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 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.
The Violin Ebony Endpin – Hill Model with White Ball is a premium-quality ebony fitting featuring a classic Hill-style design and elegant white ball detail. Supplied unfitted, it is an excellent choice for violin repairs, restorations, and upgrades.
Key Features:
• Made from high-quality ebony
• Traditional Hill-style design
• Decorative white ball accent
• Lightweight and durable
• Smooth professional finish
• Suitable for repairs and restorations
• Complements ebony violin fittings
• Supplied unfitted
Note: Professional fitting is recommended. Animato Strings can provide expert installation and setup services to ensure the endpin is correctly fitted and functions optimally.
Ebony is commonly used for violin fingerboards due to its hardness, stability, acoustic properties, and traditional appearance.
The Chinese High-Grade Violin Bridge – Not Fitted is a quality bridge blank designed for custom violin setup and repair. Supplied unfitted, it requires professional shaping and fitting to achieve the best tonal and playing results.
Key Features:
• High-grade violin bridge blank
• Supplied unfitted
• Requires custom shaping and fitting
• Feet must be fitted to the violin arch
• Supports proper tone and playability
• Ideal for repair and restoration work
• Professional luthier fitting recommended.
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)
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!
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.
