Regarding eBay....while I agree that sometimes that's not the best route but for a beginning instrument, I've found it's a great place to start. For me, I had wanted to start playing violin...not sure I would stick with it or really like it, I started out with a cheaper instrument. After a set amount of time, I was still playing and loving it so THEN I spent some cash on a decent instrument.

Again, just a suggestion.

Good luck to you in your search!

Michelle