Since we first started carrying this maker’s violins and violas they have jumped off the shelf. Engaging, clean yet creamy and focused this instrument sounds like violins much more expensive. Read more…
Violas $1.5K to 3K
Jürgen Klier, Germany (available in standard sizes)
Germany has been producing master makers of string instruments for generations that have been sought after for generations by soloists and students alike. These winners are delivered to the United States where they are expertly varnished, and set-up to American sensibilities. The results are electrifying - gigantic, full-blooded, rich and ringing tone. Read more…
Rudoulf Sebastian, German (available in standard sizes)
Rudoulf Sebastian instruments are made in the time-honored tradition by a collaboration of family craftsmen in the small town of Erlangen, Germany. Necks, scrolls, ribs, tops and backs are each carved by specialists in their home workshops and are assembled by a main workshop. Read more…
Wilhelm Klier, German (available in standard sizes)
Like the Sebastian model Wilhelm Klier instruments are crafted in Germany in the traditional time-honored workshop-method. These high-quality violins are made of older wood and are richly flamed to achieve a warmer round well-balanced sumptuous sound full of personality. This is a satisfying choice for the advancing musician looking to upgrade to an intermediate level instrument. Read more…
Prager, German
Killer sound. Bang-for-buck. Winner combination. This instrument explodes with full-paletted colors that will inspire any player to sculpt the sound from delicate to dramatic to dynamic. Call for an audition! Read more…
