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Petko Stoinov 2008 Viola
This exquisite one-piece back 16" (406 mm) Stradivarius viola is made by Petko Stoinov, one of the finest luthiers in Europe. The instrument is carved from select European spruce and maple tone wood from the Balkans. The back and sides are crafted from special slab-cut maple wood that features incredibly beautiful flame pattern. Craftsmanship is flawless in every detail (see photos of the construction process below)! The viola is finished with a premium-quality pine-resin oil varnish skillfully brushed over a special coat of mineral ground following the method of David Rubio from England. Rubio has developed this advanced varnishing technique after many years of studying the genuine instruments of Stradivarius and Guarnerius. The finish renders a gorgeous warm golden-reddish color of stunning transparency and incredible optical depth. This viola sounds as impressive as it looks! The deep powerful tone reveals acoustic richness and maturity typically found in $12,000 - $13,000 modern Italian violas. Professional musicians will greatly appreciate this instrument! This fine viola comes equipped with beautiful hand-carved rosewood fittings. Strings are a combination of Larsen (for A), and Thomastic Dominant (for the rest). The instrument is labeled and branded on the inside, and accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity from the maker.
Stoinov only makes two "crazy back" high-flamed violins per year and they sell within days of becoming available. (They are also available by special order: contact us) Our price includes free shipping and free deluxe oblong case with hygrometer, string tube, etc. Take out on trial.
Price: $6490 USDOthers available
We now include shipping to US and Canada [returned instruments from trials: buyer pays shipping].
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About our Violins
All our violins have been carefully selected for their strong, clear tone and are luthier set up, including new bridge, soundpost and strings. Most used instruments have been upgraded with quality matching pegs, end button, tailpiece and chinrest.
Trades are considered towards the purchase price. Other instruments can be located and brought in upon request.
Regarding the authenticity of instrument labels, it is a tricky business to prove authenticity of instruments even for the finest luthiers. Sometimes the counterfeits can be finer than the originals! Therefore I regret that I cannot ensure the authenticity of used instruments unless they come with a certificate.
All instruments are sold as-is. An exception is with instruments with repaired cracks which open up, in which case we would have it repaired for you.
Trials
Trials are welcome in our shop (Salmon Arm, BC) or for 14 days in your home. More info
Orders
Place your order by email info@fiddleheads.ca . We accept Paypal for easy online payments.