Wojciech Topa Violins

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Wojciech (pronounced Voy-zhec) Topa is from Zakopane, Poland and is one of Europe's finest luthiers.

He creates master-grade, professional level violins and violas. With two assistants, he makes violins and violas from scratch as well
as workshop instruments based on unfinished European work.

Topas's "bench" (handmade) violins are handcrafted in the style of Guadanini and Guarneri utilizing methods employed in the violin making profession since the 1700's. (We recommend the Guarneri models for best combination of sweet and deep tone).

These gorgeous violins are carved of select well-seasoned Carpathian Maple for the neck, back and ribs with a European Spruce top. They are finished with hand applied traditional varnish. The fine instrument in the photos was varnished in Mediterranean yellow and red ochres.

The sound of these instruments is rich, full and powerful. The mature and glowing warm nuances make it a violin for professional players or amateurs who want "the best" in a new violin without the $20k price tag!

Rumour has it a top violinist in the Atlanta Symphony plays a Topa violin and we have several customers across North America to add to the list of ecstatic Topa players.

It is very important to mention that Wojciech Topa is NOT to be confused with Albert Topa, nor workshop instruments bearing the Topa label. These are certainly the finest instruments made by any Topa. Keep this in mind when comparison shopping.

Each violin is equipped with fine hand-carved fittings (rosewood or ebony), Evah Pirazzi strings, and a deluxe European maple bridge setup by Topa himself. Fiddleheads only sells current year models (2012), so no old models that have been picked over by other shops and players.

Complete with Letter of Authenticity from the importer and dated label inside the violin. Fiddleheads is also happy to provide a letter for your insurance company stating replacement value.

Other information available on request: Send us your questions or take the violin on trial

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

Our Price $11,990 and all offers considered

Several Available

We include shipping to US or Canada

US Customers

Model

Guarneri Guadagnini

Canadian Customers

Model

Guarneri Guadagnini

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Fun fact

Topa is a "rockstar" in his native Poland. When he's not building instruments, he is touring and recording with his awesome fusion band, Zakopower.