The Bottom Line: This rosin positively affects the sound that comes out of the violin. I recommend this product to anyone who cares about improving the sound quality of their instrument.
grasster's Full Review: Jade Violin/ Viola/ Cello Rosin
How to use: Apply liberally to entire bow hair in an even stroke
Important Qualities This rosin is light and powdery so it goes across each hair evenly. This is important for the sound of the violin. With other brands of rosin, you have to scratch the top off so that the rosin breaks up and can be placed on the bow. This affects the sound tone because it is not as smooth. However, with Jade Rosin, you don't have to break the top because it is so fine so it just spreads across the bow.
Typically, the darker the rosin the better; and, if you can't see through the rosin, it is a good indication that it is better quality. Jade rosin is a darker color and it is not transparent. It is also recommended by many musicians. This rosin, however, works best in certain types of climates. For dryer climates, this kind works best. So, if you live in a desert like region, this rosin is the product for you.
My Experience My experience with this rosin has always been good. There is another brand of rosin that I used for awhile called Art Rosin. This rosin is also dark in color and you can't see through it. But, it isn't very sticky, so you have to apply it much more often than you do with Jade Rosin. Because of this, it runs out much faster. With Jade Rosin, you don't have to apply it as often so it lasts much longer, and you get more for your money.
In stores, Jade Rosin costs anywhere between $20-$30.00, and Art Rosin goes from about $15-$20.00. However, online you can buy it much cheaper, even as cheap as $10.00. So, if you buy the Jade Rosin, you get longer lasting rosin and it makes the violin sound a lot better. So, why not just go with Jade? Just pay a little bit extra for a lot better quality.
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