Glasser
Glasser has built a reputation for producing durable, innovative string instrument bows, making them a trusted choice for students, advancing players, teachers, and professionals alike. At Gear4music, you'll find a wide selection of Glasser violin, viola, cello and double bass bows, including reliable fibreglass models for beginners, responsive composite graphite bows, and premium braided carbon fibre bows that deliver exceptional balance, control, and playability.
Glasser has built a reputation for producing durable, innovative string instrument bows, making them a trusted choice for students, advancing players, teachers, and professionals alike. At Gear4music, you'll find a wide selection of Glasser violin, viola, cello and double bass bows, including reliable fibreglass models for beginners, responsive composite graphite bows, and premium braided carbon fibre bows that deliver exceptional balance, control, and playability.
Designed to provide consistent performance and long-lasting reliability, Glasser bows are ideal for lessons, rehearsals, and live performance. Explore the Glasser range to find high-quality bows that suit every stage of your musical journey.Showing 23 of 23 products
Glasser Fibreglass Cello Bow, Half-Lined Frog, Leatherette Grip, 4/4
Glasser Carbon Graphite Violin Bow, 4/4
Glasser Fibreglass Violin Bow, Half-Lined Leatherette Grip, 4/4
Glasser Fibreglass Viola Bow, Half-Lined Frog, Leatherette Grip, 4/4
Glasser Fibreglass Violin Bow, Half-Lined Nickel Wire Grip, 4/4
Glasser Fibreglass Viola Bow, Half-Lined Frog, Nickel Wire Grip, 4/4
Glasser Fibreglass Cello Bow, Half-Lined Frog, Nickel Wire Grip, 4/4
Glasser Carbon Composite Violin Bow, 4/4
Glasser Fibreglass Double Bass Bow, Leatherette, French Style, 3/4
Glasser Carbon Composite Viola Bow, 4/4
Glasser Advanced Composite Violin Bow, 4/4
Glasser Advanced Composite Viola Bow, 4/4
Glasser Carbon Composite Cello Bow, 4/4
Glasser Carbon Graphite Viola Bow, 4/4
Glasser Advanced Composite Cello Bow, 4/4
Glasser Carbon Composite Double Bass Bow, German Style, 3/4
Glasser Carbon Composite Double Bass Bow, French Style, 3/4
Glasser Carbon Graphite Cello Bow, 4/4
Glasser Advanced Composite Double Bass Bow, French Style, 3/4
Glasser Carbon Graphite Double Bass Bow, French Style,3/4
Glasser Braided Carbon Fibre Violin Bow, Round, 4/4
Glasser Braided Carbon Fibre Viola Bow, Round, 4/4
Glasser Braided Carbon Fibre Cello Bow, Round, 4/4
About Glasser
Glasser is one of the best-known names in the world of string instrument bows, with a history dating back to 1938. For more than eight decades, the company has built its reputation through innovation, most notably by introducing one of the world's first patented fibreglass bows. Since then, Glasser has continued to develop durable alternatives to traditional wooden bows, pioneering the use of composite materials and braided carbon fibre to create bows that offer reliable performance, excellent balance, and long-lasting quality. Today, the brand's commitment to practical design and dependable craftsmanship has made it a trusted choice for students, advancing players, teachers, and professionals alike.
Across the range, Glasser focuses on consistency, durability, and balanced handling, making its bows a dependable choice for regular practice, lessons, rehearsals, and performance. Whether you're looking for an affordable first bow or a high-performance carbon fibre model, Glasser offers options designed to deliver comfort, responsiveness, and reliable results.
Glasser continues to combine decades of experience with a forward-thinking approach to bow design, giving players dependable performance alongside outstanding durability. If you're upgrading from your current bow, Glasser offers quality, consistency, and lasting value that musicians around the world have trusted for generations.
FAQs
What is a Glasser bow?
A Glasser bow is a string instrument bow made by Glasser, a manufacturer known for producing durable bows from advanced composite materials. Glasser bows offer consistent balance, resist warping, and require little maintenance.
Where are Glasser bows made?
Glasser bows are made in New York, USA, where the company has its roots dating back to 1938. Founder Leon Glasser began handcrafting bows in a small workshop in the Bronx before expanding the family business.
What is the difference between AE and AEX Glasser?
The difference between AE and AEX Glasser instruments is that AEX models feature Schatten bridge pickups, providing an additional high-quality pickup system for amplified performance, while AE models use only the standard built-in electronics. However, both models are electro-acoustic, allowing them to be played acoustically or amplified.
