The Jaradius Violin presents itself with the quiet confidence of an instrument built for reliability and musical clarity. Its spruce top and maple back are carved with consistent, thoughtful graduation, allowing the tone to open with a centered warmth and a steady response under the bow. The arching is clean, the geometry true, and the varnish—an understated amber—protects the wood while giving the instrument a dignified, handcrafted character. It settles quickly in the hands, offering an immediate sense of balance that lets the player focus on shaping sound rather than wrestling with the instrument.
In performance, the Jaradius speaks with an ease that encourages refinement. Its voice is uncomplicated in the best way—clear fundamentals, honest projection, and a timbre that rewards sensitive bow work. The fittings are sturdy and well chosen, and the overall build supports long-term stability without sacrificing tonal flexibility. It’s an instrument that doesn’t posture; instead, it offers a dependable, resonant foundation for players who value consistency, comfort, and a tone that responds faithfully to their intent.
This is a Strad Violin Copy made in Germany around the year 1890. Antonio Stradivari is a renowned Italian violin maker who was said to have brought the craft of violin-making into its highest pitch of perfection.
The Alois Bittner Violin made in 1932 in Prague, Czechoslovakia. Alois Bittner Alois Bittner was born in 1880 in Kral Pola, Czech Republic. He was a student of Franz Angerer and was awarded at various exhibitions with numerous distinctions due to his strong personal style and still very clean craftsmanship.
This Vienna Style Violin is an Amati Copy believed to be made in Austria around 1910. Nicola Amati came from a family of luthiers who later became the most famous master luthier in their clan.
This is a Romanus Violin made from Bird-Eye Maple. This was crafted in Transylvania, Romania for Animato Strings. Animato Strings has the largest selection of new and old stringed instruments in Australia, including Asian-handcrafted instruments, and European, and Antique stringed instruments.
Conrad Gotz is a renowned German violin maker who produces violin models with high-quality craftsmanship and design.
This Violin is made in Germany for Knilling (USA) prob. Bubenreuth in about 1970. Knilling Violins c/o was named after Johannes Knilling (1795 -1842), a famous German luthier in the 17th century.
This violin replicates Antonio Stradivarius’s renowned instrument, which was created for Animato Strings in 2016. Antonio Stradivari, born in 1644 in Cremona, Italy, is widely acknowledged for elevating the art of violin-making. He passed away in 1737, leaving behind a legacy of exquisitely crafted violins, now some of the world’s most highly prized and sought-after instruments.
French 3/4. Beautiful sound. There is an old, repaired hairline soundpost crack at the top.
Paul Beuscher began as a luthier who opened the Paul Beuscher Music Shop in 1850 in Paris at 27-29 Boulevard Beaumarchais. The string instruments bearing the label Paul Beuscher came most likely from Mirecourt, the centre of French violin making. They were bought there and sold in Paul Beuscher Music Shop in Paris bearing Paul Beuscher’s name.
