More than 15 years ago, together with violinist and inventor Berent Korfker, we set out to create a shoulder rest like no other. Made from bendable maple tonewood, our PIRASTRO KorfkerRest® Model 2 offers a truly personalized fit, and with its featherweight of only 32 grams for violin and 40 grams for viola, it has become the gold standard for shoulder rests.

The featherlight design, along with the tone-optimized materials and minimal use of rubber, helps your instrument resonate freely and preserves its natural sound characteristics. Over time, the original KorfkerRest, now known as Model 2, has received subtle but noticeable upgrades, keeping it at the cutting edge by taking advantage of the latest developments in materials science.

What if we made the world's lightest shoulder rest instantly comfortable?

The PIRASTRO KorfkerRest® LUNA® combines ergonomic design with a featherlight construction to provide exceptional and instantaneous comfort. Its simple click-system makes adjustments quick and secure, helping you find the right fit in seconds. Made from a custom sound-optimized compound, it delivers outstanding freedom and integrity of sound.

Where the KorfkerRest® offers an intricate personalized fit, the LUNA® focuses on ease of use and a shape that fits an extremely wide range of players. With both offering the same minimal impact on the instrument's sound, the preference for one or the other will depend on the individual instrument and the player’s personal taste.

When you're finished playing, the KorfkerRest LUNA folds into an ultra-compact shape, making it easy to store in even the tightest violin case!

Product developer Berent Korfker explains what makes the new PIRASTRO KorfkerRest® LUNA® so unique: “While the first thing one will notice is its elegant appearance and compact, foldable shape, the PIRASTRO KorfkerRest® LUNA® incorporates the latest and often patented technologies. From finely tuned ergonomics to advanced sound-optimized materials this shoulder rest has it all. The only thing missing is its weight. ”