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Under $600

Primo "Fiddlestix" - Budget Violin Outfit/Kit

ALL Sizes: 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16

Condition: New Violin, Bow and Case - Ready to play

Income bracket shouldn't stop someone from starting out on violin, so we offer an attractive budget-level first instrument to get players going!

All instruments are finished with highly renewable date-wood fittings and arrive bridge up, ready to play (with factory setup). Available in Vivacious Scarlet Red and Heritage Sepia Brown.

Retail Price $200 and above

ON SALE ONLY $99 USD/CAD, also available in Beginner and Deluxe Packages - More Details

Primo Violino "Etude" Outfits

Sizes: 3/4 and 1/4 only

Condition: New

Enjoy tone and construction a step up from our "budget" model. Satin, antiqued finish and nice, attractive woods make for a much more refined violin than the typical starter levels.

Bow and Case included. Fully setup in-house with upgraded nylon core strings and ebony fittings. On sale to make way for newer inventory.

Retails $450

Clearance SALE $229 USD/CAD - More Details

Primo Violino "Etude" Outfits

Sizes: 4/4 Only

Condition: New

Now with better flamed woods and in 4/4 size for teen and adult players.

Enjoy tone and construction a step up from our "budget" model. Antiqued finish and nice, attractive woods make for a much more refined violin than the typical starter levels.

Bow and Case included. Fully setup in-house with upgraded nylon core strings and ebony fittings.

Retails $500

$299 USD/CAD - More Details - SOLD OUT TEMPORARILY

Used 1/4 Size Amati Violmaster Outfit

Size: 1/4

Condition: Gently Used Violin and Case, New Bow

2006 model. Very classy deep red antiqued varnish and beautiful flame. Fully setup with Crystal strings, new bow, very nice used case, new rosin.

Retails new $600-$800

Only 1 available -- Priced for fast sale $349 USD/CAD

New Sun Violin VN-100 Violins

Size: 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 , 7/8 and 4/4

Condition: New

Brand new Sun VN-100 violins. The VN-100 is the student violin of choice for Fiddleheads Violin School students.

Very nice flamed woods and oil varnish. Ebony fittings, Wittner-style tailpiece. Your choice of strings, new setup and very good tone which warms with play. Excellent setup to high standards: teachers' pick. Read many sparkling testimonials on these violins.

You may also consider a VN-102

Regularly $600 USD

Violins starting at only $375 USD/CAD

Primo Violino Elite Violin

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

The fourth and top level of our Primo Violino line, this nicely semi-gloss oil-varnished instrument has beautiful flamed woods, polished Datewood fittings, Canadian quality setup and Dominant strings.

The current model in stock has a particularly slim neck, which would be ideal for players with small hands or young 4/4 players. More photos and details

CLEARANCE $450 USD/CAD

Barcus-Berry Chromatic "AE" Acoustic/Electric Violin Outfit

Size: 4/4, Includes case and bow

Condition: New

Go electric! This cool blue violin kit comes ready to plug in! Romanian-crafted traditional-style, hollow body acoustic violin with a snazzy modern finish and well-known Barcus-Berry electronics. Outfit includes Blue BB Violin, case, blue Glasser bow and rosin. Details here

Retails $800 USD

Last one in stock, on sale only $599 USD/CAD

US Customers Finish Berry-Blue

Canadian Customers Finish Berry-Blue

True LEFT-HANDED Sun Violin VN-100

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

Brand new Sun violins, VN-100 models as above, but made for left-handed players. Reversed bass bar and soundpost, reversed chin rest, reversed strings/pegs/bridge: Not just strung backwards but a true Left-Handed violin.

Fully setup with your choice of strings. Read many sparkling testimonials on these violins

Regularly $660

SALE $425 USD/CAD : OUT OF STOCK, BUT YOU CAN PRE-ORDER NOW

$600 to $990

New Sun Violin VN-102 Violins

Size: 4/4 and 7/8 [Fractional sizes by special order]

Condition: New

This is two steps up from the VN-100 and tremendous value for the difference in price. Advancing teenaged Fiddleheads Violin School students use this level violin for their graded music exams.

Very nice flamed woods and antiqued oil varnish. Ebony fittings. Dominant strings, new setup and excellent tone which improves with play. Excellent setup to high standards. Read many sparkling testimonials on these violins. More details

Regularly $1400 USD

Sale $990 USD/CAD

True LEFT-HANDED Sun Violin VN-102

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

Brand new Sun violins, VN-102 models as above, but made for left-handed players. Reversed bass bar and soundpost, reversed chin rest, reversed strings/pegs/bridge: Not just strung backwards but a true Left-Handed violin.

