Yamaha - YEV105 Black 5 String Electric Violin
A next-generation electric violin that combines innovative beauty with solid live-performance features and potential. (5 strings)
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Five-string configuration expands lower register; piezo pickup system with Yamaha's refined electronics; solid spruce top and maple body construction; direct USB output capability; designed with both traditional and contemporary repertoire in mind.
Requires compatible amplifier or audio interface; piezo pickups benefit from dedicated preamps; standard 4/4 sizing; cable and stand recommended as initial purchases; bow technique translates from acoustic violin with minimal adjustment period.
A capable five-string electric violin that balances acoustic sensibility with modern performance practicality. The fifth string and solid build justify consideration for players serious about expanding their sonic palette beyond traditional acoustic contexts.
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YEV105 Electric Violin
A next-generation electric violin that combines innovative beauty with solid live-performance features and potential. (5 strings)
Advanced Yamaha wood processing technology has resulted in the development and production of a next-generation electric violin that combines innovative beauty with solid live-performance features and potential. It is an excellent choice for music lovers who are looking for an instrument that will allow them to explore and enjoy genres beyond the classics.
Elegant design for impressive on-stage presence
Möbius strip like design provides continuity between front and back.Three-dimensional form designed to appeal to the audience when performing live.
Easy switchover from traditional acoustic violin
The same shape as acoustic violins accepts standard shoulder/chin rests and tailpiece
Organic form enhances the feel and qualities of the woods used
Finished to enhance the natural beauty of the materials used (NT model).
Body
Carefully selected maple with mahogany and spruce in a 5-layer construction results in excellent response and natural overall sound.
* The black model has the same construction, but the layers cannot be seen.
Frame
A 5-layer oil-finished walnut frame offers an ideal blend of flexibility and strength in a design that is not only striking, but also contributes to natural musical resonance.
Pickup
The same type of high-output passive bridge pickup that is a highly regarded feature of the SV250 is used. While effectively picking up the sound of the entire instrument, it also captures the instrument’s response and expressive bowing nuances employed by the player.
Selector Switch
Selects direct output of the pickup signal, or output via the instrument’s volume control. Direct output delivers the instrument’s full sonic potential, with rich lows and punchy impact.
Size/Weight |
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| Dimensions | Length: 607mm (23-7/8") |
| Width: 204mm (8-1/16") | |
| Height: 120mm (4-3/4") | |
| Weight: approx. 590 g | |
Body |
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| Size | 4/4 |
| Body | Spruce/Mahogany/Maple |
| Side/Frame | Walnut |
| Neck | Maple |
| Finger Board | Composite |
Parts |
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| Bridge | Maple with built-in Piezo-electric Pickup |
| Tuning Pegs | Ebony |
| Tailpiece | Synthetic Resin (equipped with fine tuners) |
| Chin Rest | Composite |
| Strings | D’Addario Zyex (D’Addario Helicore on C-string) |
Architecture Detail |
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| Pick Up System | Bridge w/ Built-in Piezo-electric Pickup |
Functions |
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| Controls | Volume Control, Selector Switch (Volume Control activation switch) |
Storage and Connectivity |
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| Output | Passive Output (Φ6.3 Standard Monaural) |
Design |
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| Logo | Pad Printing Tuning Fork Mark |
| Color | Natural / Black |
Yamaha is a Japanese multinational corporation with over a century of experience manufacturing musical instruments, audio equipment, and pro audio systems. Known for precision engineering and innovation, Yamaha has established itself as a trusted name across all skill levels, from student instruments to professional-grade equipment.
The company is recognized for blending traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, particularly in stringed instruments and electric variants. Yamaha's commitment to quality construction and reliable performance has made the brand a standard choice for musicians seeking dependable instruments that deliver consistent results in both studio and live settings.
