--- product_id: 949907 title: "Violin Rosin - Cello Rosin - Kaplan Premium Light Rosin with Case for Violin, Viola, Cello - For Horsehair or Synthetic Bows" brand: "d'addario" price: "R574" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/949907-violin-rosin-cello-rosin-kaplan-premium-light-rosin-with-case store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Ergonomic one-handed case design Less dust formula keeps instrument cleaner Adjustable dial prevents groove wear Violin Rosin - Cello Rosin - Kaplan Premium Light Rosin with Case for Violin, Viola, Cello - For Horsehair or Synthetic Bows **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** R574 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎻 Elevate your bow game with precision and style—don’t let your strings settle for less! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Violin Rosin - Cello Rosin - Kaplan Premium Light Rosin with Case for Violin, Viola, Cello - For Horsehair or Synthetic Bows by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** R574 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/949907-violin-rosin-cello-rosin-kaplan-premium-light-rosin-with-case) ## Best For - d'addario enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted d'addario brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Handling:** Sleek, ergonomic case designed for one-handed use—perfect for busy pros and multitasking musicians. - • **Groove-Free Precision:** Innovative dial lets you rotate rosin to avoid grooves, extending product life and performance consistency. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Optimized for both horsehair and synthetic bows, ensuring flawless grip and sound across all string instruments. - • **Heritage Meets Innovation:** Crafted in the USA using the legendary Kaplan recipe combined with modern quality controls for unmatched reliability. - • **Cleaner Play, Cleaner Space:** Kaplan’s original formula produces significantly less dust, maintaining your instrument’s pristine condition and your practice area tidy. ## Overview D'Addario Kaplan Premium Light Rosin is a top-tier bow accessory crafted in the USA, featuring an adjustable dial to prevent groove formation, a low-dust formula for cleaner play, and an ergonomic case for easy one-handed use. Trusted by professionals, it enhances bow grip on both horsehair and synthetic bows, combining historic craftsmanship with modern innovation. ## Description Product Description The D'Addario Fingerboard Appliqué was developed by noted music educator Peter Stoney to help make the instrument easier to learn, play, and enjoy. Its design promotes proper finger placement using a tactile approach, allowing the player to feel the contact point for the note. The Appliqué is also an ideal tool to easily add subtle frets to the violin, making it easier for players of fretted instruments to cross over to violin, and also expanding the instrument's flexibility of use with modern performance styles. The Fingerboard Appliqué is available in two styles: an "Optic" version with the lines colored gold to provide an additional visual cue, and a "Tactile" version that is solid black and nearly invisible on the fingerboard. The Appliqué installs in just a few minutes and is easily removed when no longer needed. Available in three scale lengths: 328mm for 4/4 violin, 304mm for A ¾ violin and 286mm for A ½ violin. From the Manufacturer Kaplan Premium Light Rosin is packed in an attractive case, designed for easy one-handed use. A dial at the bottom of the case allows the rosin to be turned, to avoid creating a groove, if desired.Kaplan Premium Rosin is formulated using the original Kaplan recipe, which produces less dust, helping to keep the instrument cleaner.D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set. Review: Perfect for synthetic violin bow - This is great for my synthetic violin bow [the light rosin just didn’t take]. After about 10x rubs ..my bow is connecting with the stings beautifully. Love the design of the case and the rotation option. Review: Perfect case. - Seems pretty good. The case is really good quality ,and the Rosen. I’m still figuring it out cause I’m brand new. ## Features - AVOID GROOVES: A dial at the bottom of the case allows the rosin to be turned, to avoid creating a groove, if desired. - LESS DUST: Kaplan Premium Rosin is formulated using the original Kaplan recipe, which produces less dust, helping to keep the instrument cleaner. - CASE INCLUDED: Kaplan Premium Rosin is packed in an attractive case, designed for easy one-handed use - KAPLAN FORMULA: Formulated using the original Kaplan recipe handed down from Ladislav Kaplan. Available in light and dark formulas. - MADE IN THE USA: Leveraging centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology, D’Addario Orchestral products are designed and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000NE3JZ6 | | Best Sellers Rank | #564 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2 in Violin Rosin | | Body Material | Natural | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Color | Light | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 6,880 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954951818, 01995495181800 | | Included Components | Case | | Item Dimensions | 3.4 x 5.4 x 8.8 inches | | Item Type Name | Violin Rosin | | Item Weight | 0.06 Kilograms | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 3.4 x 5.4 x 8.8 inches | | Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc | | Material | Rosin | | Model Name | KRDL | | Model Number | KRDL | | Part Number | KRDL | | UPC | 852008422366 019954951818 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | Replaced if defective. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Color:** Light - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 3.4 x 5.4 x 8.8 inches - **Material:** Rosin - **Model Name:** KRDL ## Images ![Violin Rosin - Cello Rosin - Kaplan Premium Light Rosin with Case for Violin, Viola, Cello - For Horsehair or Synthetic Bows - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71K-N0vloQL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How do i know which rosin to get? Im new at playing the volin.** A: Hi, I have a degree is the viola and play professionally in two symphonies. A lot of it which rosin you get will depend on your personal preference, which you’ll develop over time. Do you prefer a rosin with more grip? Dark versus light? Etc. While price does certainly have a relationship to quality, I’ve found it is not necessary to spend $20 on a cake of rosin if you find one that you like and works well with your instrument. That all said, generally dark amber rosin works well for most beginners. You would be fine with this rosin. **Q: Whats the difference between dark rosin and light rosin?** A: Dark rosin is stickier and softer. Light rosin is harder and less sticky. They also make a difference in how the instrument will sound. **Q: Is it better dark or light rosin?** A: There is no better as it is up to personal preference. Typically, violins use light rosin while something deeper like cellos use dark rosin. Dark rosin is stickier than light rosin so it gives a meatier tone while requiring more strength to use. Sometimes a lighter tone is desired—in that case use light rosin. **Q: I live in east Tennessee, so which type of rosen should i use dark or light?** A: This has more to do with the type of instrument you are playing. Most people prefer the lighter rosin with violin, darker with cello. Viola tends to go either way in my experience. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for synthetic violin bow *by S***S on May 2, 2026* This is great for my synthetic violin bow [the light rosin just didn’t take]. After about 10x rubs ..my bow is connecting with the stings beautifully. Love the design of the case and the rotation option. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect case. *by 5***D on March 6, 2026* Seems pretty good. The case is really good quality ,and the Rosen. I’m still figuring it out cause I’m brand new. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bought for my 12 year old to use for her Cello *by R***C on October 30, 2022* When asked to rate this product, I turned to my daughter who is 12 and who plays the cello. She is who I bought this for. I asked her to rate this product based on her experience with it. This is her rating and her reasoning: The case was neat. Semi easy to use. The price was decent for the product as well. The only thing I didn't particularly like about this case the rosin is in is the fact that when I go to put the rosin on my bow, I normally run my bow across the rosin bar (the bar I had) and it would slide smoothly across. This one is round and when the case is open and you slide the bow across the rosin, the bow often times will slip off the round rosin and the strings on the bow will get stuck to the prongs inside the casing. Other than that, it's a good product. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Violin Rosin - Cello Rosin - Kaplan Premium Light Rosin with Case for Violin, Viola, Cello - For Horsehair or Synthetic Bows - D’Addario Prelude Violin String Set, 4/4 Scale Medium Tension – Solid Steel Core, Warm Tone, Economical and Durable – Educator’s Choice for Student Strings – Sealed Pouch to Prevent Corrosion, 1 Set - Fiddlerman Wood Violin Shoulder Rest for 4/4 and 3/4 with Collapsible and Height Adjustable Feet --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/949907-violin-rosin-cello-rosin-kaplan-premium-light-rosin-with-case](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/949907-violin-rosin-cello-rosin-kaplan-premium-light-rosin-with-case) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-07-23*