Fully setup with your choice of strings. Read many sparkling testimonials on these violins. More details

Regularly $1600 USD

Sale $1075 USD/CAD

"Nicolas Bertholini" Copy, Made in France

Size: 4/4

Condition: Used

Very nice French-made violin, estimated from late 1800's or very early 1900's. These higher-quality Mirecourt factory instruments from 1880 and beyond.

All new ebony fittings (with special handcrafted tailpiece with ivory fret) and Helicore strings. Rich tone and very nice, deep low end. Models in higher aesthetic condition sell for easily 3-4 times our asking price. More details and photos

Quick Sale only $850 USD/CAD

Haifeng Qiu 2008-1

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

Fiddleheads is happy to introduce a prominent Asian maker who crafts some of the finest violins in the student price range. These violins are popular with string players from China's Central Conservatory of Music.

This model with matte finish, incredibly high flame on ribs, neck and scroll as well as superb bookmatching on the back. More Photos Click Here

SALE $890 USD/CAD

Célèbre Vosgien

Size: 4/4

Condition: Used

This instrument was made in France (circa 1900) by the J.Thibouville-Lamy workshops under the trade name "Vosgien."

Very slender neck, rich dark mahogany varnish. Very nice scroll work. All new ebony pegs, tailpiece (with ivory inlay), chinrest and endpin. Authentically antiqued from age-- very beautiful older instrument.

Newly setup with new bridge and post and new Dominant strings. A unique piece for a player seeking a distinct and deep tone and a nice visual pair with "Godric." More details and photos

Quick Sale only $850 USD/CAD

$1000 to $1490

Special Edition Sun Violin VN-102 Violin with Upgraded Woods

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

We received a limited supply of VN-102 violins with 104 woods. Not only are the instruments visually gorgeous, they also benefit from tonally from the upgraded tone woods.

Stunning highly flamed woods and antiqued oil varnish. Ebony fittings. Dominant strings, new setup and excellent tone which improves with play. Excellent setup to high standards. Read many sparkling testimonials on these violins. More details

Regularly $1650 USD

Sale $1190 USD/CAD

Ming Jiang Zhu 903

Sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4

Condition: New

Beautiful violin from the Workshop of Violin Society Award two-time Gold Medal-Winning Maker Ming Jiang Zhu.

Guarneri model, antiqued. Tonica strings (upgrade to Dominants $50 more) and setup. Sizes 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4 available. More details.

Retails $2500 USD

Our Price ONLY $1490 USD/CAD

Bulgarian Workshop: Stoino Gallini "Guarneri" 2006-1

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

Fine handmade Bulgarian workshop violin in Guarneri style. Powerful tone with ringing overtones and a bright, strident high end. It really cuts through an ensemble and would, therefore, be quite effective in outdoor performance.

Select European tone wood, nice raised grain on top, two-piece back, Vision Titanium strings, ebony fittings, Italian spirit varnish.

Priced to clear and make room for new inventory.

Retails $1800-$2000

CLEARANCE SALE, Last one $1190 USD/CAD - Testimonials

$1500 to $1990

Bellissima "Capriccio" Violin, 2011

Bellissima: Our newest house violin label. Each violin is played and uniquely named by Rhiannon personally.

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

Another beautiful addition to our popular ongoing Bellissima line. Nicely antiqued Strad model violin with ebony fittings, fine Canadian setup and Dominant strings. Nice dark low end, easy to play.

SALE $1490 USD/CAD

$2000 to $2990

Sun Violin VA-204 15.5" Viola

Size: 15.5" Tertis Model

Condition: New

From the workshop of award-winning maker Xuechang Sun is this gorgeous antiqued Tertis model viola. Huge sound, exceptional low end, easy to play. Beautiful woods, setup with Dominant strings and datewood fittings, ready to play.

Discounted as this fine instrument was a rare special order returned to us due to financial hardship. Price is for viola only. Case and bow optional at a reduced price.

Retails $3200

$2490 USD/CAD

Ming Jiang Zhu 905

Sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4

Condition: New

Beautiful mid-level violin from the Workshop of Violin Society Award two-time Gold Medal-Winning Maker Ming Jiang Zhu.

Guarneri model, antiqued. Tonica strings (upgrade to Dominants $50 more) and setup. Sizes 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4 available. More details.

