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.
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.
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.
Please note: These are genuine Knilling Perfection Pegs. They are imported from Knilling without their branded packaging to reduce costs and shipped to you in clear plastic satchels. The full Knilling warranty applies.
Tuning your instrument can be a breeze with these pegs. They are easy to use, even for beginners, and hold the tune perfectly. Although they look like traditional ebony pegs, they are much lighter, making your instrument feel lighter. You won't need to lubricate them, and they won't slip, meaning no more wasted time tuning. It's fast and easy!
• It is easy to tune, even for beginners.
• It holds the tune perfectly.
• They look like traditional ebony pegs
• These are lightweight instruments.
• No maintenance is required, such as lubricating the pegs.
The sound post is a crucial vertical doweling piece of spruce wood visible through the F-hole between the front and back of a bass body. It’s not glued but held by the tension of the strings and bridge. It optimizes sound quality and protects the instrument’s structure by transmitting vibrations from the string to the top table. It’s recommended to have it checked yearly by a qualified repairman to ensure correct fit, position, and material.
• Double Bass Soundpost - 4/4-3/4 size 19mm.IA.
• Double Bass Soundpost – ½ size 16mm.IA.
The Violin Fine Tuner is a durable tailpiece-mounted tuning accessory that allows for precise pitch adjustments with ease. Ideal for accurate tuning, it provides smooth operation and helps minimise the need for frequent peg adjustments.
Key Features:
• Precise tuning adjustment for violin strings
• Tailpiece-mounted design
• Durable metal construction
• Easy clockwise and counter-clockwise pitch adjustment
• Smooth and reliable operation
• Suitable for all playing levels
• Available in black, black and gold, or silver finishes (subject to stock availability)
Please note: Fine tuner colours may vary depending on current stock availability. Available finishes include black, black and gold, and silver.
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.
The Unfitted Violin Ebony Peg is a good-quality replacement peg made from durable ebony. Supplied undrilled and unfitted, it is designed for professional custom fitting and installation as part of a violin repair or restoration project.
Key Features:
• Good-quality ebony construction
• Supplied unfitted and undrilled
• Designed for professional fitting
• Requires string hole drilling before use
• Suitable for violin repair and restoration
• Durable and reliable design
• Sold individually
• Order four pegs for a complete set
Please note: These pegs must be professionally fitted to the violin and drilled before they can be used. If you require a complete peg set, please order four pegs.
Ebony Violin/Viola Endpin. Standard. Thick shaft
The Violin Ebony End Pin (Unfitted) is a durable, high-quality ebony fitting designed for violins and violas. Featuring a standard design with a thick shaft, it provides reliable support for the tailpiece assembly and is ideal for repairs, restorations, and instrument upgrades.
Key Features:
• Made from high-quality ebony
• Suitable for violin and viola
• Standard endpin design
• Thick shaft construction
• Lightweight and durable
• Professional-quality finish
• Ideal for repairs and restorations
• Supplied unfitted
Note: Professional fitting is recommended. Animato Strings can provide expert installation and setup services to ensure the endpin is correctly fitted and performs as intended.
