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Violins, Violas, Cellos, Basses | |
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Baroque Violins |
Modern Violins |
| Baroque Violin | String Length (mm) | Corpus length (mm) | Corpus width (upper/middle/lower) (mm) |
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| Nicola Amati '1649 | 328 | 351.5 | 163.5/110.5/202.25 |
with hard case |
$2450 | |
| Modern violin after Guarnerius "del Jesu" '1742 | 328 | 354 | 168/112.5/207 | 1,2,3,4 | with hard case | $2450 |
| Jacobus Stainer '1679 | 325 | 351.5 | 351.5/110/200 | with hard case | $2450 | |
| Antonius Stradivarius '1715 | 328 | 356 | 168/110/208 | with hard case | $2450 | |
| Baroque violino piccolo "Nicola Amati" '1649 | 295 | 320 | 148.8/100.5/184 | with hard case | $2450 | |
| Student Baroque Violin | with soft case | $1475 | ||||
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| Gasparo da Salo '1580 | 353 | 392.25 | 195.5/131/243.3 | 1,2,3 | with hard case | $2650 |
| Gasparo da Salo '1580 | 378 | 420 | 210/145/260 | with hard case | $2650 | |
| Antonius Stradivarius | 373 | 406 | 190/130/243 | with hard case | $2650 | |
| 420 mm (16.5") | with hard case | $2650 | ||||
| Tenor viola after G. da Salo | 380 | 440 | 213/140/254.8 | with hard case | $2650 | |
| Student Baroque Viola | with soft case | $1625 | ||||
| Baroque 'Cello | ||||||
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| 5-string cello after Domenico Montagnana | 690 | 741 | 361/261/445.5 | with hard case, added high e string | $4250 | |
| A. Stradivarius "Davidov" '1712 | 690 | 757 | 340/232/436 | 1,2,3,4 | with hard case | $4050 |
| D. Montagnana "Sleeping Beauty" 1739 | 690 | 741 | 361/261/445.5 | 1,2,3, | with hard case | $4050 |
| Stradivarius "Servais" '1701 | 710 | 785 | 361/245/464 | $4050 | ||
| Student Baroque 'Cello | with soft case | $2950 | ||||
| Baroque Bows | Chinese, Snakewood | $450 |
Jay Haide Baroque Violin Family Instruments
Charlie Ogle Chinese Baroque Stringed Instruments
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These instruments are made in the Charlie Ogle Workshop in Beijing. They are set up and adjusted by Charlie Ogle. All instruments are set up and ready to play. Padded cloth cases are included unless otherwise indicated. All instruments have hand carved spruce tops. Backs and sides are maple. |
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| Instrument | Pictures | Description | Price |
| Baroque Violin | 1,2,3,4,5 | without case; case $80 extra | $1100 |
| Baroque Viola | without case; case $80 extra | $1400 | |
| Baroque Cello | with padded cloth case | $2750 | |
| Cello Piccolo | with padded cloth case | $2900 | |
| Viola d'amore | with padded cloth case | $1950 | |
| Baroque Violin Bow | $425 | ||
| Violins | Top of Page | ||||||
| Model | Pictures | Description | Size | Price | Outfit Price | ||
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Generally the Guarneri models tend to be warmer and sweeter than
Strads. The PV1000 is the Maggini copy and has a darker tone and is the
warmest of Snow models. The JHS is a more powerful and bolder
instrument, the top level. |
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| Snow SV200 |
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Entire instrument is hand-rubbed and antique varnished, two-piece maple back and solid carved Itlaian spruce top for a warm and smooth tone. Accurately fitted Aubert bridge, ebony fingerboard, Wittner tailpiece, Dominant strings. Fine Brazilwood bow and nice quality oblong case. | |||||
| 1/4-4/4 | $735 | ||||||
| Snow SV300 |
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Flamed maple back, Italian spruce top, clean workmanship, lightly antique varnish expressing a dark, mature sound. | |||||
| 1/2-4/4 | $1040 | ||||||
| SV400 |
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Made with beautifully figured select tonewoods. Italian spruce top and an enhanced flamed maple one- or two-piece back. The scroll most artistically hand carved on the back and sides. Slightly shaded to imitate old finish, 1704 spirit varnish. Warm response with unique character and tremendous tone. | 1/4--4/4 | $1260 | |||
| Snow HV500 |
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A very modern Italian look. Transparent spirit varnish showing the beautiful flamed wood and the higher grade of Italian spruce with a nice even grain. Rich and sensitive tone. | 3/4, 4/4 | $1575 | |||
| Snow HV600 |
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The body is covered with Italian 1704 varnish. Color, medium red-brown, excellent material and workmanship throughout. Although of a dark color, the varnish is very transparent, showing the beautiful grain. | |||||
| Snow PV800 |
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These violins use selected Italian supreme-quality spruce. The body is covered with Italian 1704 varnish, cleverly imitating authentically old instruments. Color, medium red-brown, excellent material and workmanship throughout. Although of a dark color, the varnish is very transparent, showing the beautiful grain. | 3/4, 7/8, 4/4 | $1995 | |||
| Snow PV900 |
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Made with
selected aged European tone woods, a captivating violin with an engaging
antiqued varnish, processing a rich and sensitive tone.
