Fine quality violins and bows available for sale at commission free prices. All violins are carefully inspected for any cracks/damages and in flawless condition. Of course sound plays the most important role when choosing a new instrument and I want to help you find the most unique and distinctive sounding violin. Being a professional violinist myself, I believe my wide range of experiences will be a great guidance en route to finding the perfect violin for you. Handmade violins maintain their value and are also fantastic tangible investment assets (they can be refurbished, traded, collected). Throughout their playing time some can even increase the value.
Buying a new violin will motivate your daily practices, it will increase your performance confidence and help your further emotional development. Solid technique foundation is crucial and handmade violins are easier and more comfortable to play on. Whether you are striving for a musical career, solely wish to fulfil your passion, or aspiring to shine at your finals, I can guarantee there is a violin for every taste amongst my refine collection of antique violins.
You can come to try them in person (Edinburgh, UK), or we can arrange an online meeting where I can play for you certain violins. Please use contact form.
- Copie de Gaspar da Salo
Incredibly warm sounding, newly refurbished full sized violin. Great resonance and quick response in any range. Allegedly made around 1900s. Beautifully antique, perfect for solo playing. Measurements – body length 35,9cm; body stop 19,7cm and neck stop 13cm.
Price £7,600
- Stainer 4/4 Violin
This is a full size violin with label ‘Jacobus Stainer 1765’ and a stamp ‘Stainer’ at the top back. Probably Czech made around 1940s and newly set up. Good clarity and smooth tone. Ideal for students and orchestra playing. Measurements are: body length 35,7cm; body stop 19,7cm and neck stop 13,1cm.
Price £1,300
- Giovan Paolo Maggini
Incredibly beautiful antique violin (4/4) with typical features of old Brescian school of violin making. Double purfling as seen on pictures and thin, long sound holes. This instrument is not only a rare collectible, but it also offers a grand palette of sound colours and dynamics. Labelled Giovan Paolo Maggini. No damages or cracks. Measurements: body length 37cm; body stop 20cm and neck stop 13,2cm.
Price £4,800
- Violin, labelled J.T.L.
A full size violin with two J.T.L. labels inside (one front and one at the beginning of neck). Handmade allegedly around 1900s. Spruce at the front and one piece maple back, this violin offers incredibly clear tone production and colourful resonance. Perfect for advanced and also professional playing. Recently refurbished, newly installed pegs, bridge, tail piece and strings.
Price £4,400
- Violin labelled ‘Jacob, Paris’
A wonderful full size violin, suitable for advanced level players. Finely balanced sound in all ranges, very open and bright sound. This violin is played often, but it might need new varnish on the neck and newly fitted set of fine tuners if desired. The back’s length is 36.2cm.
Price £1,700
- Indistinctly labelled violin
A powerful full size (4/4) violin with indistinct label. This instrument has a very warm and rich sound and sophisticated thin neck. Enjoyable to play on and is perfect for student-advanced level. Its unique appearance has a special charm and can reflect a distinctive, personal style. The length of the back is 36cm.
Price £2,300
- Schuster 1932
Another full size violin with label ‘Schuster & Co, Markneukirchen 1932’. Ready to be played, mellow and deep sound. New strings and comes with a case. Chip and wear to the varnish, otherwise no cracks or damage. Body length 36,3cm; body stop 19,4cm and neck stop 13,4cm.
Price £900
- German violin, ca. 1890
An excellent German violin, allegedly handmade around 1890. In perfect condition and played quite often. A delicate instrument with very clear sound (especially in lower register). Capable of great sonority and projection. The length of one piece back is 35,6cm.
Price £1,600
- Full size Czech/Romanian violin cca 1970
Impeccable condition, fitted with new pegs, bridge, tail piece and strings. This violin has a profound and direct sound. Allegedly made around 1970, showing the features (especially varnish) of Czech/Romanian make. No label. The length of the back is 35,7cm.
Price £1,100
- Jerome Thibouville Lamy
This violin is suitable for students of all levels, having a great dynamics span. The label inside says ‘Jerome Thibouville-Lamy & C., Paris’. It’s age is unknown and it is well maintained. Fine tuners can be fitted upon request. Available at trade price. Body length is 36,1cm, body stop is 19.4cm and neck stop is 13,2cm.
Price £1,000
Shipping information: All the violins come with a complimentary case and will be shipped with a safe, reliable and trackable service. Prices are per violin, if buying more at the same time appropriate delivery cost will be added.
Within UK £35
EU countries £50
International (to most countries) £95
Trial fee (including travel, available only within UK and is non refundable) £375
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