Paul E. Stevens Violins

Maker - Renter - Restorer – Dealer

Large Selection of the Highest Quality Instruments 

Since 1986

Violin Shop in Ardmore, Pennsylvania

String Instruments for Students & Professionals

Rent • Buy •Sell •Trade-In • Rare Finds


Student & Professional - Rare Instruments & Bows Buying - Selling - Trade-Ins - Limited Area Rentals Violins Violas Cellos - Basses - Bows

"Comfortable Instruments - Our Priority"


Explore our selection of rare instruments and bows, or ask about selling and trade-in options.

Your #1 Choice for Musical Instruments

Paul E. Stevens Violins takes pride in being at the same location since 1986, and it is our utmost desire to use our first-class expertise to help you achieve satisfaction with an enjoyable musical experience. That is why we offer a large inventory of violins, violas, cellos, and basses for purchase. We accept trade-ins. We also have a rental program.

Rent Instruments With Confidence

We offer high-quality violins, violas, cellos, and basses that are expertly set up to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable playing experience. Because these are handcrafted wooden instruments, they do not conform perfectly to mass production standards. Each instrument requires careful adjustment—often including work on the nut, bridge, fingerboard, and other components—to ensure proper playability and sound quality. Our setup process helps prevent discomfort and supports musicians at every level.

Purchase New & Used Instruments

Looking to own your instrument? Explore our curated selection of new and gently used instruments from trusted brands. Our knowledgeable staff is here to help match you with the right gear based on your skill level, preferences, and budget.

Repairs & More

We provide expert repair and restoration services for violins, violas, cellos, basses, and bows. Our team specializes in sound optimization and playability adjustments, ensuring each instrument performs at its best and is comfortable to play.

A Picture Tells a Thousand Words

Paul E. Stevens Violins has a large inventory of instruments for students, professionals, and collectors. Browsing our Instruments Pages and our Museum of Unusual Instruments and gift items.

Contact us in  Ardmore, Pennsylvania, for all your bowed string instrument needs.

Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.– 5 or 6 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m - 2 p.m. Please call for an appointment.

Proudly Serving the Philadelphia Metro Area

Our Reviews

★★★★★

Stevens has been here on the mainline serving music lovers a very long time. His Cello sounds very great, in perfect shape, with reasonable prices for rent or buy, and he can fix them if anything happens.


- Qi Z.

Paul is an outstanding individual. He’s so knowledgeable and cares about your concerns. He takes the time to show you and explain  the issues so you can play your best.


- R VM

Paul is a Master of Violin Tech Stuff! His assessments of what my Violins have needed have always been on point! And his instrument stock is varied and quality 👍🏽👏🏽 …


- Owen B. Jr

Works out of home.  Call in advance.  He is very knowledgeable and helpful.  The place to go if you need a violin restored/ repaired.  He also has rentals.


- Rachel Ch

I asked for him to fix my son's violin. What he did was go way above my expectations. He fixed parts that I didn't know needed adjusting, explaining why as he did so.


- Sandra D.