Affordable Violins Under $2000: Quality and Craftsmanship at Vermont Violins
Looking for a high-quality violins? Eastman Strings, Snow Strings, Gatchell Violins, Maple Leaf Strings, and other reputable makers offer violins for sale for up to $2000. These instruments are carefully crafted with fine materials and attention to detail, producing rich and warm tones that can satisfy the needs of both beginner and intermediate players. Whether you're looking for a student violin or an upgrade, there are many affordable options available from these trusted makers.
At Vermont Violins, we are thrilled to share an inventory of violins that boasts a warm and resonant tone that is perfect for both beginner and intermediate players. The fingerboard, tailpiece, and pegs are all made from high-quality materials, which not only gives the instrument a sleek look but also helps protect against wear and tear. Each violin comes equipped with good strings, making it the perfect choice for players looking for a dependable and affordable instrument. Visit us at Vermont Violins to try out these violins for yourself!
Revelle 600 Violin
Made of mature seasoned European maple and spruce, the Revelle 600 is 100% sound adjusted in the U.S. for optimum performance. Made by highly-trained violin makers. Perfect for the advanced student performer or adult amateur, it boasts elegant performance and responsive playability.
Specs for Set-up Intrument:
Hand applied old-world antique oil varnish
Hand-crafted European spruce
Hand-crafted European flames maple back, sides, neck and scroll
Seasoned ebony fittings
Ebony tailpiece with a Wittner Hill-style string adjuster
Hand-carved French made Despiau one tree bridge (Grade C)
Thomastik-Infeld Dominant Pro strings
The violin will arrive ready to play out of the box.
Outfit Includes:
Deluxe Oblong Case
Revelle Phoenix bow: balance and responsive, high-grade braided carbon fiber bow
American made Revelle Magic Rosin
A Best-In-Class Value. Satisfaction is guaranteed. Warranty
Here is the info on the REV700 violin:
Specs for Set-up Instrument:
Hand applied old world oil varnish
Hand-crafted European spruce
Hand-crafted European flames maple back, sides, neck and scroll
Seasoned ebony fittings
Ebony tailpiece with a Wittner Hill-style string adjuster
Hand-carved French made Despiau three tree bridge (Grade A)
Thomastik Infeld Rondo violin strings
The violin will arrive ready to play out of the box.
Outift Includes:
Wood Shell Deluxe Oblong Case
Revelle Phoenix bow: balance and responsive. high-grade woven carbon fiber bow
American made Revelle Magic Rosin
A Best-In-Class Value. Satisfaction is guaranteed. Warranty.
Note: It takes approximately 7 to 14 working days to ship consignment products, depending on the type, location, and shipping considerations.
Jurgen Klier Violin.
"Special USA import from the House of Weaver, the Jurgen Klier violins are an excellent entry into German violinmaking. Crafted from moderately figured, two piece maple with a medium-grained spruce top....all European woods of course. This violin was made in 2006 and has had only two owners. It is in excellent condition with nary a scratch on her. It is rare to find excellent modern German crafted violins at this price and it's condition makes it an excellent choice for an advancing player. Deep resonant tones that projects well allows expressive performance across the full range of voice.
The Revelle 305 violin is the ideal instrument for the improving student looking for an instrument with good quality and value. Made by highly-trained violin makers.
Specs of Set-up Instrument:
Hand Crafted overseas.
Hand rubbed oil varnish.
Fully carved European spruce top
Fully carved European maple back, sides, neck and scroll.
Seasoned ebony fittings.
Thomastik-Infeld Alphayue strings
Seasoned French Despiau maple bridge.
Wittner Ultra tailpiece
The violin will arrive ready to play out of the box.
Outfit:
Deluxe Shaped violin case
Revelle Rook carbon composite bow
American made Revelle Magic Rosin
A Best-In-Class Value. Satisfaction is guaranteed. Warranty.
REV500 Violin
Specs of Set-up Instrument:
Hand applied old-world antique oil varnish
Hand-crafted European spruce top
Hand-crafted European flames maple back, sides, neck and scroll
Seasoned ebony fittings
Wittner Ultra tailpiece
Seasoned French Despiau bridge
Thomastik-Infeld Dominant strings
The violin will arrive ready to play out of the box.
Outfit:
Deluxe Oblong Case
Revelle Raven bow: balanced and responsive, high-grade carbon fiber bow
American made Revelle Magic Rosin
A Best-In-Class Value. Satisfaction is guaranteed. Warranty.
Soloists worldwide know the original Guarneri del Gesu violins as among the finest creations ever produced, with only Stradivari violins regarded as equals. Niccolo Paganini's "Il Cannone" Guarneri of 1743 was a legendary extension of his technical wizardry. The Core Select "Cannon" model is inspired by the robust, spontaneous workmanship of the original and now available for any player to enjoy. Adjusted with Larsen Virtuoso strings.
Body length - 353 mm; Upper Bout - 166 mm; Lower Bout - 206 mm.
Experience the artistry. Meticulously crafted from seasoned spruce and maple. This instrument boasts a rich, warm tone that's perfect for both students and aspiring musicians. The vibrant ruby red varnish, hand-applied for durability and beauty, makes this violin a true standout.
This violin is sold as an outfit, complete with case and bow!
