Orion Custom 2025 Sandalwood Violin Bow 4/4

Model: 500 Series – 

The Orion OVB500 in our 2025 custom bow lineup features a high-performing Red Sandalwood model, crafted as a compelling and accessible alternative to Pernambuco. With the increasing rarity and strict export controls surrounding Pernambuco, Red Sandalwood provides a sustainable, organic-feel solution that retains the traditional characteristics of a natural wooden bow—without compromising on performance.

Carefully selected for its slightly denser grain, this bow weighs approximately 63.1 grams, offering players a solid, grounded feel—particularly beneficial in slow, lyrical, or legato passages where control and connection are key.

Our testing team reports:

• Strong projection and a full-bodied, resonant sound

• Excellent bite and responsiveness, allowing players to draw out sound effortlessly

• Well-balanced weight distribution, a result of the refined craftsmanship of Orion’s dedicated luthiers

The OVB500 responds beautifully to a wide range of dynamics, making it suitable for both solo and ensemble work, and is especially well-loved by players seeking a bow with stability, warmth, and natural feedback—something synthetic bows often lack.

Finished with premium details:

• Hand-selected Red Sandalwood stick

• Ebony frog with mother-of-pearl eye and slide

• Nickel-silver mounted fittings

• High-quality horse hair for consistent tone and longevity

The Orion OVB500 is a reliable, expressive bow perfect for intermediate to advancing students who desire the depth and handling of a traditional wood bow, but with greater accessibility and value than Pernambuco.

Please contact us if you would like to book an appointment to try this beautiful bow.