Zhu was perhaps the world's most celebrated contemporary violin makers of the 21st Century, having earned numerous awards including two prestigious Gold and one Silver Medal at the Violin Society of America (VSA) Competitions.
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Violins For Sale and Available Now
This page represents most of the instruments Fiddleheads currently has in stock. This page changes daily, so click your browser's "refresh" button to see new arrivals. Click Here for Ordering Help If you can't find the violin you saw during your last visit it may have been sold. Don't worry, be confident that we will match you to the ideal instrument whether you are a professional musician or a new student. [Read "Match-Making" Testimonials] Please contact us for additional photos or advice. You may also like to arrange a local try-out or home trial. Thanks for browsing. It's a pleasure to serve you! *All violins are sent ready to play. Fine tuners can be added free of charge. Add a case and bow to make an outfit. Strings can be upgraded or downgraded to suit your needs. Contact us to arrange a custom outfit. |
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Fiddlestix Budget ViolinsFiddleheads' phased out the temporary low budget line of our Fiddlestix violins. |
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New Fiddleheads Violin VN-100 Violins and VA-200 ViolasViolin Sizes: 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 , 7/8 and 4/4, Viola Sizes: 15.5" and 16" Strad models, Condition: NewOur most popular student instrument, the violin that started it all for our shop, and the absolute best instrument under $500 for any new player! The 100 (Violin)/200 (Viola) is the what all new students studying with Rhiannon and Fiddleheads Violin Studio play. Mildly flamed woods and soft gloss oil varnish, locally polished to a shine. Ebony fittings, Wittner-style tailpiece. Made in Beijing from the workshop of a Violin Society of America Award-Winning maker and lovingly setup in Canada to our owner's high standards. Your choice of quality nylon- or perlon-core strings and very good tone which warms with play. Read many sparkling testimonials on Fiddleheads VN-100 violins. You may also consider a VN-102 or VA-200 Regularly $700 USDViolins starting at only $399 USD/CAD |
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True LEFT-HANDED Fiddleheads Violin VN-100Size: 4/4, Condition: NewYou asked for it, and we came through! Behold, our flagship Fiddleheads 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 inside and out. Fully setup with Dominant strings. Read many sparkling testimonials on all Fiddleheads' VN-100 violins. Regularly $705SALE $479 USD/CAD |
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$600 to $799 |
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New Fiddleheads Violin VN-101 ViolinsViolin Sizes: 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 , 7/8 and 4/4 Condition: NewA step up from our very popular student model the VN-101 violin has better sound, tonewoods and varnish. We have recently started carrying this model by custoemr request. Moderately flamed woods and soft gloss oil varnish, locally polished to a shine. Ebony fittings, Wittner-style tailpiece. Made in Beijing from the workshop of a Violin Society of America Award-Winning maker and lovingly setup in Canada with Dominant strings and tested to meet our owner's high standards. Read many sparkling testimonials on Fiddleheads our 100 series violins. You may also consider a VN-102 or VA-200 Regularly $1100 USDViolins starting at only $699 USD/CAD |
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True Left-Handed VN-101 ViolinsViolin Sizes: 4/4
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Bellissima Nilda (Warrior Woman)
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Bellissima Bettina (Blessed)
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Bellissima Andria:
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$800 to $990 |
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Bellissima Liliana:
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Bellissima Constanza 1 and 2:
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New Fiddleheads Violin VN-102 Violins and VA-202 Violas*FIDDLEHEADS PICK*Violin Size: 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 , 7/8 and 4/4
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True LEFT-HANDED Violin VN-102Size: 4/4, Condition: NewBrand new custom 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 the VN-100 violins. Regularly $1600 USDSale $1090 USD/CAD, $100 more for outfit with VN-25 bow and economy case - Photos & Details |
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$1000 to $1490 |
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Bellissima "Felisa" ViolinSize: 4/4, Condition: New
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Bellissima "Donna" Violin, 2013 & 2015Size: 4/4, Condition: New
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Ming Jiang Zhu 903 - 2015Sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4, Condition: NewBeautiful authentic 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 the BEST Canadian setup to a pro symphony violinists' standards. Size 4/4 in stock. Sizes 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 as special order. Read Customer Testimonials Retails $2500 USDOur Price ONLY $1490 USD/$1890 CAD - Photos & Details |
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$1490 to $1990 |
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Mitio Dimitrov, 1/2 size ViolinSize: 1/2 Condition: Used, Made in 2013Excellent smaller master level bench violin from Fine European Maker Mitio Dimitrov. Quality fittings, beautiful reddish varnish and carving work. This instrument is a master instrument from Dimitrov but at a fraction price. Setup with new Dominant strings and ready to play. Ideal for a dedicated young player who needs far more than a typical student instrument. Read Customer Testimonials Retails $3500 USDCLEARANCE Price ONLY $1590 USD/$1990 CAD, Free Shipping to USA or Canada with purchase - Photos & Details |
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Bellissima "Isabella" Violin, 2015Size: 4/4, Condition: New
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Bellissima "Diana" Violin, 2013Size: 4/4, Condition: New
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Bellissima "Carlotta" Violin, 2016Size: 4/4, Condition: New
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Bellissima "Valentina" Violin, 2018*FIDDLEHEADS PICK*Size: 4/4, Condition: New