A violin that seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with modern features. The seasoned spruce top and maple back create a resonant, warm tone ideal for both students and aspiring musicians. The hand-applied golden-brown varnish adds a touch of sophistication while ensuring durability.
A violin made from seasoned spruce and flamed curly maple, this instrument delivers exceptional tone and responsiveness. The professional-quality spirit varnish enhances the natural beauty of the wood, while the ebony fittings add a touch of elegance.
Crafted from seasoned spruce and flamed curly maple. This 4/4 instrument features exquisite Parisian eye pegs and end button, complemented by an ebony Guarneri chinrest for unparalleled comfort and aesthetics. The professional spirit varnish enhances the natural beauty of the wood, while the Wittner tailpiece and Maple Leaf Strings Fortizzo strings ensure precise tuning and a vibrant, responsive tone.
• Decorated boxwood fittings, Wittner tailpiece with a single fine tuner and Aubert 7 bridge
• Maple Leaf Strings Fortizzo perlon core strings
• Professional quality hand-applied spirit and oil mixed varnish
• Fully hand-carved medium figure Grade A seasoned spruce top and flamed curly maple back that have been dried for 4-5 years
• Premium advanced student graduation pattern
MLS500
Violin: 1/8-4/4
Based on the famous Guarneri del Gesù violin owned by Henri Vieuxtemps, the Maple Leaf Strings Vieuxtemps violin captures many of the visual and aural attributes of the original masterpiece.
• Boxwood fittings, Wittner tailpiece with a single fine tuner and Aubert 7 bridge
• Maple Leaf Strings Fortizzo perlon core strings
• Fully hand-carved medium figure Grade A seasoned spruce top and flamed curly maple back that have been dried for 4-5 years
• Premium advanced student graduation pattern
MLS450
Violin 4/4
• Ebony fittings, with a single Wittner fine tuner and Aubert 7 bridge
• Maple Leaf Strings Fortizzo perlon core strings
• Professional quality hand-applied spirit and oil mixed varnish, shaded with a defined edge color pattern with a textured antique style defined by craqueler
• Fully hand-carved highly figured Grade AA seasoned spruce top and flamed curly maple back that have been dried for 4-5 years
• Premium advanced student graduation pattern
MLS505
Violin 4/4
• Ebony pegs, Guarneri chinrest and tailpiece with Wittner single fine tuner and Aubert 7 bridge
• Maple Leaf Strings Fortizzo perlon core strings
• Professional quality hand-applied spirit and oil mixed varnish, shaded with a defined edge color pattern
• Fully hand-carved highly figured Grade AA seasoned spruce top and flamed curly maple back that have been dried for 4-5 years
• Premium advanced student Stradivarius graduation pattern
MLS515
Violin 4/4
• Ebony pegs, Guarneri chinrest and tailpiece with Wittner single fine tuner and Aubert 7 bridge
• Thomastik Dominant strings
• Professional quality hand-applied spirit and oil mixed varnish with no antiquing, shaded with a blended color pattern
• Fully hand-carved highly figured Grade AA seasoned Chinese spruce top and Burled maple back that have been dried for 4-5 years
• Advanced student Stradivarius graduation pattern
MLS530
Size: 4/4
When the Wood Itself Is the Work of Art
Most violins derive their visual appeal from varnish color, decorative inlay, or the figured flame of a well-matched maple back. The Maple Leaf Strings Burled Maple Violin operates on an entirely different aesthetic register. It is one of the few instruments in the advancing student category where the back plate alone is genuinely arresting — a piece of tonewoood so visually distinctive that players and teachers routinely pick it up simply to look at it more closely.
That experience is not incidental. It is the point.
Understanding Burled Maple
Burl is not a species of wood. It is an attribute — a growth anomaly that develops in certain trees under specific conditions, producing a section of dramatically swirling, knotted grain that is unlike anything found elsewhere in the tree. Burled maple is notoriously difficult to source in the grades required for violin-making: the wood must be acoustically viable (stable, resonant, and properly seasoned) while also displaying the visually complex figure that makes burl so extraordinary.
The MLS530 features a highly figured burled maple back that has been air-dried for four to five years before use — a seasoning period that removes residual moisture, stabilizes the wood against environmental change, and begins the long process of acoustic development that makes older tonewoods progressively more resonant over decades of playing. This is not a shortcut material. This is a back plate that took years to be ready.
The result is a visual experience players describe as getting lost in the wood — an ever-shifting landscape of curl, swirl, and figure that catches light differently from every angle and captures the imagination in a way that no straightforward flame-maple instrument can replicate.
Tonal Character: Exquisite in Wood, Exquisite in Sound
The burled maple back is not merely a visual choice — it is an acoustic one. The density and figure complexity of high-grade burled maple contributes to a warm, rich, full-bodied tonal character with excellent color across registers. Players consistently note that the MLS530 produces particularly beautiful overtones in the upper positions — a warmth that brings out tone color in a way that rewards advancing technique.
The Grade AA seasoned Chinese spruce top complements the back with clarity and articulation, providing a voice that is open and responsive to bow dynamics. Together, the combination produces an instrument that, as our specialists note, genuinely sounds as beautiful as it looks.
Construction & Fittings
The MLS530 is fully hand-carved using an advanced Stradivarius graduation pattern — the precise plate-thickness profiling that underpins the tonal architecture of a true Strad copy. The varnish is a professional hand-applied oil-spirit mix, applied without artificial antiquing, shaded in a blended color pattern that allows the burled maple to speak for itself without visual interference.
