Violin Ebony Saddle- Need To Fit
$7.95
The Violin Ebony Saddle is a durable ebony component designed to protect the violin's top plate from tailpiece wear and prevent unwanted rattling. Essential for proper instrument function, it helps preserve the violin's structure while supporting optimal performance.
Key Features:
• Made from quality ebony wood
• Protects the violin body from tailpiece wear
• Helps eliminate unwanted rattling
• Durable and wear-resistant
• Suitable for repairs and restorations
• Traditional luthier-grade design
Note: Professional fitting is recommended. Animato Strings can provide expert installation and setup services to ensure the saddle is fitted correctly and performs as intended.
Violin Ebony Saddle
The Violin Ebony Saddle is a small but essential component that plays a vital role in protecting your violin and maintaining its performance. Crafted from durable ebony, the saddle is positioned just below the tailpiece at the edge of the violin's top plate. Its primary function is to prevent the tailpiece and tailgut from making direct contact with the instrument's body during vibration, helping to eliminate unwanted rattling and protect the delicate spruce top from wear and damage. Known for its strength, stability, and resistance to wear, ebony is the preferred material for violin saddles. Properly fitted and maintained, an ebony saddle contributes to the longevity of the instrument while ensuring smooth operation and optimal sound production.
Key Features:
- Crafted from durable ebony wood
- Protects the violin's top plate from tailpiece pressure and wear
- Helps prevent unwanted rattling and vibrations
- Essential component for proper violin function
- Strong and wear-resistant construction
- Suitable for violin repairs, restoration, and new instrument builds
- Traditional design used by professional luthiers
- Contributes to the long-term preservation of the instrument
Professional Setup Required:
This violin saddle is supplied for fitting by a qualified luthier or violin technician. Proper installation requires careful shaping and precise fitting to the instrument to ensure optimal performance and prevent damage. Animato Strings can professionally fit and set up this saddle for you, ensuring it is installed correctly and safely.
