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.
ZMT revolutionizes tailpiece design for violin family instruments, enhancing sound production and unlocking your instrument's full potential.
• Enhanced Sound Production
• Broader overtone spectrum
• Faster and more precise response from your instrument
• Wider dynamic ranger
• Reduction of wolf tones
Package includes ZMT tailpiece, Kevlar tailgut, ZMT fine tuners, and string saddles.
The Wittner Ultra Integrated Violin Tailpiece is an ultra-lightweight tailpiece for 4/4 violins, featuring four built-in string adjusters and durable "Space Age" composite construction. Designed for excellent tuning precision and reduced weight, it comes complete with a nylon tailpiece hanger.
Key Features:
• Fits 4/4 size violins
• Ultra-lightweight design
• Four integrated string adjusters
• Advanced composite material construction
• Includes nylon tailpiece hanger
• Durable and reliable performance
• Made by Wittner
Chinese "High" Grade Viola bridge. Unfitted.
This viola bridge is made from well-aged maple wood sourced from China. The wood is naturally dried for excellent tone production. The bridge has wooden flames for aesthetic appeal. Its feet fit the belly arch, and the top height is optimized for performance.
Hi there! Your viola's bridge needs to be cut and shaped by a professional luthier. At Animato Strings, our friendly team of luthiers and technicians can help you out. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need any assistance!
The Despiau France Violin Bridge – Style #10 (A Grade) is a premium French-made bridge blank crafted from carefully selected treated maple with a fine, consistent texture and strong medullary rays. Supplied unfitted, it is designed for professional custom fitting to achieve outstanding tonal and playing performance.
Key Features:
• Genuine Despiau Style #10 bridge
• Made in France
• Premium A Grade maple
• Fine, consistent wood texture
• Strong medullary rays throughout
• Treated for stability
• Supplied unfitted
• Designed for professional violin setup and restoration
• Supports enhanced tone and playability
For the best results, the bridge should be professionally fitted by a trained luthier or string instrument specialist, such as the experts in our Animato on-site workshop.
The soundpost of a stringed instrument is made from spruce. It has two functions - sound and structure. The soundpost carries sound from the soundboard to the back of the instrument, amplifying the sound of the strings. Correct positioning is crucial for the desired sound quality. The soundpost also provides support to the top plate, along with the bass bar. It prevents cracking of the spruce top caused by the treble foot of the bridge under the higher-sounding strings.
Cello Soundpost. Spruce stick, split and turned. Germany. #2 grade:
• 4/4size Ø: 11.0mm L:400mm. 1 stick cello = 2 sound posts.
• 3/4size Ø: 10.50mm L:400mm. 1 stick cello = 2 sound posts.
• 1/2 size Ø: 9.5mm L:400mm. 1 stick cello = 2 sound posts.
Animato Strings provides premium-quality viola endpins made of ebony, rosewood and boxwood. These lightweight and impeccably finished endpins enhance your viola's tonal quality and projection, making it easier to play with precision and confidence. They are available at an affordable price and require professional fitting by an experienced luthier or instrument technician.
At Animato Strings, our friendly team of luthiers and technicians can help you out. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need any assistance!
Please choose the material option that suits you best from the following choices:
• Ebony
• Rosewood
• Boxwood
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 Boxwood Violin Pegs – Hill Model with Black Ball combine classic Hill-style design with the warm appearance of boxwood and an elegant black ball accent. Supplied unfitted and undrilled, they are designed for professional custom fitting and installation.
Key Features:
• Quality boxwood construction
• Traditional Hill Model design
• Decorative black ball ornament
• Warm, attractive finish
• Supplied unfitted and undrilled
• Requires professional fitting and drilling
• Ideal for repairs, restorations, and custom setups
Please note: These pegs are supplied unfitted and undrilled. Professional fitting and drilling are required before installation and use.