Who Is the Burled Maple For?
This is the violin for the advancing student who wants something better than what they currently have and wants to hold onto it for a long time. For the serious amateur who plays for the love of it and deserves an instrument that rewards that commitment. And for the player who has walked into many shops, tried many violins at this price point, and found them acoustically adequate but visually forgettable — and who deserves something that captures the eyes and the imagination every time it comes out of the case.
An Investment Instrument — Consider Financing
The MLS530 sits at the heart of the advancing student price range. For a player stepping up from a beginner instrument, this represents a meaningful but highly justifiable investment — one our specialists consider genuinely excellent value for the quality of wood, construction, and setup on offer.
As our team notes: instrument prices are moving upward, driven by material costs, shipping, and tariffs. Financing locks your price today and spreads it into a monthly payment that is, for most players, entirely manageable. At five-year terms, a violin in this price range can become budget-friendly on a monthly basis. Use our financing calculator to see your precise payment — the numbers consistently surprise people. And unlike money sitting in a savings account losing ground to inflation, a well-chosen instrument holds or appreciates in value over time.
• Ebony pegs, Guarneri chinrest and tailpiece with Wittner single fine tuner and Aubert 7 bridge
• Thomastik Dominant strings
• Professional quality hand-applied spirit and oil mixed varnish, shaded with a blended color pattern
• Fully hand-carved with attractive decorative inlays
• Premium advanced student Guarneri graduation pattern
MLS540
Size: 4/4
The Most Ornamented Stradivari — Faithfully Reproduced
Of all the violins Antonio Stradivari built across his six-decade career, the Hellier stands apart — not merely as a great-sounding instrument, but as a work of visual art unlike virtually anything else he ever made. Stradivari was, by instinct, a restrained craftsman. His greatest instruments derive their beauty from proportion, varnish depth, and the natural figure of their tonewood — not from decoration. The Hellier is the singular, magnificent exception.
Completed during Stradivari's early period — after his so-called amatisé phase but before the golden period instruments that would define his legend — the Hellier is slightly smaller than his later canonical models. It bears the name of Sir Samuel Hellyer, an English gentleman who acquired the instrument around 1730–1740, and who commissioned (or inherited) what remains one of the most visually arresting violins in history.
The Ornamentation: A Masterwork of Inlay
The Hellier's defining feature — and the reason it has been copied more widely than nearly any other Stradivari — is its extraordinary decorative program. The ribs and scroll are inlaid with an intricate black purfling line that departs from the straight border of a conventional violin and instead swirls into elaborate floral patterns across the instrument's surface. The purfling itself resolves into diamonds and circles, the knot-points of which were inlaid in the original with ivory.
Contemporary reproductions — including this Maple Leaf Strings version — substitute ethically sourced synthetic materials for the ivory, as all reputable makers do today. The visual effect, however, is faithful to the original: a violin that does not merely sit in a room but commands it.
Historical reproductions of the Hellier at the highest levels of craftsmanship trade into the many thousands of dollars. The Maple Leaf Strings MLS540 brings that iconic aesthetic and its foundational tonal character to the advancing player at a price point that is genuinely accessible — and genuinely remarkable for what it delivers.
Construction & Sound
The MLS540 is fully hand-carved — not machine-pressed, not laminated — using a premium advanced Guarneri graduation pattern. The Guarneri graduation (the specific thickness profiling of the top and back plates) produces a voice that is slightly warmer and fuller in the midrange compared to a strict Strad graduation, complementing the ornamental character of the instrument with a sound that is as rich as it looks.
The varnish is hand-applied using a professional oil-spirit mixed formula, shaded in a blended color pattern that creates depth and visual warmth without artificial antiquing. This approach closely mirrors what Stradivari himself used — layered, translucent coats that deepen in character over years of playing and exposure to light.
Every MLS540 ships with a professional setup and Thomastik Dominant strings — the benchmark string set trusted by advancing students, educators, and professionals worldwide for their even response, warm tone, and reliability across temperature and humidity variations.
Who Is the Hellier For?
This is what Vermont Violins' specialists describe as a consistent advancing instrument — well beyond the capability ceiling of a beginner violin, but positioned realistically as a serious student or amateur-level instrument rather than a conservatory-tier professional. It is the answer for the player who has progressed past their rental outfit or their first purchase violin, and who wants something that will support developing technique over the long term while being genuinely beautiful to look at and play.
It suits equally well the player drawn to visual distinction — the musician who understands that an instrument is part of their artistic identity, and that the Hellier's extraordinary ornamentation makes it one of the most recognizable and admired violins at any price point in this range.
Financing is available. As instrument prices continue to rise in response to tariffs, shipping costs, and material inflation, financing locks your price today and spreads it into manageable monthly payments — often equivalent to what many people spend on a single meal out. Use the financing calculator - CLICK HERE to see your exact payment.
Does not include bow or case.
Perhaps the finest entry point a beginner violinist can have, the Eastman 100 is a wonderfully well crafted violin, consistent for its large, vibrant tone and responsive handling. All genuine ebony fittings, inlaid purfling, and a French bridge round out this instrument to offer a clear and excellent choice. The amber tone of the varnish will entice all players, young and old. Available in all sizes 1/32 - 4/4.
