FAQs

Will this accessory damage the finish on my bow?

The bow accessories are safe for all bow finishes.

Will this bow accessory fit my bow?

Things 4 Strings™ accessories are made of molded silicone rubber which has the capability of easily stretching to accommodate varying diameters of bow sticks and wrappings, from fractionally sized bows to full sized bows.

How long should I use this bow accessory?

Bow hold learning time varies quite a bit from player to player. Each accessory may be removed and re-attached as necessary. Because these accessories have been designed to not preclude the natural points of contact between the fingers and the bow, continued use, even after no longer needed, will not impede further development of the players' bow hand technique.

I am allergic to latex rubber. Will this be a problem?

No. The silicone rubber your accessory is made from contains no latex.

Will my bow with the Bow Hold Buddies™ bow accessory installed still fit in my instrument case?

Regarding the Bow Hold Buddies™ accessory:

There are many makes and styles of cases, and just about all them can accommodate an accessorized bow. However, sometimes you have to be a bit creative.
If the case has a choice of two storage racks, the rack that will NOT close opposite to the chin rest will usually work.
Always close with extra care the first time, to make sure there is room.
If there is not quite enough room, or, if accessory interferes with the bow clip/spinner, then simply abandon the rack system.
Just lay the bow on the belly of the instrument, nestling the accessorized frog end of the bow into the scroll storage area.
However, with some very small outfits, say 1/16ths,  we find it just as easy to tuck the bow in the music tote bag after lessons.

 Regarding the CelloPhant® accessory:

Most student cellists have soft cloth cases where the bow stows into an outside bow-pocket. The accessory does not usually fit all the way into these pockets, but will fit in enough that the rubber of the accessory will grab the edges of the pocket enough that the bow will not be in danger of accidentally slipping out.  Hard cello cases usually have ample storage room inside, although sometimes a rubber-band modification might be necessary to hold the bow in place. Some players wraps the bow in a cloth and store it under the cello fingerboard.

Is this bow accessory washable?

Yes! Accessories, when not installed on a bow, are washable in soap and water -- even the dishwasher, if necessary. 

Still have a question?

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