The Electric Violins were designed with the performer in mind. They deliver a big, expressive sound with enough power to be heard in any band yet still maintaining the beautiful characteristic tone of the violin. Yamaha designers and engineers worked together with leading musicians to create the kind of instruments which can inspire great performances.The EV205 offers an additional 5th low C string to provide the additional range needed for some contemporary music. The 5-string model is designed with a slightly wider neck which makes swiching to a 5-string instrument as easy as possible.