Various Italian models.
7 Strads 1-piece back: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 Strad 2-piece back: 1 Guarneri 2-piece back: 1 |
3/4--4/4 | $2310 | |||
| Snow PV1000 |
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Strad or Guarnerius (2006) or Maggini (2007; double purfling) model. These instruments are constructed of the very finest European tone woods for a resonant body. The highest tone quality, remarkably delicate varnish with excellent tonal projection. Clever imitation resembles authentically to old instruments, Italian 1704 varnished, highly polished. | 4/4 Strad, Guarneri |
$2835 | |||
| 4/4
Maggini |
$2700 | ||||||
| Snow JHS-Simona |
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Finished by William Hu, made of selected aged European tonewoods with a spirit and oil varnish mix for a very elegant and attractive appearance; graceful, warm tone and plays with such ease. | 4/4 | $3150 | ||
| Snow JHS-V |
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Individual handmade violins by award-winning maker, William Hu. Bold presence, strong character, well balanced; The striking JHS is the instrument of choice for the advanced player. Top is of aged European tonewoods, the back is of selected maple or BosnianThis instrument is preferred for its warm tone, playability. Linseed oil varnish, slightly antique golden color, can be furnished in various models. For professional use. | 4/4 | $3675 | |||
| Xueping Hu | Individual handmade violins by Xueping Hu. Most impressive tone quality that is perfect for the soloist for concert use. Made by special request only. | 4/4 | $7350 | ||||
| Snow WV400 | White violin B level | 4/4 | |||||
| Snow WV500 | White violin A level | 4/4 | |||||
| Snow SVC200 | Wood flamed, shaped case. | 1/4-4/4 | |||||
| Snow SVC300 | Wood flamed, oblong shape with nylon velour interior. | 1/4-4/4 | |||||
| Snow SVC400 | Wood flamed, oblong shape with silk velour interior. | 4/4 | |||||
| Viola | Top of Page | ||||||
| Snow SA200 |
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Entire
instrument is hand-rubbed and antique varnished, two-piece maple back
and solid carved Italian spruce top for a warm and smooth tone. Accurately fitted Aubert bridges, ebony
fingerboard, Dominant-Jargar strings. Fine Brazilwood bow and nice
quality oblong adjusted case.
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15"-16.5" | $1000 | |||
| Snow SA300 |
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Flamed maple back, Italian spruce top, clean workmanship, lightly antique varnish expressing a dark, mature sound. | 15"-16.5" | $1365 | ||
| Snow SA400 |
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Made with beautifully figured select tonewoods. Italian spruce top and an enhanced flamed maple two-piece back. The scroll most artistically hand carved on the back and sides. Italian 1704 varnished, highly polished, very attractive antique look. Warm response with unique character and tremendous tone. | 15"-16.5" | $1575 | |||
| Snow HA500 |
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The body is covered with golden brown oil varnish. Transparent varnish showing the beautiful flamed wood. This viola brings a rich and sensitive tone. | 15.5", 16" | ||||
| Snow PA800 |
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These violas are made with selected supreme quality beautifully figured woods. Clever imitation resembles authentically old instruments. Italian 1704 varnished, highly polished. | 15"-16.5" | $2520 | |||
| Snow PA900 |
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Selected aged
European tone woods, various
Italian models, attractive antique varnish. Possessing a rich and
sensitive sound.
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15.5"-, 16.5" | $3150 | |||
| Snow PA1000 |
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Maggini copy with double purfling on
the top and design on the back. These
instruments are constructed of the very finest Europe tone woods, for a
resonant body. Delicately varnished with excellent tonal
projection. Clever
imitation resembles authentically to old instruments, Italian 1704
varnished, highly polished.
