Wood

We exclusively use a selection of high-quality tonewoods when crafting our instruments. The maple wood is most commonly of Balkan origin, but we also use locally sourced Italian maple, known as Oppio, which has a higher density and a distinctive greyish hue that lends itself well to antique-style varnishes. Our spruce wood for the soundboard comes from Val di Fiemme, where a unique microclimate fosters a regular growth pattern, making it renowned worldwide for its use in instrument making.

Sound

Varnish

Dimensions

About Pietro Iotti

Personalize

If you decide to commission this model there are many ways in which we can personalize a violin just for you. Firstly if you decide to follow the construction from start to finish you can get to pick the set of wood from our selection you like and if you have particular desires in regards to materials we will do our utmost to accomodate your wishes.

If you have special ergonomic needs when it comes to neck shape, string length, set-up ecc. those are also things we can figure out together.

Shipping

Payment

We support multiple payment options to suit your preferences. Should you have any inquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Wood

We exclusively use a selection of high-quality tonewoods when crafting our instruments. The maple wood is most commonly of Balkan origin, but we also use locally sourced Italian maple, known as Oppio, which has a higher density and a distinctive greyish hue that lends itself well to antique-style varnishes. Our spruce wood for the soundboard comes from Val di Fiemme, where a unique microclimate fosters a regular growth pattern, making it renowned worldwide for its use in instrument making..

Sound

Varnish

The varnish we use is an oil-based varnish made with natural resins and pigments. Although the base formula has remained the same for several years, the results vary slightly each time, adding to the uniqueness of each instrument.

Dimensions

Back Length 355 mm,
Upper Bout 168 mm,
Center Bout 110 mm,
Lower Bout 207 mm,
String Length 328 mm

About G.Ornati

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Wood

We exclusively use a selection of high-quality tonewoods when crafting our instruments. The maple wood is most commonly of Balkan origin, but we also use locally sourced Italian maple, known as Oppio, which has a higher density and a distinctive greyish hue that lends itself well to antique-style varnishes.
Our spruce wood for the soundboard comes from Val di Fiemme, where a unique microclimate fosters a regular growth pattern, making it renowned worldwide for its use in instrument making.

Sound

This violin model has a deep and rich sound. It is well balanced between the strings and can support a wide range of bow techniques.

Varnish

The varnish we use is an oil-based varnish made with natural resins and pigments. Although the base formula has remained the same for several years, the results vary slightly each time, adding to the uniqueness of each instrument.

Dimensions

About G. Sgarabotto

Born in 1878 in Vicenza he began his career as self taught before moving to Milan where he worked for famous makers such as Riccardo Antoniazzi and Leandro Bisiach. This was the generation of makers who revived Italian violin making.

In 1926 he moved to Parma and was eventually given the opportunity to open his own violin making school here, the first of its kind in Italy. Here he passed on his skills to a number of talented makers here amongst his son Pietro who also became a renowned violin making master in his own right.

G.Sgarabotto both made new instruments as well as copies of famous instruments. His main inspiration was Antonio Stradivari and Nicolò Amati.

Personalize

If you decide to commission this model there are many ways in which we can personalize a violin just for you. Firstly if you decide to follow the construction from start to finish you can get to pick the set of wood from our selection you like and if you have particular desires in regards to materials we will do our utmost to accomodate your wishes.

If you have special ergonomic needs when it comes to neck shape, string length, set-up ecc. those are also things we can figure out together.

Shipping

We provide complimentary international shipping, along with full insurance coverage. Please note that VAT and customs duties may vary by country.

Payment

We support multiple payment options to suit your preferences. Should you have any inquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Wood

We exclusively use a selection of high-quality tonewoods when crafting our instruments. The maple wood is most commonly of Balkan origin, but we also use locally sourced Italian maple, known as Oppio, which has a higher density and a distinctive greyish hue that lends itself well to antique-style varnishes. Our spruce wood for the soundboard comes from Val di Fiemme, where a unique microclimate fosters a regular growth pattern, making it renowned worldwide for its use in instrument making.

Sound

Varnish

Dimensions

About A.Stradivari

Antonio Stradivari is probably the most famous of the Italian masters of Cremona. Born in 1644 little is known about his background and he may have started as a carpenter but his first datable instrument is from 1666. He had an extraordinary and successful career for the time period spanning seven decades in which he, with the help from his sons, produced nearly a thousands instruments. looking at how his style of making evolved over the years you get a sense of how methodical and innovative he was. Thanks to early instrument collector and expert count Cozio we also have a vast collection of the tools and templates preserved to this day. This gives us a unique insight into his methodology and craftsmanship.

Personalize

 If you decide to commission this model there are many ways in which we can personalize a violin just for you. Firstly if you decide to follow the construction from start to finish you can get to pick the set of wood from our selection you like and if you have particular desires in regards to materials we will do our utmost to accomodate your wishes.

If you have special ergonomic needs when it comes to neck shape, string length, set-up ecc. those are also things we can figure out together.

Shipping

Payment

We support multiple payment options to suit your preferences. Should you have any inquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Wood

We exclusively use a selection of high-quality tonewoods when crafting our instruments. The maple wood is most commonly of Balkan origin, but we also use locally sourced Italian maple, known as Oppio, which has a higher density and a distinctive greyish hue that lends itself well to antique-style varnishes. Our spruce wood for the soundboard comes from Val di Fiemme, where a unique microclimate fosters a regular growth pattern, making it renowned worldwide for its use in instrument making.

Sound

Varnish

Dimensions

About Guadagnini

G.B. Guadagnini was a violin maker born in 1711 and of this golden period in violin making he is considered one of the most famous makers alongside Antonio Stradivari and Giuseppe Guarneri ‘del Gesù’. He was extraordinarily successful during his lifetime and traveled around a great deal. That is why his instruments are categorized according to which city he built them in. He also spend a period of his life in Parma having the duke of Parma as his patron.

Personalize

If you decide to commission this model there are many ways in which we can personalize a violin just for you. Firstly if you decide to follow the construction from start to finish you can get to pick the set of wood from our selection you like and if you have particular desires in regards to materials we will do our utmost to accomodate your wishes.

If you have special ergonomic needs when it comes to neck shape, string length, set-up ecc. those are also things we can figure out together.

Shipping

We provide complimentary international shipping, along with full insurance coverage. Please note that VAT and customs duties may vary by country.

Payment

We support multiple payment options to suit your preferences. Should you have any inquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.