Battle Royale: Comparing the Portland Gold to the AhlsenL Violin Shoulder Rest
Today Music Critic will be comparing the Portland Gold to the AhlsenL Violin Shoulder Rest. The Music Critic reviews can help point you towards models and brands that suit your needs. If you would like to see more product comparisons and reviews in this category, click here.
Contestant number one is the Portland Gold.
The second product we are looking at in this head-to-head review is the AhlsenL Violin Shoulder Rest.
Let's take a closer look at the Portland Gold
Our next selection is a premium model that provides high-quality hardware for better adjustability and is as practical as it is aesthetically pleasing.
A closer look at the AhlsenL Violin Shoulder Rest
Next, our cheapest item a well-manufactured plastic option from AhlsenL for those of you who have less to spend.
HEAD TO HEAD COMPARISON | |
|---|---|
Portland Gold |
AhlsenL Violin Shoulder Rest |
| KEY FEATURES | |
+ High-density composite cushioning. |
+ Plastic. |
| WHAT OUR TEAM THOUGHT | |
The Portland Gold rest provides a long-life investment the moving parts are high-quality, it has full adjustability and everything is strengthened to keep it as durable as possible. |
It is very professional looking in every way. From the thick tubes to the shiny black finish, everything shows that it is designed for on stage use. |
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