Retails $3500 USD

Our Price ONLY $2090 USD/CAD

Ming Jiang Zhu 907

Sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4

Condition: New

Beautiful upper-level violin from the Workshop of Violin Society Award two-time Gold Medal-Winning Maker Ming Jiang Zhu.

Guarneri model, antiqued. Dominant strings and setup. Sizes 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4 available. More details.

Retails $4500 USD

Our Price ONLY $2780 USD/CAD

John B. Wells, 2001 (Westbank, BC)

Size: 4/4

Condition: Made in 2001, like new

John Wells is a professional cellist BC's interior "Okanagan Symphony" and is a cello and violin maker of equal mastery.

This violin features seasoned British Columbian (Canadian) maple and spruce. The maple back is very indicitive of rustic yet signature Canadian craftsmanship-- elegant and earthy. Light amber varnish with beautiful orange highlights. Balanced tone, clear projection. One owner, very meticulously cared for. More photos

Later models sold $5000+

Consignment - REDUCED at only $2750 USD/CAD - CONTACT US TO PURCHASE

Left-Hand Zhu 907 with stunning 1-piece back

Size: 4/4

Condition: New, Custom-Built in 2010

Left-handed violinists need not compromise with this instrument. Beautiful upper-level violin from the Workshop of Violin Society Award two-time Gold Medal-Winning Maker Ming Jiang Zhu.

A true left-handed violin with reversed bass bar, soundpost and other adjustments. More photos and details

Retails $4900 USD

SALE $2990 USD/CAD

Soloist Cello Outfit - CL-303

Size: 4/4 Cello, Carbon Fibre Bow, Cello Bag and Hiscox Case

Conditon: Display Model, Made in 2004

Frankly, cellos are big and take up a lot of our storage space. Hence we're getting out of selling cellos and are moving this last stock for a considerable discount.

This lovely was our display model, on trial only twice, with all new strings [Retail $5400]. Includes new soft cello bag with backpack straps [Retail $150] AND a used blue Hiscox case [$450 used].

More details click here

Retail Price $6000

CLEARANCE Price ONLY $2950 USD/CAD [51% off] -- OR MAKE US AN OFFER

$3000 to $4490

Ming Jiang Zhu 909

Sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4

Condition: New

Beautiful top level violin from the Workshop of Violin Society Award two-time Gold Medal-Winning Maker Ming Jiang Zhu.

Guarneri model, antiqued. European aged tonewoods. Dominant strings and very fine setup. Sizes 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4 available. More details.

Retails $5500 USD

Our Price ONLY $3440 USD/CAD

Angela Moneff 2010-1

Size: 4/4 Violin

Condition: New

The latest masterpiece from one of Europe's finest lady bench luthiers. A gorgeous Guarneri model styled after the del Gesu ''Cannone" 1742 featuring a 2-piece back with beautifully bookmatched flame in amber and burnt orange.

Powerful and robust tone, yet warm subtle nuance, suited for a soloist or symphonic player or simply a musician who wants easy projection and a smooth sound.

Evah strings, fine Rosewood fittings, and meticulously setup from the maker herself. Made in 2010 in Bulgaria's "Rose City" of Kazanlak. More photos and details

Retails $4500 USD

SALE PRICE $3790 USD/CAD - On Trial in Kirkland, WA

Commissioned Instruments by Request

Want to turn heads with a truly unique scroll?

Enjoy the choices available in commissioning an instrument with any creative additions of your choice.

We make a custom-make instrument far more affordable than you'd expect.

Starting at $2000 for basic models.

Learn More

$4500 to $9900

Mitio Dimitrov "Guarneri del Gesu 1743" 2011 #2

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

A master creation from Bulgaria's Mitio Dimitrov. Modeled after a 1743 Guarneri del Gesu, this gorgeous instrument is powerful and clear in tone.

One-piece back with stunning flame, expertly antiqued, burnt amber finish with orangey-red highlights.

Evah strings (not shown), Boxwood fittings (with chinrest, not shown), and very fine setup from the maker himself. Made in 2011 in Kazanlak, Bulgaria and includes special Certificate of Authenticity issued by the maker. More photos and details.

Retails $6100

SALE $5350 USD/CAD - On Trial in Kirkland, WA

Mitio Dimitrov "Guarneri del Gesu 1743" 2012 #1

Size: 4/4

Condition: New - Coming soon

The latest superb piece from Bulgaria's Mitio Dimitrov. Modeled after a 1743 Guarneri del Gesu, this stunning instrument is powerful and clear in tone.

