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.
Animato Strings has high-quality ebony violin endpins with a Hill-style design and a black ball. We offer this premium-quality endpin at an affordable cost, making it accessible to all violin players. It requires professional fitting by an experienced technician to improve tonal quality and projection.
Our elongated C strings are specifically designed for compensated tailpieces like ZMT, which require a longer after-length. Standard Viola C strings won't work with ZMT tailpieces. Our specialized C strings cater to the specific needs of your ZMT tailpiece, ensuring optimal performance and sound quality.
The Despiau Belgian model cello bridge is an excellent way to improve the quality of your instrument. Upgrading your bridge can enhance your playing comfort and improve the tone quality of your instrument.
Basic Despiau France Violin Bridge (with no tree stamped on the bridge). Raw and unfitted.
Indian ebony may not be as uniformly black as African ebony but can be effectively dyed to achieve a desirable result. Ebony is commonly used for violin fingerboards due to its hardness, stability, acoustic properties, and traditional appearance.
Upgrade your viola with our premium ebony pegs. They are known for their fine craftsmanship, accurate tuning, and smooth turning without slippage. Our pegs are easy to install and adjust, allowing you to spend more time playing. For best results, consult with a luthier or repair shop. Our experts are available to assist you!
Violin Tail Piece - Ebony Wood or Rosewood
• Traditional Tailpiece
• Two wood types: black ebony and rosewood
• Two types of tailpieces: Round and Angled
Please choose which wood material you prefer.