Finish:High-Gloss Varnish
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Ebony
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:4/4 - 1/16
Does not include bow or case.
THE FIRST VIOLIN THAT TAKES YOUNG MUSICIANS SERIOUSLY.
The violin that a child begins on will shape their relationship with music for years. A poorly made instrument — one that resists their bow, sounds thin and nasal under their uncertain fingers, and feels physically awkward in their hands — can end a musical journey before it begins. The Andreas Eastman VL200 in small fractional sizes was built with that understanding at its core.
At Vermont Violins, these are the instruments we put in the hands of our youngest beginners. They are the backbone of our fractional rental programme, and they represent our clearest possible endorsement: we would not rent out an instrument we would not recommend for purchase.
Built for Young Players.
Available in all sizes.
Finish:Shaded Spirit Varnish
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:European or Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:European or Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Boxwood
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:4/4 - 1/16
One of the most persistent myths in string instrument retail is that a child's instrument needs to be "good enough for now." The truth is precisely the opposite. A beginning student — especially a young child — is the player who most needs a high-quality, accurately set-up instrument. They lack the technique to compensate for a poorly fitted nut, an incorrectly angled neck, or a bridge that sits a millimetre too high. These are not academic distinctions; they determine whether learning feels achievable or frustrating.
The VL200 in fractional sizes is built to the same specifications as the full-size model. The same solid ebony fingerboard. The same genuine hand-inlaid purfling. The same European or Chinese spruce top, graduated to vibrate freely. The same Despiau or Aubert bridge, fitted with precision. The geometry is accurate, the setup is consistent, and the sound — even from a 1/16 violin held by a five-year-old — is recognisably musical.
Why Setup Matters More Than Anything Else
Even a well-made instrument benefits from the attention of a skilled luthier who can verify neck projection, fit the bridge precisely, check string height at the nut and saddle, and ensure the soundpost is correctly positioned. These adjustments are invisible on a spec sheet, but they are the difference between an instrument that a child can actually play and one that discourages them.
Eastman instruments arrive in consistently good condition from the factory — which is why we trust them with our rental programme. We send back almost none. That consistency is the result of Eastman's manufacturing process and quality control, and it reflects the company's reputation as one of the world's most respected student instrument makers.
The Vermont Violins Verdict
For a young child beginning their string instrument journey, the Eastman VL200 in the appropriate fractional size is our first recommendation — consistently, without reservation. It is the instrument we trust with our own programme, and it is the instrument we recommend to the families who trust us with their children's musical education.
Does not include bow or case.
THE BEGINNER VIOLIN WE RECOMMEND MORE THAN ANY OTHER.
When parents, teachers, and adult learners ask us — after decades of selling and renting string instruments — what the single best violin is for someone starting out, our answer is consistent: the Andreas Eastman VL200.
That is not a reflexive answer. Vermont Violins was one of Eastman Strings' very first customers. We have sold and rented these instruments in the hundreds. We send back almost none of them. They arrive consistently well-built, consistently well-finished, and consistently ready for the modest adjustments that bring out their best performance. That track record of reliability is itself a recommendation.
Available in all sizes.
Outfit includes a Holst fiberglass bow with genuine horsehair and a sturdy cloth-covered, shaped case with ample interior space to house your tuner, shoulder rest, rosin and other accessories.
Finish: Shaded Spirit Varnish
Fingerboard: Ebony
Top: European or Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs: European or Chinese Maple
Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge: Despiau or Aubert
Fittings: Boxwood
Available Patterns: Stradivari
Available Sizes: 4/4 - 1/16
Who Is This Violin For?
The VL200 is the entry point to Eastman Strings' Step-Up student line — a designation that means something. This is not an instrument designed to be discarded after a year. It is built to carry a student through the early and intermediate stages of their development, responding well enough to grow with them and sound well enough to sustain their motivation.
We use the VL200 as the foundation of our rental programme precisely because of those qualities. A beginner on a poorly made instrument faces a hidden obstacle: the instrument itself resists them. An instrument with too much wood in the top, imprecise neck projection, or a poorly fitted bridge will sound nasal, respond sluggishly, and demand more bow pressure than a beginner can confidently apply. The VL200 does not create those problems. Its geometry is accurate, its response is generous, and even a tentative bow stroke produces a sound that is recognisably musical.
Construction & Materials
Every detail of the VL200's construction is selected to deliver acoustic performance and long-term durability at a student-accessible price:
Top: European or Chinese Spruce — carved to a graduation that allows the top to vibrate freely, producing the open, resonant response beginners need to develop good bow technique.
Back & Ribs: European or Chinese Maple — providing structural rigidity and the reflective quality that contributes to the instrument's projection.
Fingerboard: Solid Ebony — hard-wearing, smooth under the fingers, and acoustically neutral. Many instruments at this price point use painted softwood; the VL200 does not.
Purfling: Genuine hand-inlaid — a hallmark of careful construction. Inlaid purfling reinforces the top against cracks radiating from the edges; decorative-only purfling provides none of that protection.
Bridge: Despiau or Aubert — two of the most respected bridge makers in the industry. A well-fitted bridge from either maker is the single largest determinant of an instrument's playability and tone after the top graduation.
Fittings: Boxwood
Finish: Shaded Spirit Varnish — applied in a manner that allows the top and back to vibrate freely, rather than dampening their resonance as thick lacquer finishes can.
