with maximum clarity. Baroque rosin makes a bright, clear sound with a feeling that the bow is quicker on the string and makes it easier to play fast with more clarity. The smoother traction allows the string to be played with more intensity without distortion and also reduce the ‘squeak’ often encountered with using modern rosins on gut.
Leatherwood Rosin's baroque instrument blends are:
Baroque Violin: Violin with gut strings, treble and small Viols
Baroque Viola : Viola with gut strings, Tenor Viol and Viola d'Amore
Baroque cello: Cello with gut strings, Bass viol
Viola da Gamba: especially formulated for this instrument
G-Violone: especially formulated for this instrument
Your baroque recipe will generally last 2-5 years with intensive use.
Their custom rosin recipe for Folk, Fiddle and Bluegrass styles offers a smooth and slightly velvety texture across the string that enhances the colour of melodic playing. There is a clean bite to the string which assists clarity in percussive techniques and ornamentation. The surface noise in this rosin has been decreased to perform well under amplification.
"As I began performing regularly with the O’Connor Band, we found ourselves in about every performance environment and climate possible. It became obvious that I needed to upgrade my old cake of rosin. I was introduced to the beautiful Leatherwood Bespoke rosin and immediately fell in love with the sound I was able to produce and the reliability that it gave me wherever I played my violin.” - Mark O'Connor
Concerto is your luxurious, super-premium rosin for intense soloistic playing. Designed for the soloist, power, focus and projection are prominent with minimal dust and sound deterioration.
After years of rosin recipe refinement for string players all over the world, the Leatherwood Bespoke Rosin team have worked to create the ultimate rosin recipe for the Concerto Soloist and International Competition Performer.
When performing in these settings, there are even more demands on the rosin such as projecting the sound to all corners of the concert hall, conveying warmth of sound up close and far away, and the ability of the rosin to endure a long performance with minimal deterioration to the sound quality right through to the last note!
The result is a rosin that offers a very powerful and clear attack on the string, with the string vibrating at it’s maximum capability from the very beginning of the bow movement. This rosin improves sound endurance, overall projection, power, with a warm undertone.
This rosin is created for:
- Concerto repertoire - late classical period and beyond
- Performance in large concert halls and large scale concerts
- Performance in International Competitions and Auditions
- Strong projection of clarity, warmth, and nuance of tone colour
- Reducing sound deterioration through rosin build up
Their rosin makers have spent years refining sound and response characteristics through our Bespoke Range, string players have been able to adjust the Attack, Clarity, Traction, Texture to suit their playing.
To create Concerto, they searched, experimented, examined, and found new and unique combination of resins and waxes. They have worked to maximise the sound potential of this rosin with their partners in Japan, including renowned soloists Mayu Kishima (laureate Isaac Stern,Cologne, Queen Elizabeth, Wieniawski Competitions) and Minami Yoshida (laureate of Joachim, Sibelius and Montréal Competitions).
FAQ: How is CONCERTO different to Leatherwood's other rosins:
Concerto rosin deserves no less than the most luxurious materials, craftsmanship and presentation. Having developed this recipe with a team of Japanese soloists, we have been inspired to weave artistic Japanese styles into the presentation of this rosin, including the burnt timber technique of Yakisugi, or Shou Sugi Ban.
Leather: Deep Charcoal Premium Australian Leather
Wood: Yakisugi - Australian Cypress Pine
Rosin: Concerto - Soloistic Intensity
Leatherwood Bespoke Rosin is grateful to the support and input from our Japanese Partner Hiroaki Yura, who collaborated with us to produce this rosin.
Magic Rosin® is a premium quality, professional-grade rosin that provides excellent grip and delivers a clear, complex tone. It is used by string players of all ages and ability, from soloists to students.
Simply Unique
Our special recipe uses only premium, purified pine resins. We avoid additives like oils, waxes, dyes, or metal fillings that are commonly used by rosin manufacturers.
Clearly Superior
Our production process yields rosin with a clear, glass-like appearance. We place designs underneath that transform each piece into a beautiful music-making tool with personality!
Customized for You
Magic Rosin is available in dozens of original designs or it can be customized with photos, logos, or artwork of your own. Players can choose from two formulas — 3G or Ultra:
3G is a grippy rosin designed for violin and viola
Ultra is grippier than 3G. We recommend it for cellists, bassists, or any advanced string player seeking more grip and “pop”
If you're unsure which formula to try, we suggest starting with 3G – string players tell us that it has more grip than most “light” (and even some “dark”) rosins that are widely used.
Less is More!
Because Magic Rosin has such excellent grip, you don’t need to use very much – 2-3 swipes across the entire bow is enough for most players. It also adheres to bow hair longer than most rosin — many players find they do not need to re-apply every time they practice.
Specifically developed to match perfectly with the seductive and inspiring sound of our Evah Prazzi Gold sets, the Evah Pirazzi Gold rosin brings forth the full sound spectrum, powerful projection, and excellent bow response of these strings.
Quality rosin with gold chips for extra smooth grip. For use with all types of string.
