This violin is characterised by really excellent workmanship that respects the finer points of good violinmaking, and by really good tone and responsiveness that open the way for full musical expression - essential aspects allowing for rapid development of musical skills.

The materials are well chosen - the two-piece back and sides are consistently of good quality maple. The top is of good tone spruce, always with a clear attractive straight medium grain. It is the tidy work in the corner mitres, the neatly traced purfling and attention to detail in the f-holes that show the serious intent behind these instruments. No shortcuts are taken - for example, the insides are correctly crafted, fully blocked and lined with a fitted bass bar. The bridge is by Despiaux - a top French brand. The Guarneri-type chinrest and pegs are of a very attractive rosewood. The tailpiece has been replaced since these photos were taken and is now of a black student type with built-in bronze adjusters.

This violin has rich and open tone throughout the register. It is set up to the correct specs for control and quality of the tone - no half measures, guess work or approximations .

This violin is sold with a case, and a used bow. A new bow can be supplied at a cost.

Dimensions :
	Standard 3/4-size, Stradivari model. Length of back: 33.2 cm. String length: 31.2 cm.

Condition :
	Superb condition, as new.

Price :

On request