Pattern: Stradivari
Sound Character
The VL200 produces a bright, uplifting tone with strong overtone presence and good projection. It fills a room. For young players — who often play tentatively and benefit enormously from an instrument that rewards light bow contact with real sound — this responsiveness is not a luxury; it is a pedagogical asset. A child who hears themselves produce a full, warm tone is a child who practises. An instrument that fights them does not.
The Vermont Violins Verdict
We have built our rental programme around this instrument. We recommend it to more beginners than any other violin we carry. If you are looking for one answer to "what is the best violin to start on," the Eastman VL200 is ours — consistent, well-made, responsive, and priced fairly.
The beginning of Eastman Strings Step-Up line of student violins, this is our preferred starting point for a beginner violinist. You’ll play this violin for years before needing more…it has a string, resonant response and offers a tone rich in vibrant overtone. A great instrument for anyone who has a discerning ear and wants to appreciate their violin well into the intermediate level of play. Available in all sizes.
Outfit includes a Holst fiberglass bow with genuine horsehair and a sturdy cloth-covered, shaped case with ample interior space to house your tuner, shoulder rest, rosin and other accessories.
Finish:Shaded Spirit Varnish
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:European or Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:European or Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Boxwood
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:4/4 - 1/16
Perhaps the finest entry point a beginner violinist can have, the Eastman 100 is a wonderfully well crafted violin, consistent for its large, vibrant tone and responsive handling. All genuine ebony fittings, inlaid purfling, and a French bridge round out this instrument to offer a clear and excellent choice. The amber tone of the varnish will entice all players, young and old. Available in all sizes 1/32 - 4/4.
Outfit includes a Holst fiberglass bow with genuine horsehair and a sturdy cloth-covered, shaped case with ample interior space to house your tuner, shoulder rest, rosin and other accessories.
Finish:High-Gloss Varnish
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Ebony
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:4/4 - 1/16
Does not include bow or case.
One of our most popular instruments and one you will love to play for years and years! The strong tonal response, complex and balanced in the upper positions, combines with an artful antiqued finish to make this an instrument to fall in love with. Available in 1/4 - 4/4 sizes.
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:European or Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:European or Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Ebony
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:1/4 - 4/4 (7/8 included)
Does not include bow or case.
One of our most popular instruments and one you will love to play for years and years! The strong tonal response, complex and balanced in the upper positions, combines with an artful antiqued finish to make this an instrument to fall in love with. Available in 1/4 - 4/4 sizes.
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:European or Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:European or Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Ebony
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:1/4 - 4/4 (7/8 included)
One of our most popular instruments and one you will love to play for years and years! The strong tonal response, complex and balanced in the upper positions, combines with an artful antiqued finish to make this an instrument to fall in love with. Available in 1/4 - 4/4 sizes.
Outfit includes a Cadenza Carbon Fiber bow and shaped, cloth covered case. Bow is dynamic and well balanced for advanced play. Case is well suited to hold all your accessories!
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:European or Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:European or Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Ebony
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:1/4 - 4/4 (7/8 included)
One of our most popular instruments and one you will love to play for years and years! The strong tonal response, complex and balanced in the upper positions, combines with an artful antiqued finish to make this an instrument to fall in love with. Available in 1/4 - 4/4 sizes.
Outfit includes a Cadenza Carbon Fiber bow and shaped, cloth covered case. Bow is dynamic and well balanced for advanced play. Case is well suited to hold all your accessories!
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:European or Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:European or Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Ebony
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:1/4 - 4/4 (7/8 included)
One of our most popular instruments and one you will love to play for years and years! The strong tonal response, complex and balanced in the upper positions, combines with an artful antiqued finish to make this an instrument to fall in love with. Available in 1/4 - 4/4 sizes.
Outfit includes a Cadenza Carbon Fiber bow and shaped, cloth covered case. Bow is dynamic and well balanced for advanced play. Case is well suited to hold all your accessories!
Fingerboard:Ebony
Top:European or Chinese Spruce
Back/Ribs:European or Chinese Maple
Purfling:Genuine Hand-inlaid
Bridge:Despiau or Aubert
Fittings:Ebony
Available Patterns:Stradivari
Available Sizes:1/4 - 4/4 (7/8 included)
Does not include bow or case.
Fine Romanian violin crafted from Carpathian tonewoods for an advancing player. All European tonewood, built in Romania and varnished by hand in spirit by Eastman Strings. Fully antique finish, with aged patina.
Exceptional set up
Inlaid purfling
Spirit varnish
Aubert or Despiau bridge
Dominant strings
All-Ebony fittings: fingerboard, pegs, chinrest, nut and saddle
Stradivari pattern
Fully Antiqued
Does not include bow or case.
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Andreas Eastman model VL405 violins features a varnish that emulates the exceptional varnishes from master workshops in Markneukirchen, Germany a century ago. These workshops distinguished themselves by developing some of the best varnishes of the modern era, and we have employed their varnish recipes and techniques to achieve old world results.
· Finish: Antiqued Spirit Varnish
· Fingerboard: Ebony
· Top: European or Chinese Spruce
· Back/Ribs: European or Chinese Maple
· Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
· Bridge: Despiau 2 Tree
· Fittings: Boxwood with Ebony Trim
· Available Sizes:4/4 - ½
Does not include bow or case.
Exclusive Pricing For Online Store. No Rental Credits Can Be Used Towards Online Purchases.
