out with the old, in with the new

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I've only played on my one old violin that was my student violin in high school 35 years ago. I'm re-emerging as a fiddle player and I've got a lot to learn to sound "fiddly" instead of "violin-y". I still use the same old shoulder rest and the same old rosin and the same old student strings. Recently changed the strings and what a difference that made! And they are just the cheaper brand student strings. Wow. Can't imagine how they would be if I spent a little money. Would love to hear advice on string choices.
Any suggestions on shoulder pads that are comfortable, chin rests, and rosin that might be better than the old cracked up stuff I've had in my case for EVER?

so is anybody out there?

Or are you all busy fiddlin around

I like the Wolf shoulder rest, but here is the important thing...you need to find the right shoulder rest for you. What works for me may not work for you. However, having said that....the wolf is very adjustable.......

any good quality rosin will work....I like the dark rosin. I have used various brands.

Thanks so much for the tips!