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Bellissima "Seraphina" Violin, 2018Size: 4/4, Condition: New
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Bellissima "Gabriella" Violin, 2018*FIDDLEHEADS PICK*Size: 4/4, Condition: New
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$2000 to $2990 |
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Ming Jiang Zhu 905Sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4, Condition: NewBeautiful mid-level authentic 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 the BEST Canadian setup to a pro symphony violinists' standards. Size 4/4 in stock. Sizes 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 as special order. Read Customer Testimonials Retails $3500 USDOur Price ONLY $2090 USD/$2650 CAD - Photos & Details |
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Ming Jiang Zhu 907Sizes: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4, Condition: NewBeautiful upper-level authentic violin from the Workshop of Violin Society Award two-time Gold Medal-Winning Maker Ming Jiang Zhu. Guarneri model, antiqued. Dominant strings and the BEST Canadian setup to a pro symphony violinists' standards. Size 4/4 in stock. Sizes 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 as special order. Read Customer Testimonials Retails $4500 USDOur Price ONLY $2780 USD/$3520 CAD - Photos & Details |
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$3000 to $5490 |
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Ming Jiang Zhu 909 - 2017 modelsSizes: 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 and 4/4, Condition: NewBeautiful top level authentic violin from the Workshop of Violin Society Award two-time Gold Medal-Winning Maker Ming Jiang Zhu. All our 909 violins come with a signed certificate. Guarneri model, antiqued. European aged tonewoods. Dominant strings and the BEST Canadian setup to a pro symphony violinists' standards. Size 4/4 in stock. Sizes 1/2, 3/4, 7/8 as special order. Read Customer Testimonials Retails $5500 USDOur Price ONLY $3440 USD/$4350 CAD - Photos & Details |
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Angela Moneff "Guarneri Cannone" 2018 #3Size: 4/4, Condition: NewA remarkably beautiful creation by one of Europe's top female luthiers, Ms. Moneff. Modeled after a 1742 "Cannone" Guarneri del Gesu ''Cannone," this gorgeous instrument is warm and smooth. Likely to be a one-piece back with stunning marbled flame (similar to the 2018-1 model), expertly antiqued, amber finish with bright highlights and oil varnish. Boxwood fittings (chinrest, not pictured, included) and very fine setup from the maker herself. Made in 2018 in Kazanlak, Bulgaria and includes detailed certificate with photos. Read Customer Testimonials Retails $6500 USDSALE $4150 USD/$5290 CAD, $449 more for outfit with VN-45 bow and deluxe case, Free Shipping with purchaseSOLD |
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$5500 to $9900 |
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Mitio Dimitrov "Guarneri del Gesu 1743" 2018 #5Size: 4/4, Condition: NewAnother master violin inspired by the 1743 Guarneri del Gesu. Stunning tiger-flamed 2-piece back in Balkan maple and tight-grained Central European spruce with luxurious antiqued varnish. This gorgeous instrument is powerful and balanced for tone. Setup with high quality European Boxwood fittings and Thomastik Dominant strings. Includes signed certificate with photos. Made in late 2018. Read Customer Testimonials Retails $7900 USDSALE $5750 USD/$7290 CAD, $449 more for outfit with VN-45 bow and deluxe case, Free Shipping with purchase |
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Ivan Stankov "Guarneri Cannone" 2017/2018 #1Size: 4/4, Condition: NewA 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. Slanted flame 1-piece back. Evah strings, stunning rosewood fittings. Started in 2017 then completed in 2018 in Kazanlak, Bulgaria; includes detailed certificate with photos. Read Customer Testimonials Sells $7500 to $9000 in other shopsSALE $6290 USD, $449 more for outfit with VN-45 bow and deluxe case, Free Shipping with purchase |
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Pawel Migiel Guarneri 2018 #1Size: 4/4, Condition: New, JUST ARRIVEDWe introduce a new model for our shop, the jaw-dropping Guarneri from master Polish maker Pawel Migiel. Migiel studied under top maker Wojciech Topa and mimics his style beautifully, so this is a "Budget Topa." Huge projection, superb tone. Slanted flame 1-piece back. Evah gold strings, ebony fittings and setup tweaks to suit our picky standards. Made in 2018 in Zakopane, Poland. Sells $9500 to $11000 in other shopsSALE $7790 USD, only $449 more for outfit with VN-45 bow and deluxe case, Free Shipping with purchase |
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Tomasz Kowalski Violin 2018-1Size: 4/4, Condition: New, with CERTIFICATE from the makerThis gorgeous master bench (not workshop nor made with imported woods*) Strad model violin produces full and powerful tone suited for solo and group playing. Spruce top, stuninng and unique birdseye maple sides and back. Ebony Fittings, Evah Gold strings. *All woods on this violin were hand-selected by the maker and make for a far superior violin than what is available via American distributed models made with imported woods. Fiddleheads' Kowalski violins, unlike others, come with signed certificate, with photos, issued by the maker himself. Made in Nowry Targ, Poland. Selling in other shops $16,000 USDOur Price $12,400 USD and all offers considered. We include free shipping to USA or Canada with purchase. Due to Paypal transaction limits, we have 50% deposit available. |
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Wojciech Topa Violin 2018Size: 4/4, Condition: NewThis gorgeous master bench (not workshop) Guarneri model violin produces 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. Ebony Fittings. Evah Gold strings, the absolute best. Made in Nowry Targ, Poland. Setup in Connecticut and British Columbia. More details. Selling in other shops $16,000 - $20,000 USDOur Price $13,990 USD - OTHER MODELS ALSO AVAILABLEReasonable offers considered. We include free shipping to USA or Canada with purchase. Due to Paypal transaction limits, we invoice customers directly for deposits and purchases. |
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Rare Handmade Violins Made entirely by World Famous Luthier Zhu MingjiangSize: 4/4, Condition: New, with certificate - CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
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