This is an outstanding example of the violins made in Nippon in the early 20th century. The Japanese brought in some master violin makers from Germany to teach them, and the result was a great period of production of well-made violins in the German tradition but using domestic Japanese maple. Some have rather plain wood and varnish and some, like this one, have beautiful wood and rather nice varnish. The sound is almost always good. This violin has plenty of power and a clean, precise sound that carries well. It’s pleasantly dark and rich.
The violin comes with a set of Wittner pegs and Rondo strings. Cases and bows are available upon request.
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