Superior rosin that grips well without grittiness
Pirastro rosin is being developed and produced in Germany with over 200 years experience. Pirastro cello rosin is specially formulated for use with cellos.
Pirastro Cellisto Cello Rosin is made from a specific recipe of natural resins and other select components. It is slightly softer and stickier than Pirastro's "Cello" rosin. Cellisto rosin is mounted to a cloth with a convenient plastic holder and packaged in a small cardboard box. Made in Germany.
A popular rosin with students and professionals alike, extremely soft Pops rosin provides exceptional grip for both solo and orchestral performance. Pops rosin comes in a plastic container with snap-top lid. Made in USA.
ade in France. Jade rosin produces a smooth yet firm grip. From symphony musicians to concert artists, Jade rosin has been met with enthusiastic acclaim.
JADE rosin is made by a venerable French manufacturer, steeped in formulating professional quality rosin for well over a century. JADE rosin is a new, refined formulation, with remarkable qualities of dust-free adhesion. Avoiding metallic residues, which do not contribute to adhesion and may indeed scratch fine varnishes, JADE rosin incorporates highly refined resins to produce a smooth yet firm grip. From symphony musicians to concert artists, JADE rosin has received enthusiastic acclaim. Each rosin is mounted on a protective velvet cloth wrap and comes with its own attractive lidded container with gold and slate graphics.
Hill Brand Dark Rosin, considered by many as the ultimate rosin, is used by professionals worldwide. Hill rosins are wrapped in their own padded velveteen shell. This is the rosin that others strive to emulate. Well suited for violin, viola and cello. This dark (green) rosin is slightly softer than the light (amber) and grips abit more. This is genuine Hill Dark Rosin, not an imitation!
This is the genuine Carlsson Swedish Bass rosin known for its fine quality by jazz and classical players around the world. As always only available in one medium grade, foil wrapped with the Carlsson seal on the bottom, packaged in a blue cup with attached hinged lid. Our most popular bass rosin.
Hidersine 6V Violin Rosin - designed specifically for use with Steel Strings and made to an original recipe using a unique blend of waxes and resins.
Black, Large rosin cake on traditional cloth.
Approx 34gram
Presented in a protective, easy-open box.
Prior to the development of Kolstein’s Formulation Supreme Rosin, rosin was generically made for all instruments with players being forced to use rosins which were not formulated with the individual instrument’s requirements. For that matter, the violin, viola, and cello players were using identical kegs of rosin.
Kolstein’s Formulation Supreme Rosin has corrected this problem so that each string player has the option of having not only their own specifically formulated rosin, but in the case of the cellist, both a normal and slightly tackier medium grade. For the bassist, there is an option of Hard, All-Weather or Soft Grade to accommodate personal preferences. Through much tedious research and experimentation, as a result Kolstein Music has produced the Kolstein Rosins specifically formulated for each instrument and each individual player’s needs.
Whether you need Violin rosin, Viola rosin, Cello rosin or Bass rosin, Kolstein’s has a rosin developed specifically for your needs.
Andrea Rosin was first introduced in 2002 as Tartini Rosin. It has now changed its name again to Cecilia Rosin.
Tartini Rosin was quickly recognized as distinct among rosins by world-renowned string players and string lovers, leading to great demand and worldwide distribution.
In September 2005, Andrea Bang introduced an upgraded version called "Andrea", which was designed to provide even more sensitive and sophisticated sound enhancement than "Tartini."
In 2009, Cremona in America re-introduced Andrea rosin with improved performance, and a new look. Andrea Rosin is now available for violin, viola or cello in three styles.
Melos Dark Violin Rosin is one of the world's finest. It doesn't contain chemicals of any kind or fillers like glucose or sugars. Each rosin type is especially designed for that specific instrument and season, softer dark for winter and harder light for summer. Because it is made when we place the order it is always fresh and is 100% handmade. High quality Melos rosin, made of Greek pine-tree colophony, is produced by Sykiotis in Greece.
Melos Light Violin Rosin is one of the world's finest. It doesn't contain chemicals of any kind or fillers like glucose or sugars. Each rosin type is especially designed for that specific instrument and season, softer dark for winter and harder light for summer. Because it is made when we place the order it is always fresh and is 100% handmade. High quality Melos rosin, made of Greek pine-tree colophony, is produced by Sykiotis in Greece.
Melos Dark Viola Rosin is one of the world's finest. It doesn't contain chemicals of any kind or fillers like glucose or sugars. Each rosin type is especially designed for that specific instrument and season, softer dark for winter and harder light for summer. Because it is made when we place the order it is always fresh and is 100% handmade. High quality Melos rosin, made of Greek pine-tree colophony, is produced by Sykiotis in Greece.
Melos Light Violin Rosin is one of the world's finest. It doesn't contain chemicals of any kind or fillers like glucose or sugars. Each rosin type is especially designed for that specific instrument and season, softer dark for winter and harder light for summer. Because it is made when we place the order it is always fresh and is 100% handmade. High quality Melos rosin, made of Greek pine-tree colophony, is produced by Sykiotis in Greece.
