The Loft Sponge Shoulder Rest

​The Loft Sponge Shoulder Rest 
   
​ Invented by the owner, David Schlub, The Loft Sponge is the answer to your shoulder rest needs. This unique sponge is extremely flexible; it can be adjusted to fit the preferences of each user.  

Placement will vary according to the type of chinrest and can be adjusted for comfort and fit. A single rubber band attached to the tail gut or end button is stretched to the back left corner of the instrument to secure your sponge.
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  • Features:
  • Fits easily in any case
  • Attaches easily with a rubber band
  • Adds no weight to the violin
  • Cannot damage the instrument
  • Can be put on even the youngest child
  • Comes in 5 sizes to fit violins from 1/16 to 4/4 
  • Two types - Original Firm (formerly Blue) and Select Soft (formerly Gray)*​
"Original Firm" (Left)
    MSRP: $4.50
  • This has the same feel and density of the previous, blue sponge but in a much more attractive color. Our new manufacturing process is able to produce these with greater consistency and less discoloration.

"Select Soft" (Right)
    MSRP: $6.25
  • This has the same density and feel as the former, gray sponge but our new manufacturing process is able to make them more consistent.
***Please note that due to increased production costs, our prices will be increasing effective January 30, 2022. The new price is notated above. Please call 614-267-7221 for questions.
To place your order:
  •    As an individual/string project/music school, please place your order through our website
  •    As a business, please email us at sponges@theloftviolinshop.com or fax your order to 614-267-0706

Shipping and Handling:
  • $5 on orders of 10 or fewer
  • $7 on orders of 11-25
  • Free domestic shipping for orders of 26+
  • International shipping will be quoted

Order Online!
Sponge Sizes:
#2 (fits 1/32 - 1/10)
#3 (fits 1/8 - 1/4)
#4 (fits 1/2 - 3/4)
#5 (fits 3/4 - 4/4)
#6 (fits 4/4)
Testimonial about the Loft Sponge Shoulder Rest:
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​"I have now been using The Loft Violin Shoulder Rest for two years now and must comment on how much I am enjoying the comfortable fit of my violin.
I have tried every system imaginable up to this point and this inexpensive and simple system is by far the most secure and the least fussy.
The sponge moulds to my shoulder and stays put allowing ample support and freedom of movement at the same time."

Peter DeSotto
Founder, and former violinist, of Quartetto Gelato