One-piece back with stunning flame, expertly antiqued, firey red amber finish with intense orange highlights.

Evah strings (not shown), Boxwood fittings (with chinrest, not shown), and very fine setup from the maker himself. Made in 2012 in Kazanlak, Bulgaria and includes special Certificate of Authenticity issued by the maker. More photos and details coming soon.

Retails $6100

SALE $5390 USD/CAD - Arriving late May -- Pre-order Now

Ivan Stankov 2010 "Guarneri Cannone" #2

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

A stunning violin made by master Bulgarian luthier Ivan Stankov. This lovely violin is modeled after the Guarneri del Gesu ''Cannone" 1742 and the tone is remarkable.

One-piece back with a vibrant, firey marbled flame.

Evah strings, Rosewood fittings, and very fine setup from the maker himself. Made in 2010 in Kazanlak, Bulgaria and includes Certificate.

Retails $7500

SALE $5890 USD/CAD

Ivan Stankov 2012 "Guarneri Cannone" #1

Size: 4/4

Condition: New

A stunning violin made by master Bulgarian luthier Ivan Stankov. This lovely violin is modeled after the Guarneri del Gesu ''Cannone" 1742 and the tone is remarkable.

One-piece back with a vibrant, firey marbled flame. Deep red varnish.

Evah strings, Rosewood fittings (chin rest included), and very fine setup from the maker himself. Made in 2012 in Kazanlak, Bulgaria and includes Certificate.

Retails $7500

SALE $6050 USD/CAD - On Trial in Kirkland, WA

Over $10k

Wojciech Topa Violins

Size: 4/4

Condition: New (photo as sample)

Crafted in the style of Guarneri, these gorgeous master bench violins produce full and powerful tone suited for solo and group playing. The mature and warm nuances make it a violin for professional players or discriminating amateurs who want "the very best."

Superb high gloss oil varnish and masterful antiquing-- photos cannot do these violins justice. More details

This fine new instrument is protected by our Tone Guarantee.

Retail Price $12,000, Selling in Shops $16,000 - $18,000

Our Price $11,990 and all offers considered

Several Available with Ebony or Rosewood Fittings

We include free shipping to USA or Canada with purchase

US Customers

Canadian Customers

"I first noticed the Whedbee because it is so beautiful. I currently own a fine Rugeri cello and a Whedbee cello. I also have four students who play on Whedbees, so I know how good they are. The sound is incredibly clear, strong, and rich; you can hear it easily in the orchestra."

— Richard Hirschl, Chicago Symphony Orchestra cellist/Music Institute of Chicago Faculty member

William Whedbee, 1999

Size: 4/4

Condition: Used, Like-New

Fine violin by renowned and highly sought-after Chicago maker. Masterfully antiqued with stunning orange-red varnish; incredible, powerful tone.

Retail Price Starts $15,000 and higher

CONSIGNMENT $11,990 USD/CAD - Offers Considered

Available [Currently with the owner as part of a private collection, can easily be shipped worldwide without wait time] - Serious Inquiries

Alessio Ferrari, Cremona 1998

The violin was played professionally with the New West Symphony Orchestra (Thousand Oaks, CA) from 2001-2004 and in the Moorpark Symphony Orchestra (Community Orchestra) from 2004 to 20010.

A powerful, high grade instrument, tonal quallity is excellent, it is in excellent condition. Includes certificate.

CONSIGNMENT $16,990 USD/CAD - Offers Considered

Available [Currently with the owner, can easily be shipped] - Serious Inquiries

Rare Handmade Violins Made entirely by World Famous Luthier Ming Jiang Zhu

Size: 4/4

Condition: New, with certificate

Zhu is perhaps the world's most celebrated contemporary violin makers, having earned numerous awards including two prestigious Gold and one Silver Medal at the Violin Society of America (VSA) Competitions.

These instruments are available in Stradivarius and Guarneri models, including the famous "Lord Wilton Guarneri" (1742), "Plowden Guarneri" (1735) and "Parke Stradivarius" (1711).

All handmade violins made exclusively by Mr. Zhu are also setup by the maker personally and include Dominant strings, a free pro-level case and special certificate signed by the sole maker. Shipping is free worldwide.

Retail Price Starts $34,000

OUR PRICE $27,500 USD/CAD - Offers Considered

We include free shipping worldwide with purchase

Available [Currently with the maker in China as part of his private collection, can easily be shipped worldwide] - Serious Inquiries