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 Despiau Belgian model cello bridge is an excellent way to enhance the quality of your instrument. By upgrading your bridge, you can experience greater comfort while playing and an improved tone quality from your instrument.
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.
Tailpieces are essential components of a viola. We provide tailpieces crafted from ebony and rosewood to produce diverse tones. Dense woods warm and deepen the sound, while lighter woods brighten it. The material of the tailpiece plays a significant role in enhancing or altering the sound of the viola.
Choose a tailpiece for your viola - round or angled. Check our website for images. Find up to four string adjusters in our viola accessories section under tuners and metronomes.
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 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 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 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.
The Violin Ebony Peg with Brass Ball – Swiss Model is a premium ebony tuning peg featuring an elegant brass ball detail. Supplied unfitted and undrilled, it is designed for professional custom fitting and offers a refined upgrade for violin repairs and restorations.
Key Features:
• Premium ebony construction
• Swiss Model design
• Decorative brass ball accent
• Durable and reliable tuning peg
• Supplied unfitted and undrilled
• Requires professional fitting and drilling
• Ideal for restoration and custom setups
Please note: This peg is supplied unfitted and undrilled. Professional fitting and drilling are required before installation and use.