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15.5", 16" | $3675 | |||
| Snow JHS-A |
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Individual handmade violas by William Hu. Bold presence, strong character, well balanced; The striking JHS is the instrument of choice for the advanced player. Top is of aged European tonewoods, the back is of selected maple or Bosnian. Maggini, Strad, Guadagnini, Testore copies available. | 16", 16.5" | $4200 | |||
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Xueping Hu |
Individual handmade by Xueping Hu. Most impressive tone quality that is perfect for the soloist, for concert use. Made by special request only. | 4/4 | $8400 | ||||
| Snow WA400 | White viola B level | 15"-16.5" | |||||
| Snow WA500 | White viola A level | 15"-16.5" | |||||
| Snow SAC300 | Adjustable viola case with a nylon velour interior | 1/4-4/4 | |||||
| Snow SAC400 | Adjustable viola case with a silk velour interior | 4/4 | |||||
| 'Cellos | Top of Page | ||||||
| Snow SC200 |
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Entire instrument is hand-rubbed and antique varnished. Solid carved spruce top and two-piece maple back for a warm and smooth tone. Available in Strad, Montagnana, Guadinini. Accurately fitted Aubert bridges, ebony fingerboard, Wittner tailpiece. | |||||
| 1/8-4/4 | $2675 | ||||||
| Snow SC300 |
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Professional hand-made instruments. Flamed maple back, Italian spruce top, clean workmanship, lightly antique 1704 spirit varnish expressing a dark, mature sound. Montagnana & Strad available. | 1/2-4/4 | $3150 | |||
| Snow SC400 |
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The two-piece back is made of selected flamed maple. The scroll most artistically hand carved on the back and sides. These beautiful antique looking 'cellos have an incredibly even and focused sound. | 1/4-4/4 | $3675 | |||
| Snow HC500 |
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A very modern Italian look. The body is covered with golden or golden brown oil varnish. Transparent spirit varnish showing the beautiful flamed wood, showing the beautiful flamed wood and the higher grade of Italian spruce with a nice even grain. . This 'cello gives a rich and sensitive tone. | 4/4 | $3990 | |||
| Snow PC800 |
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These 'cellos are made with beautifully figured woods. Clever imitation resembles authentically old instruments. Italian 1704 varnish, highly polished. | 1/2-4/4 | $4500 | |||
| Snow PC1000 |
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Made with selected aged European tone woods, a captivating cello with an engaging antiqued varnish, processing a rich and sensitive tone. Available in Montagnana or Strad.
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3/4-4/4 | $5250 | |||
| Snow JHS-C |
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Individual handmade 'cellos by William Hu. This instrument is preferred for its warmth of tone, playability. Following the authentic Italian style of cello making. Made with selected aged tone woods, a captivating cello with an engaging LInseed oil antiqued varnish, processing a rich and sensitive tone. Available in Amati, Guadinini, Strad & Montagnana. | 4/4 | $6300 | |||
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Xueping Hu |
Individual handmade cellos by Xueping Hu. Most impressive tone quality. Uses selected European supreme-quality spruce. Made by special request only. | 4/4 | $9450 | ||||
| Snow WC500 | White 'cello | 1/2-4/4 | |||||
| Snow SCC400 | Fiberglass case with wheels, top handle added, shiny silver color | 4/4 | |||||
| Bass | Top of Page | ||||||
| Snow SB400 |
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The two-piece back is made of selected flamed maple. Fully carved back, and has violin corners and a round back, well cut scroll, engraved side-plates with Rubner machines. Slightly shaded to imitate old finish, 1704 spirit varnish, tremendous quality. | 3/4 | $7350 | |||
| Snow HB500 |