Each Premier Upgrade Instrument Includes
Evah Pirazzi Strings
Wittner Pegs
Professional Tonal Adjustment
Andreas Eastman model VL405 violins features a varnish that emulates the exceptional varnishes from master workshops in Markneukirchen, Germany a century ago. These workshops distinguished themselves by developing some of the best varnishes of the modern era, and we have employed their varnish recipes and techniques to achieve old world results.
· Finish: Antiqued Spirit Varnish
· Fingerboard: Ebony
· Top: European or Chinese Spruce
· Back/Ribs: European or Chinese Maple
· Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
· Bridge: Despiau 2 Tree
· Fittings: Boxwood with Ebony Trim
· Available Sizes:4/4 - ½
Does not include bow or case.
Exclusive Pricing For Online Store. No Rental Credits Can Be Used Towards Online Purchases.
Josef H Regh violins are handcrafted of select German tonewoods, producing clear even tone. This violin features red brown hand applied antique style multi-layer spirit varnish, ebony fingerboard and fittings.
· Finish: Antiqued Spirit Varnish
· Fingerboard: Ebony
· Top: European or Chinese Spruce
· Back/Ribs: European or Chinese Maple
· Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
· Bridge: Despiau 2 Tree
· Fittings: Ebony
· Available Sizes:4/4 - 1/2
Exclusive Pricing For Online Store. No Rental Credits Can Be Used Towards Online Purchases.
Each Premier Upgrade Instrument Includes
Evah Pirazzi Strings
Wittner Pegs
Josef H Regh violins are handcrafted of select German tonewoods, producing clear even tone. This violin features red brown hand applied antique style multi-layer spirit varnish, ebony fingerboard and fittings.
· Finish: Antiqued Spirit Varnish
· Fingerboard: Ebony
· Top: European or Chinese Spruce
· Back/Ribs: European or Chinese Maple
· Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
· Bridge: Despiau 2 Tree
· Fittings: Ebony
· Available Sizes:4/4 - 1/2
Does not include bow or case.
Exclusive Pricing For Online Store. No Rental Credits Can Be Used Towards Online Purchases.
Jean-Pierre Lupot model VL501 violins are made with a well flamed maple back and a select spruce top. The elegantly antiqued multi-layer spirit varnish features a reddish pigment with deep red wine hues. Each model VL501 is constructed with a select spruce top and well-flamed maple back, sides and scroll.
· Finish: Antiqued Spirit Varnish
· Fingerboard: Ebony
· Top: European or Chinese Spruce
· Back/Ribs: European or Chinese Maple
· Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
· Bridge: Despiau 1 Tree
· Fittings: Ebony with Gold Trim
· Available Sizes: 4/4 - 7/8
Exclusive Pricing For Online Store. No Rental Credits Can Be Used Towards Online Purchases.
Each Premier Upgrade Instrument Includes
Evah Pirazzi Strings
Wittner Pegs
Jean-Pierre Lupot model VL501 violins are made with a well flamed maple back and a select spruce top. The elegantly antiqued multi-layer spirit varnish features a reddish pigment with deep red wine hues. Each model VL501 is constructed with a select spruce top and well-flamed maple back, sides and scroll.
· Finish: Antiqued Spirit Varnish
· Fingerboard: Ebony
· Top: European or Chinese Spruce
· Back/Ribs: European or Chinese Maple
· Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
· Bridge: Despiau 1 Tree
· Fittings: Ebony with Gold Trim
· Available Sizes: 4/4 - 7/8
Does not include bow or case. Exclusive Pricing For Online Store. No Rental Credits Can Be Used Towards Online Purchases.
Albert Nebel model VL601 violins are crafted from aged European tonewoods and are have a hand applied antique style multi-layer spirit varnish. They offer quality sound and playability at a modest price. They also feature ebony pegs, fingerboard and chinrest.
· Finish: Antiqued Spirit Varnish
· Fingerboard: Ebony
· Top: German Spruce
· Back/Ribs: German Maple
· Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
· Bridge: Despiau 2 Tree
· Fittings: Ebony
· Available Patterns: Stradivari, Guarneri
· Available Sizes: 4/4
Does not include bow or case.
Exclusive Pricing For Online Store. No Rental Credits Can Be Used Towards Online Purchases.
Each Premier Upgrade Instrument Includes
Evah Pirazzi Strings
Wittner Pegs
Albert Nebel model VL601 violins are crafted from aged European tonewoods and are have a hand applied antique style multi-layer spirit varnish. They offer quality sound and playability at a modest price. They also feature ebony pegs, fingerboard and chinrest.
· Finish: Antiqued Spirit Varnish
· Fingerboard: Ebony
· Top: German Spruce
· Back/Ribs: German Maple
· Purfling: Genuine Hand-inlaid
· Bridge: Despiau 2 Tree
· Fittings: Ebony
· Available Patterns: Stradivari, Guarneri
· Available Sizes: 4/4
Entire instruments are hand-rubbed and antique varnished. Italian spruce top and maple back for a warm and smooth tone.
Made with beautifully figured select tone woods. Italian spruce top and an enhanced flamed maple back, very attractive antique look. Warm response with unique character and tremendous tone.
