The Shoulder Pet by Suzanne is designed as a shoulder rest for violin or viola players to support their instruments in the optimum position for playing. It is made of suede and filled with quinoa.
The shoulder rest is divided into two pods separated by a sewn-in seam. Approximately one third of the rest is on the end with the tab or tail which is to be placed toward the back of the shoulder. A three pod model is available for people with longer necks. Custom orders are available.
All models come plain or as one one of the following characters; ALLIGATOR TAIL, BEAVER TAIL, CAT TAIL, HIPPO TAIL, PEACOCK TAIL, PIGGY TAIL, PUPPY TAIL, PONY TAIL, TURTLE TAIL or WHALE TAIL.
More features of the Shoulder Pet.
The Shoulder Pet...
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fits easily into the instrument case.
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moulds easily to the player's changing body form.
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comes in a variety of colours to co-ordinate with the performer's clothing
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may be cleaned by rubbing dry cornmeal into the suede and brushing it off.
- is malleable & allows the player to adjust to his or her
individual needs
- is comfortable. It is made from natural materials (no plastic or
foam)
- does not attach to the instrument, so can't fall off it.
- does not dampen the instrument's sound.
- is balanced on the shoulder. (can be pinned to clothing for extra
security)
- has no hard surface to damage the violin.
- the material in the Shoulder Pet prevents the violin or viola from slipping.
- cannot trap the player's hair.