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These basses are made with beautifully figured woods. Clever imitation resembles authentically old instruments. Italian 1704 varnish, highly polished. Fully carved back, and has violin corners and a round-back, well cut scroll, engraved side-plates. | 3/4 | $8400 | |||
| Snow HB600 | Selected best material, attractive antique varnish | $9450 | |||||
| Violin Bow | Top of Page | ||||||
| Snow SVB200 | Brazilwood, octagon shape, ebony frog | 1/16-4/4 | $115 | ||||
| Snow SVB300 | Pernambuco wood, octagon shape, nickel mounted | 3/4-4/4 | $290 | ||||
| Snow SVB400 | Silver mounted, pernambuco wood, round shape | 3/4-4/4 | $520 | ||||
| Viola Bow | |||||||
| Snow SAB200 | Brazilwood, octagon shape, ebony frog | Standard | $130 | ||||
| Snow SAB300 | Pernambuco wood, octagon shape, nickel mounted | Standard | $350 | ||||
| Snow SAB400 | Silver mounted, pernambuco wood, round shape | Standard | $580 | ||||
| Cello Bow | |||||||
| Snow SCB200 | Brazilwood, octagon shape, ebony frog | 1/8-4/4 | $190 | ||||
| Snow SCB300 | Pernambuco wood, octagon shape, nickel mounted | 3/4-4/4 | $435 | ||||
| Snow SCB400 | Silver mounted, pernambuco wood, round shape | 4/4 | $640 | ||||
| Bass Bow | |||||||
| Snow SBB200(G) | German style, Brazilwood, octagon shape, ebony frog | 3/4 | $290 | ||||
| Snow SBB200(F) | French style, Brazilwood, octagon shape, ebony frog | 3/4 | $290 | ||||
| Snow SBB300(G) | German style, Pernambuco wood, octagon shape, nickel mounted | 3/4 | $640 | ||||
| Snow SBB300(F) | French style, Pernambuco wood, octagon shape, nickel mounted | 3/4 | $640 | ||||
| Snow SBB400(G) | German style, silver mounted, pernambuco wood, round shape | 3/4 | $725 | ||||
| Snow SBB400(F) | French style, silver mounted, pernambuco wood, round shape | 3/4 | $725 | ||||
| Violin Cases | Top of Page | ||||||
| SVC200 | Wood shaped case | 1/8 - 4/4 | $115 | ||||
| SVC300 | Wood oblong case with nylon velour | 1/4 - 4/4 | $175 | ||||
| SVC400 | Wood oblong case with silk velour | 4/4 | $260 | ||||
| SVC500 | Foam oblong case with silk velour | 4/4 | $290 | ||||
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| SAC300 | Wood oblong with nylon velour | $190 | |||||
| SAC400 | Wood oblong with silk velour | $290 | |||||
Bows may be tried on approval.
| Pictures | Model | Decorative Options | Price |
| Blackwood | Mastodon Ivory, Ebony Frog | $1300 | |
| Ironwood | Mastodon Ivory, Ebony Frog | $1300 | |
| Figured Snakewood | Mastodon Ivory, Ebony Frog | $1400 | |
| 1, 2 | Highly Figured Snakewood | Mastodon Ivory, Ebony Frog | $1400 |
Approximate Specifications (Examples)
| Size | Weight Range | Weight (grams) / Bow Length (cm) / Free Hair Length (cm) | ||
| Example #1 | Example #2 | Example #3 | ||
| Treble | 50-55 | 53 / 71 / 58 | ||
| Tenor | 58-65 | 59.5 / 70.5 / 57.7 | 62 / 71.1 / 58.2 | |
| Bass | 78-86 | 82 / 75.5 / 61.2 | 79.5 / 76 / 61.5 | 82.5 / 76.3 / 62 |
All sizes are the same price. Other decorative options are available
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K&M
17580-000-54 |
Picture | Gamba/Cello/Guitar Stand | A very unique guitar stand designed especially for acoustic guitars. Also suitable for headless guitars, 'cellos and french horns. 5-way width adjustment. Compact, folding design makes it easy to transport and store. Exclusive non-marring material to protect guitar finishes is molded onto stand during the manufacturing process. Available in 4 colors. Set includes 3 black, 1 blue, 1 red and 1 green stand. | Blue | $25.00 |
| Wt: 1.0 kg, H: 340 mm.; fits body depth of about 5" | |||||
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K&M
17580-000-55 |
Picture | Gamba/Cello/Guitar Stand | Same as above | Black | $25.00 |
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K&M
17580-000-59 |
Picture | Gamba/Cello/Guitar Stand | Same as above | Red | $25.00 |
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K&M
17580-000-60 |
Picture | Gamba/Cello/Guitar Stand | Same as above | Green | $25.00 |
| Peak ST-10 | 6- or 7-string bass gamba stand | A little extra depth (~5-3/8") to fit many 7-string viols | Black | $25.00 | |
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Quick Care Summary
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