CORE-A11
Core Academy Violin
Student quality violin. Plain maple back and sides, spruce top, inlaid purfling, and ebony fingerboard, nut & saddle. Includes ebony pegs and endbutton, French bridge, composite tailpiece with 4 integrated tuners, side mount chinrest, and D'Addario Prelude strings. 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/10 & 1/16 sizes available. Comes with bow and case.
Core Academy Violin
Better student quality violin. Lightly flamed maple back and sides, spruce top, inlaid purfling, and ebony fingerboard, nut & saddle. Includes ebony pegs and endbutton, French bridge, composite tailpiece with integrated tuners, side mount chinrest, and D'Addario Prelude strings. 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/10, & 1/16 sizes available. Case and bow included.
Embark on a melodic journey with the Wilfer Violin – where tradition meets innovation in perfect harmony. Crafted with meticulous care, each Wilfer masterpiece exudes a passion for excellence. Discover a world of rich tones, effortless playability, and timeless elegance that defines the Wilfer legacy. Elevate your musical artistry with an instrument that captures the essence of craftsmanship, inviting you to weave your own musical tales.
Core Academy Violin
Core Academy Violin
100% European wood! Better student quality violin. Flamed maple back and sides, spruce top, inlaid purfling, and ebony fingerboard, nut & saddle. Includes ebony pegs and endbutton, French bridge, composite tailpiece with integrated tuners, side mount chinrest, and D'Addario Prelude strings. 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/10, & 1/16 sizes available.
This instrument is one of a new line of early to intermediate student violins produced in Germany by the GEWA workshop. The dark brown finish has many customers convinced the violin was built in the 1800s! It has a big, open, ringing tone that makes it easy to identify the pitch and works well for old-time and New England fiddle literature. This violin speaks quickly and fits comfortably in your hand.
Core Select Violin
Aged spruce, medium flamed maple, attractive red-brown finish slightly opaque for intriguing appearance. Includes boxwood pegs and endbutton, Despiau “C” level French bridge, boxwood tailpiece with E tuner, Guarneri model ebony chinrest, and Thomastik Dominant A, D, & G strings with Pirastro Gold Label E (loop end). 4/4 only.
HOWARD CORE KR30 AUGUST F. KOHR ROMANIAN VIOLIN - SIZE 4/4
August F. Kohr model. Better graduated top and back of selected spruce and well-flamed maple. The warm, pleasant character of sound is perfectly suited to orchestral and chamber music, and for soloists in search of a smooth, silky upper register with good sound projection and quick response. Red-brown varnish subtly shaded. Ebony Parisian eye pegs and endbutton, Despiau "B" level bridge, ebony tailpiece, ebony Guarneri model chinrest. Evah strings. 4/4 size only. Made in Romania.
Core Conservatory Violin
Advancing-level violin with European spruce top, maple back & sides. Includes ebony Parisian eye pegs and endbutton, Despiau "C" level French bridge, ebony tailpiece with E tuner, Guarneri model ebony chinrest, and Thomastik Dominant A, D, & G strings with Pirastro Gold Label E (loop end). 4/4, 3/4, & 1/2 sizes available.
Core Select Violin
Crafted of Chinese maple and European spruce, tastefully antiqued light gold-brown to gold-amber hand applied spirit varnish. Medium-dark tone color with a strong, clear voice with good projection. Fitted with ebony Parisian eye pegs and endbutton, ebony tailpiece, Despiau "C" level French bridge, and Guarneri model ebony chinrest. Adjusted with Evah strings.
Core Select Violin
Authentic Stradivari violins are still being played by the world's greatest violinists, and the 1703 "Emiliani" Strad is a fine example. Named after a famous 19th-century Italian violinist from Bologna, Cesare Emiliani, the beautiful tone of this violin continues to dazzle audiences around the globe, and inspires this modern interpretation. Upgraded to Peter Infeld violin strings and premium rosewood fittings. Body length - 354 mm; Upper Bout - 168 mm; Lower Bout - 206 mm.
Core Select Violin
Aged European spruce and flamed maple, reddish-amber varnish, antiqued. Includes ebony Parisian eye pegs and endbutton, Despiau "C" level French bridge, ebony tailpiece with E tuner, Guarneri model ebony chinrest, and Thomastik Dominant A, D, & G strings with Pirastro Gold Label E (loop end).
Core Select Violin
Well aged European spruce and nicely flamed maple, rich reddish-amber varnish tastefully antiqued. Includes ebony Parisian eye pegs and endbutton, Despiau "B" level French bridge, ebony tailpiece with E tuner, Guarneri model ebony chinrest, Evah violin strings. 4/4 only.
Core Select Violin
The elegant one-piece back of gently-flamed maple catches the eye, and the pure, angelic voice of this Core Select model captures the spirit of Stradivari?s 1707 "La Cathedrale". The patiently-seasoned top spruce gives the player a vibrant, flexible response capable of a variety of styles. Adjusted with Evah strings. Body length - 354 mm; Upper Bout - 167 mm; Lower Bout - 207 mm.
Core Select Violin
Not just another Guarneri model, the example from c.1730 played by Fritz Kreisler is considered one of Guarneri del Gesu's first signature creations which marked the beginning of his golden period. The unique outline and arching are bold stylistically and acoustically. This Core Select reproduction is a worthy match for violinists embracing Kreisler's warm and expressive playing style. Adjusted with Evah strings. Body length - 355 mm; Upper Bout - 165 mm; Lower Bout - 201 mm.
