
Peter Mach first developed the Mach One Shoulder Rest for violin in 1997. The original patented design was and still is hand-carved from curly maple wood, beautifully matching the maple back of most violins and violas. Each rest is elegant, slim, light; and is unique in it's grain.
Many consider Peter's design to be the first leap forward since the introduction of the traditional bar-type shoulder rest. Hs main goal was to design a shoulder rest so comfortable that you don‘t notice it while you are performing. His eye for design from his pattern-maker and luthier background helped him create a fully functional shoulder rest that matches the beauty of the violin;
the graceful curves complementing the visual appeal of the instrument itself.
the graceful curves complementing the visual appeal of the instrument itself.
Many violin & viola players have said that they love the natural look of the rest,
and many have speculated that it improves the sound of their instrument.
and many have speculated that it improves the sound of their instrument.
The sculpted „S“ shape of the ergonomic design fits comfortably on one's shoulder and there is a suede leather pad for extra comfort. The rubber feet are adjustable to fit the width and height of your instruments. They are molded from a single piece rubber and have a lifetime guarantee.
They will not scratch your treasured violin or viola.
They will not scratch your treasured violin or viola.
Our shoulder rest has gained international respect and recognition not only because of its functionality, but for its simplicity and elegance. Ergonomic, lightweight, form-fitting and most importantly it is so comfortable you won‘t even know it‘s there!

Our complete list of shoulder rest products available for order:
Violin Shoulder Rests:
MAW (Our latest model!)
4/4-3/4 hand-carved out of maple
MAW (Our latest model!)
4/4-3/4 hand-carved out of maple
MA
4/4- 3/4 hand-carved out of maple
MAH
(MA with Hook)
MAH
(MA with Hook)
MB
4/4- 3/4 plastic injection mold
4/4- 3/4 plastic injection mold
MC
1/2- 1/4 plastic injection mold
M-07
4/4- 3/4 double plastic injection mold
MLS
4/4- 3/4 plastic injection mold
with leather strap
Violin & Viola Wood Special Models:
MX (Custom-made rests)
Extra large, extra high, high curve,
left-handed model, electronics support etc.
left-handed model, electronics support etc.
Clamping Member (foot):
MF
20mm threaded stem violin (regular)
MG
35mm threaded stem violin
MH
20mm threaded stem viola (regular)
MO
35mm threaded stem viola
Leather Pads:
AS
Self-sticking anti-slip foam pad
MJ-1
Self-sticking leather pad
for MC
MP-2
Self-sticking leather pad
for MB
MQ-3
Self-sticking leather pads
for MA, MD, ME
MV-4
Self-sticking leather pads for
MY, MDH, MYH, MEH
Chinrest Pads:
MM
Chinrest foam pad
(Sizes S, M, L)
(Sizes S, M, L)
MN
Chinrest leather pad
(Sizes S, M, L)
(Sizes S, M, L)
ML
Chinrest leather clamp cover
Chinrest leather clamp cover
Viola Shoulder Rests: (Carved from wood)
*LB is the Lower Bout of the instrument in millimeters (lower width):
MD
Small, LB = 222 to 245mm
MY
Medium, LB = 230 to 262mm
ME
Large, LB = 255 to 285 mm
(previously LB = 242 to 266 mm)
(previously LB = 242 to 266 mm)
MDH
(MD with Hook) Small
LB = 222 to 245mm
MYH
(MY with Hook) Medium
LB = 230 to 262mm
MEH
(ME with Hook) Large
(ME with Hook) Large
LB = 255 to 285mm
V16
Plastic rest
LB = 235 to 270mm
Other MACH ONE Products:
PO
Mach One velvet pouch, 2 sizes (violin and viola)
AC
Set of 5 Aluminum clamps,
depth from 100 to 220mm
depth from 100 to 220mm
PC
Purfling cutter
BA
Set of Aluminum bass bridge adjusters,
5/16 or 1/4 thread
5/16 or 1/4 thread
BQ
Bass bow quiver, heavy leather
MEX
Mach One C-String Extension for Double Bass
MFP
Mach One Soft cover for cello hard case
M-A
Aluminum clamp, lower swivel disk,
35 X 90mm, 90g
35 X 90mm, 90g
M-B
Aluminum clamp, lower swivel disk,
50 X 120mm, 122g
50 X 120mm, 122g
M-C
Aluminum clamp, lower swivel disk, cello over the rib, 50 X 220 mm, 325g
M-D
Aluminum clamp, fixed base,
42 X 175 mm, 160g
42 X 175 mm, 160g
M-BS
Aluminum clamp, fixed base, bass over the rib,
50 X 280mm, 710g
50 X 280mm, 710g
C-CAL
Aluminum caliper, 50 X 220mm, cello over the rib with Koefer dial
BS-CAL
Aluminum caliper, 50 X 280mm, bass over the rib with Koefer dial
(Measurement of opening X depth of clamp)
NEW!
Black rubber non-slip pads for violin and viola rests.
Black rubber non-slip pads for violin and viola rests.