Belvelin shoulder rests and pads
Belvelin — Shoulder/Collarbone Rest, Shoulder Pad, Chinrest Pad & Bow Handles | AR Distribution

Belvelin — simple, supportive accessories for violin & viola

Remarkably simple designs that encourage a healthy posture and full freedom of movement. Made in Sweden from soft yet supportive cellular rubber that keeps its shape and colour for years.

Made in Sweden Healthy posture Firm yet flexible
Belvelin shoulder/collarbone rest in use — healthy posture with freedom of movement

Why players & teachers choose Belvelin

Comfort that lasts
Dense cellular rubber is firm yet flexible and keeps its shape and colour for years.
Freedom to move
Supports healthy posture while allowing natural movement.
Simple & adaptable
Place where it suits the player; secure with one or two rubber bands.

Shoulder / Collarbone Rest

A minimalist rest that helps players maintain a relaxed posture and natural movement. Made from supportive cellular rubber.

  • Sizes: Small, Medium, Large — all sizes can be used on all violin sizes.
  • Placement: position anywhere on the back where it suits the player; fix with one or two rubber bands.
  • Designed by: violin teacher Eva Belvelin (1993); now used by students and professionals alike.
Belvelin shoulder/collarbone rest — in use

Shoulder Pad

A small oval pad that cushions the shoulder and edges without restricting movement. Attaches quickly with a rubber band.

  • Sizes: Small, Medium, Large.
  • Use: place on the back where comfortable; secure with a band.
Belvelin shoulder pad — two oval pads Belvelin shoulder pad fitted with rubber band on the back of a violin

Chinrest Pad

Covers the entire chinrest and fitting to prevent pressure marks while allowing a full range of movement.

  • Fixing: use without adhesive, or secure with a small piece of double-sided tape (not included).
Belvelin chinrest pad covering the chinrest and clamp

Bow Handles

Lightweight foam cylinders that help violinists, violists and cellists develop a consistent bow-hold shape between lessons or in group classes. Attach with a rubber band; firm yet flexible feel.

  • Sizes: XS, S, M, L (range used across instruments).
  • Use: slide onto the bow grip area and secure with a band.
Belvelin bow handles — foam cylinders in multiple sizes