AR Distribution

Your Specialist Distributor for Bowed Strings

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Trusted by workshops & bowed string specialists since 2001

Trade-only distribution of products for violin, viola, cello, and bass. Trusted products, friendly expertise, and quick delivery.

“Dependable service and product knowledge. Exactly what our shop needs.”

Steps: 1. Open a trade account → 2. Order online, by email, or by phone → 3. Receive fast delivery

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A growing hub of independent guidance for stringed instruments (violin, viola, cello, bass) and practical brand support for our ranges. Ideal for luthiers, shops, and players.

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Who we are

AR Distribution is a specialist, trade-only distributor of musical instrument accessories and bowed orchestral stringed instruments. We’ve been trading in the UK since 2001. We work closely with suppliers and customers to carry a range of products that performs exceptionally well for real players. The makers we partner with keep musicians’ needs as the focus of their products.

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New Year, New Rosin? If you haven’t already discovered the CECILIA range of rosins, then you’re in for a treat. Four professional rosin types that offer different sound characteristics and articulation. Two sizes. Tested, Tried and loved
New Year, New Rosin? If you haven’t already discovered the CECILIA range of rosins, then you’re in for a treat. Four professional rosin types that offer different sound characteristics and articulation. Two sizes. Tested, Tried and loved worldwide. Which one is right for you? #rosin #luthier #violin #viola #cello
Wishing everyone a fabulous and joyful end to 2025. Thank you to all of our friends and customers. Happy New 2026. May it be filled with peace, kindness and happiness. #cello #music #violin #luthier #viola
Wishing everyone a fabulous and joyful end to 2025. Thank you to all of our friends and customers. Happy New 2026. May it be filled with peace, kindness and happiness. #cello #music #violin #luthier #viola
For the cellists and bassists who want an endpin holder that stays put. Smartstops are made and designed by Juilliard trained cellist Sarah West. From subtlety beautiful antique copper to the more shouty sparkle designs. Not to be mistaken for simila
For the cellists and bassists who want an endpin holder that stays put. Smartstops are made and designed by Juilliard trained cellist Sarah West. From subtlety beautiful antique copper to the more shouty sparkle designs. Not to be mistaken for similar designs that scoot across the floor with the slightest sneeze. Link is in our bio for full details. 😊 #cello #cellist #bass #bassist #luthier #luthiersupplies #musicshop #celloteacher
We’ve just received our first sets of the Fiedler Carbonmetal cello endpins. Hours of testing with different cellists and different cellos later, we’re staggered at the positive change these copper core, titanium core, and brass core endpins made. Not only did the sound become more focused and lively (copper in particular), but the response of the cello improved. Try them and find out for yourself 😊🎶 #cello #cellist #celloteacher #luthier #luthiersupplies #musicshop
Cellophants from Things4Strings help develop a soft relaxed bow hold for cellists. Adding a little extra weight, they encourage the bow arm to relax. Ideal for use between lessons to help with muscle memory and for therapeutic use. If you teach cello groups, you’ll understand how useful this can be. Designed by two Suzuki teachers in the USA. #cello #musicshop #luthier #luthiersupplies #cellist #celloteacher #suzukicello
Thank you @andy_long_orchestra for sharing your review of the new “The Beast” violin strings from Warchal with us. We’re delighted that you like them! 👏🎉👏 #violin #violinist #luthiersupplies #luthier #musicshop #violinstrings

Product updates, new arrivals, & interesting things .

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Season's Greetings, and we wish you a peaceful and fulfilling New Year.

As 2025 draws to a close, I wanted to thank you for your continued support, business partnership, and friendship.

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New in - Fiedler CARBONMETAL Endpins for Cello

Fiedler CARBONMETAL 10mm Endpins for cello.

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Andy Long talking about ‘The Beast’ violin strings from Warchal

Andy Long talking about The Beast violin strings from Warchal

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From our customers

"Clear advice, dependable stock, and helpful after-sales support"

AR’s unbiased guidance on string choices has proven to be useful — thank you.
— Workshop Manager
Fast, consistent deliveries and honest advice. Exactly what our busy workshop needs.
— Luthier, Independent Workshop
Easy ordering of products that we are often asked for.
— Store manager, London