chin rest

Jaw's instrument cradle

A chin rest is a small curved support attached to the body of a violin or viola, positioned where the player's chin and jaw make contact with the instrument.

It provides stability and comfort during playing, allowing the left hand freedom to move along the fingerboard: She adjusted the chin rest to better fit her jawline.

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Padded instrument support

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Padded instrument support

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