One more thing that one can notice - if you use better quality headphones and /or better external amp, you will notice that the internal amp circuit inside of the violin is kind of noisy, i.e., it does generate some background noise

The tiny amp is just ridiculously cute and it works and has an amazing sound for something so small

Two things I didn’t quite like: The amp was not working properly and the bow’s hairs were loose/cut

The set also comes with a sturdy case, replacement strings, and a really convenient amp

The amp is great for practice in a small room and the headphones work great for private practice

I originally used it only with an external amp, but later tried the headphones just for fun, and wow, the internal amp sounds great

The mini amp that it comes with is so nice and extremely portable, I can fit it into a backpack no problem

Katie from support promptly emailed me and gave me a call after seeing the original negative review about having a bad amp

(Crappy) Bow, A (Crappy) Headphones, No Amp (and Pedals), A Rosin, Completely Set-

I expect to have to buy a better amp

(Decent) Bow, A (Decent) Headphones, a Mini Amp (and Pedals), A Rosin, Completely Set-up (Ready to Play)Final Verdict

Use it completely as is and upgrade to a better bow and amp when you stop making the horrible beginner squeaking sounds

The tiny amp is just ridiculously cute and it works and has an amazing sound for something so small

I was able to filter it out using inline high pass filter, but I know I have now a long term project - to find a better internal amp and replace it to get rid of the background noise

I find the sound from the electric violin (and an AMP) is much softer and wider than that from the acoustic one

True, it's not close to being acoustic violin, but it's not as dull and boring as you think