The Violin Sound Post – Raw Material (Unfitted) is a premium spruce soundpost blank made in Germany. Split and turned for strength and acoustic performance, it is supplied unfitted for custom shaping and installation by a qualified luthier.
Key Features:
• Premium spruce soundpost blank
• Split and turned construction.
• Made in Germany
• Supplied unfitted for custom fitting
Note: Professional fitting is strongly recommended. Animato Strings can provide expert soundpost fitting and adjustment services to ensure the best possible tonal performance and structural integrity for your violin.
(4/4 size) #2, Ø 6.2 - 6.3mm L:400mm. 1 stick violin/viola = 6 sound posts.
(3/4) #2, Ø 5.7 - 5.8mm L:400mm. 1 stick violin/viola = 6 sound posts.
(1/2) #2, Ø 5.4 - 5.5mm L:400mm. 1 stick violin/viola = 6 sound posts.
(1/4) #2, Ø 5.2 - 5.3mm L:400mm. 1 stick violin/viola = 6 sound posts.
(1/8) #2, Ø 5.0 - 5.1mm L:400mm. 1 stick violin/viola = 6 sound posts.
African A Grade ebony is highly coveted by instrument makers due to its exceptional quality. It is dense, hard, and durable, making it ideal for crafting high-quality instruments. Ebony is commonly used for violin fingerboards due to its hardness, stability, acoustic properties, and traditional appearance.
The Violin Ebony Fingerboard Nut – Shaped is a high-quality ebony nut designed to provide proper string spacing, string height, and accurate scale length for your violin. Measuring approximately 27 x 13 x 7mm, it is an essential component for achieving excellent playability and intonation.
Key Features:
• Shaped ebony violin nut
• Approximate size: 27 x 13 x 7mm
• Durable and wear-resistant ebony construction
• Sets string spacing and height
• Defines vibrating string length
• Supports accurate intonation and playability
• Suitable for repairs, restorations, and new builds
Note: Professional fitting is recommended. Animato Strings can provide expert installation and setup services to ensure the nut is correctly fitted and adjusted for optimal performance.
Ebony is commonly used for violin fingerboards due to its hardness, stability, acoustic properties, and traditional appearance.
The Violin Ebony Fingerboard – Indian B Grade (Unfitted) is a durable, high-quality fingerboard made from dense Indian ebony. Measuring approximately 23mm at the nut and 42mm at the bridge, it offers excellent wear resistance, a smooth playing surface, and the tonal qualities that have made ebony the preferred fingerboard material for violins.
Key Features:
• Made from Indian B Grade ebony
• Unfitted for custom shaping and installation
• Stained ebony finish
• Approximately 23mm at the nut and 42mm at the bridge
• Hard-wearing and durable construction
• Smooth and comfortable playing surface
• Excellent acoustic properties
• Ideal for violin making, repair, and restoration
• Trusted choice for luthiers and musicians
Ebony is commonly used for violin fingerboards due to its hardness, stability, acoustic properties, and traditional appearance. Among the different grades of ebony, German Master Grade ebony is highly coveted by instrument makers due to its exceptional quality.
Ebony is commonly used for violin fingerboards due to its hardness, stability, acoustic properties, and traditional appearance.
African B Grade ebony is highly coveted by instrument makers due to its exceptional quality. It is dense, hard, and durable, making it ideal for crafting high-quality instruments. Ebony is commonly used for violin fingerboards due to its hardness, stability, acoustic properties, and traditional appearance.
The Violin Ebony Fingerboard – Indian A Grade (Unfitted) is a high-quality fingerboard made from carefully selected Indian ebony. Durable, wear-resistant, and acoustically responsive, it provides the performance and reliability that have made ebony the preferred fingerboard material for violins for centuries.
Key Features:
• Made from premium Indian A Grade ebony
• Unfitted for custom shaping and installation
• Dense and durable hardwood construction
• Smooth, comfortable playing surface
• Excellent wear resistance
• Attractive natural grain and character
• Contributes to clear and responsive tone
• Ideal for violin making, repair, and restoration
• Trusted choice for luthiers and musicians