Melos Dark Cello Rosin is one of the world's finest. It doesn't contain chemicals of any kind or fillers like glucose or sugars. Each rosin type is especially designed for that specific instrument and season, softer dark for winter and harder light for summer. Because it is made when we place the order it is always fresh and is 100% handmade. High quality Melos rosin, made of Greek pine-tree colophony, is produced by Sykiotis in Greece.
Melos Light Cello Rosin is one of the world's finest. It doesn't contain chemicals of any kind or fillers like glucose or sugars. Each rosin type is especially designed for that specific instrument and season, softer dark for winter and harder light for summer. Because it is made when we place the order it is always fresh and is 100% handmade. High quality Melos rosin, made of Greek pine-tree colophony, is produced by Sykiotis in Greece.
Andrea Rosin was first introduced in 2002 as Tartini Rosin. It has now changed its name again to Cecilia Rosin
Tartini Rosin was quickly recognized as distinct among rosins by world-renowned string players and string lovers, leading to great demand and worldwide distribution.
In September 2005, Andrea Bang introduced an upgraded version called "Andrea", which was designed to provide even more sensitive and sophisticated sound enhancement than "Tartini."
In 2009, Cremona in America re-introduced Andrea rosin with improved performance, and a new look. Andrea Rosin is now available for violin, viola or cello in three styles.
Andrea Rosin was first introduced in 2002 as Tartini Rosin. It has now changed its name again to Cecilia Rosin
Tartini Rosin was quickly recognized as distinct among rosins by world-renowned string players and string lovers, leading to great demand and worldwide distribution.
In September 2005, Andrea Bang introduced an upgraded version called "Andrea", which was designed to provide even more sensitive and sophisticated sound enhancement than "Tartini."
In 2009, Cremona in America re-introduced Andrea rosin with improved performance, and a new look. Andrea Rosin is now available for violin, viola or cello in three styles.
Andrea Rosin was first introduced in 2002 as Tartini Rosin. It has now changed its name again to Cecilia Rosin
Tartini Rosin was quickly recognized as distinct among rosins by world-renowned string players and string lovers, leading to great demand and worldwide distribution.
In September 2005, Andrea Bang introduced an upgraded version called "Andrea", which was designed to provide even more sensitive and sophisticated sound enhancement than "Tartini."
In 2009, Cremona in America re-introduced Andrea rosin with improved performance, and a new look. Andrea Rosin is now available for violin, viola or cello in three styles.
Andrea Rosin was first introduced in 2002 as Tartini Rosin. It has now changed its name again to Cecilia Rosin. The A Piacere rosin is an excellent replacement for the now discontinued Orchestra rosin.
Tartini Rosin was quickly recognized as distinct among rosins by world-renowned string players and string lovers, leading to great demand and worldwide distribution.
In September 2005, Andrea Bang introduced an upgraded version called "Andrea", which was designed to provide even more sensitive and sophisticated sound enhancement than "Tartini."
In 2009, Cremona in America re-introduced Andrea rosin with improved performance, and a new look. Andrea Rosin is now available for violin, viola or cello in three styles.
French, medium amber professional rosin suited for violin or viola. Mid-grade for hardness, applies consistently and smoothly for even responses.
William Salchow began making rosin in his shop nearly 50 years ago. Not much has changed in the making of our rosin since then; the recipe remains the same but the reputation has grown.
A classic amber rosin suitable for all bowed instruments: violin, viola and cello. Great for northern climates.
Sherman's Rosin stands out as a cost-effective and widely favored option, ideal for both violin and viola players. Presented in a user-friendly 2-inch wooden holder with a cover, this high-caliber rosin boasts a light color and exceptional traction. Its firm texture is particularly well-suited for hot and humid climates. If you're on the lookout for rosin that delivers outstanding performance without breaking the bank, Sherman's rosin is the perfect choice. Discover the perfect balance of quality and affordability with Sherman's rosin for your string instrument needs.
Quality ingredients, exacting formulation, and over 100 years of tradition have earned Millant-Deroux worldwide popularity. The Original "Cat Brand" formula is preferred for its clean, subtle sound. This light rosin is mounted to a cloth and packaged in a plastic container. For violin, viola and cello.
Sherman's rosin emerges as a budget-friendly and widely acclaimed option, catering to both violin and viola enthusiasts. Packaged in a convenient 2-inch wooden holder with a cover, this top-notch rosin features a rich, dark color and a pliable texture for enhanced grip. Tailored for optimal performance in cooler, drier climates, Sherman's rosin is the go-to choice for those seeking exceptional quality without compromising on affordability. Elevate your string instrument experience with Sherman's rosin – a perfect blend of performance and cost-effectiveness.
Created by Larsen Strings, this rosin is designed to create a refined and delicate friction.
For Violin, Viola and Cello: the blend of choice raw materials have been specifically developed to match the requirements of the individual instrument to optimize adhesion, whilst minimizing unnecessary noise, creating a seamless blend between bow and strings.
Only the finest ingredients are used to create this French-made rosin. Suitable for all instruments (violin, viola, cello), this rosin applies evenly with minimum "stick"---the bow moves fluidly across the strings creating a clean, pure tone suitable for all players.