Core Select Violin
The "Soil" Stradivari of 1714 may be the most seen and heard violin of this generation having been played by the great Itzhak Perlman for nearly 30 years. Named after Amedee Soil, a late 19th century Belgian collector, this is a beautiful reproduction crafted with special care in the archings and graduations for a brilliant, singing quality. The fiery flaming ascends from the center back joint and is highlighted by the rich varnish. These violins speak clearly and quickly with a sparkling, powerful voice ideal for serious players. Adjusted with Evah strings. Body length - 352 mm; Upper Bout - 162 mm; Lower Bout - 206.5 mm.
Core Select Violin
An accessible introduction to the Dragon line, this affordable yet capable instrument possesses all the qualities needed to make a fine performance level instrument: medium-dark tone, fast response and a clear, even voice throughout. The appearance has been a hit with its moderate flaming, mildly antiqued varnish, with a medium brown to red-brown color of medium luster giving it a naturally-worn patina. Boxwood fittings with Guarneri model chinrest, Despiau "C" level bridge, adjusted with Thomastik Dominant A, D, & G strings with Pirastro Gold Label E (ball end). 4/4 size only.
Core Select Violin
A very nice combination of sweetness and power; responsive at all dynamic levels - a great value in performance-level violins. The maple has more pronounced flaming, and prepared with a golden ground, the amber-brown varnish is gently antiqued for an elegant appearance. Boxwood fittings with Guarneri model chinrest, Despiau "C" level bridge, adjusted with Thomastik Dominant A, D, & G strings with Pirastro Gold Label E (ball end). 4/4 size only.
Core Select Violin
The ultimate Dragon, the bold tone and soloistic projection will make a lasting impression for both the performer and the audience. Beautifully-figured maple, the choicest spruce, and Dragon's finest luthiers combine to create a warm yet brilliantly rich tonal palette with depth and plenty of carrying power. The varnish is tastefully antiqued amber color over a strikingly transparent golden ground. Ebony fittings with Guarneri model chinrest. Despiau "B" level bridge, Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings (loop E). 4/4 size only.
Core Select Violin
For even more dedicated players, the very sweet, dark tone is balanced with power and clarity throughout all registers. Using well-flamed maple and finely grained spruce, the tonewoods are crafted with extra time and effort to produce a wider tonal and dynamic range. The varnish is mildly antiqued warm amber color of medium luster. Ebony fittings with Guarneri model chinrest. Despiau "B" level bridge, Evah strings. 4/4 size only.
Beginner level student violin
Product Details
European maple and spruce with antique varnish
Indian ebony fittings
Ebony wood pegs, chinrest
4 built in fine tuner tailpiece
Built and with slightly antique varnish in Guangzhou
Includes bow and case
The 750E (European maple, their 750 Chinese maple wood version is not made much anymore) model is their best-selling violin that features European and Italian spruce, an Indian ebony fingerboard, and hill-style ebony fittings. It is built and varnished in our Guangzhou workshop and professionally examined for quality and setup using an Aubert bridge and Thomastik Dominant Strings by our team of top makers in Morgan Hill, California.
Beginner-intermediate level student violin
Product Details
Well-flamed Chinese/European maple
European spruce
Indian ebony fingerboard and fittings
One fine tuner
Built and varnished with straight varnish in Guangzhou
USED VIOLINS
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The Eastman 300 line is the mainstay of our Concert violin rental. The 300 is a perfect instrument for the intermediate player, looking for an enhanced tone, evenly balanced into the 3rd position. The amber varnish is evenly applied and the backplate is of single piece with enhanced flame. With a resounding tone that allows for growth towards advanced repertoire, the 300 from Eastman Strings is a perfect choice for the advancing player. Normally $1350, this violin is attractively priced at $950. Sold in Excellent condition!
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This attractive violin, probably German late 19th C, is a fine instrument that captures an old-world aesthetic. Learn to play on a piece of history, this violin has a sweet aged tone that rings with a tone that accentuates an older violin making tradition that values timely development of tone over the modern quick-response of student instruments. The harmonics are deep and true giving a player a complex tone pattern to capture a composer's intent. $1000
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With a dark sound that matches it's darker look, the Dario Giovanni violin from West Coast Strings is a wonderful instrument for a developing player. Rich in feel with a powerful voice, this violin will articulate its brilliance through a range of playing styles and repertoire. Made from European Tonewood in 2009, this violin has a mature tone, but has been meticulously cared for, only light edgewear is evident. New, these violins sell for $2770; this violin is offered at $1995.00 with fresh adjustments and strings.
Note: It takes approximately 7 to 14 working days to ship consignment products depending on the type, location, and shipping considerations.
The skillful workmanship and tasteful antiquing of this model bring to life the carefully seasoned tonewoods for a dynamic sound with fullness and depth. Made by the workshop of Violin Society of America Gold Medal winner Ming Jiang Zhu, the training and craftsmanship are world-class, using classical European techniques.
Please note that this is not necessarily a complete list of all the violins we have in stock. If you are interested in a specific price range, please email kathy@vermontviolins.com or call (802) 862-0349 to set up an appointment.
EASTMAN STRINGS OUTFITS
Purchase alone or as an outfit, these instruments will satisfy the beginner, intermediate or advanced players. All you need to get started .. with the best! Check out these Eastman Strings Instruments!