Yamaha - YEV105 Natural 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; solid-body construction eliminates feedback issues; Yamaha's proprietary pickup system captures nuanced bow articulation; compact design reduces stage footprint without compromising sonic projection.
Requires amplification setup and appropriate cables. Players transitioning from acoustic violin may need adjustment period for string spacing. Compatible with standard violin cases; consider dedicated gig bag for electric-specific protection.
A purpose-built electric violin that prioritizes live playability and sonic clarity. The five-string option justifies the investment for players seeking expanded harmonic range and modern performance reliability.
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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 global leader in musical instrument manufacturing, with over a century of expertise spanning strings, winds, percussion, and keyboards. The company has built its reputation on combining traditional craftsmanship with innovative technology, consistently delivering instruments that meet the demands of both professional performers and developing musicians.
Known for rigorous quality control and thoughtful design, Yamaha's stringed instruments—particularly their electric violins—reflect a commitment to expanding the sonic possibilities of classical instruments while maintaining acoustic integrity and playability. The brand's approach emphasizes reliability and tonal depth, making Yamaha instruments trusted choices across concert halls, studios, and live venues worldwide.
