Soundposts are made from air-dried Spruce wood from the Alpine slopes. Each post is handmade and undergoes multiple processes for a high-quality finish.
The sound post in a bowed instrument has two functions: structural and acoustic. It's part of a harmonic design that produces pleasant overtones. Violin makers make the post themselves or buy it from suppliers. After positioning and stringing the instrument, minor adjustments are made using the ear. The sound post is crucial for sound quality. Animato Strings adjusts it perfectly. Contact us for any doubts.
Violin Soundpost. Spruce stick, split and turned. Germany.
For these soundposts, split Spruce wood is exclusively used from the slopes of the upper Alpine. The wood is air-dried for many years to reach its optimum maturity. Every sound post is handmade, going through many processes for a high-quality finish.
The sound post in a bowed instrument has both structural and acoustic functions. It's part of a harmonic design where all resonances work together to produce pleasant overtones. Stradivari's violins (made by Amati) are unique due to a comprehensive harmonic system, similar to tuning a car engine and exhaust system.
The sound post and bass bar are essential components of stringed instruments. They support different sides of the instrument, with the sound post supporting the treble side and the bass bar supporting the bass side. The sound post is a spruce dowel that helps produce proper sound. It must fit perfectly and is placed behind the treble side bridge foot. Violin makers buy suitable dowels from suppliers, but for better instruments, they make them themselves using a sharp knife to remove material until it fits perfectly.
After positioning and stringing the instrument, minor adjustments are made to the sound post using the ear. A well-fitted post can improve the sound of a bowed instrument. If you bought from Animato Strings, it was adjusted perfectly. Contact us to assess if you still need to.
The fingerboard is important for the sound quality and ease of playing the viola. Ebony wood is preferred for its density and acoustic properties. However, it wears out due to string friction, so it's crucial to maintain it with specialized products. Ebony is dense and black, features that contribute to the quality of the instrument.
ZMT tailpiece improves the sound of violas. It generates more vibrations and enhances resonance, overtones, and timbre. The package includes a Kevlar tailgut, ZMT fine tuners, and string saddles.
The Violin Ebony Peg Hill Model with Black Ball is a premium ebony tuning peg featuring a classic Hill-style design and elegant black ball detail. Supplied unfitted and undrilled, it is designed for professional custom fitting and installation.
Key Features:
• Premium ebony construction
• Traditional Hill Model design
• Decorative black ball accent
• Durable and reliable tuning peg
• Supplied unfitted and undrilled
• Requires professional fitting and drilling
• Ideal for repairs, restorations, and custom setups
Please note: This peg is supplied unfitted and undrilled. Professional fitting and drilling are required before installation and use.
Despiau* France Violin bridge- Not fitted
• Despiau"C" Grade violin
• Style #11 violin bridge.
• Treated.
• Made in France.
• Unfitted.
The Despiau France Violin Bridge – Style #10 (B Grade) is a quality French-made bridge blank featuring fine-grained treated maple with solid medullary rays. Supplied unfitted, it is designed for professional custom fitting to achieve optimal violin performance.
Key Features:
• Genuine Despiau Style #10 bridge
• Made in France
• B Grade treated maple
• Fine grain with solid medullary rays
• Supplied unfitted
• Designed for professional violin setup and repair
• Supports enhanced tone and playability
• Professional fitting recommended
For the best results, the bridge should be fitted and adjusted by a trained luthier or string instrument specialist, such as the experts in our Animato workshop.
Wittner offers a German-made tailpiece of high-density composite material for violas. The tailpiece comes with an adjustable nylon tailgut and is available in two sizes. The short model fits violas up to 15.5 inches back length, and the long model is for those over 15.5 inches. Don't include the button when measuring the viola's back length.
• ULTRA-light space-age composite material with four string adjusters
• Nylon tailpiece hanger
• Made in Germany
• Viola sizes 15-15.5" or 16-16.5"
• Two different overall lengths: short (115mm) or long (125mm)
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
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.
