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Suzuki Violin No. 540, Nagoya, Japan
Size: 4/4.
Level: Advanced.
Year made: 1996.
Condition: Superb - mint. There may be very minor traces of prior handling in the finish, but they are barely noticeable.
Fittings: original fittings - high-grade ebony. High-grade bridge Despiau Superieur "Double Tree" (France).
Strings: brand new Thomastik-Infeld Dominant set.

Accessories: the price is for violin only (will be shipped in a free used, albeit decent, case). The premium accessory set shown in the images can be added for modest extra $ - please read Outfit Option below.

 

Gorgeous Suzuki Violin No. 540 in immaculate condition. Characterized by a beautiful, complex tone, with rich overtones and good separation, and excellent balance across the entire range. It will reward the skilled player.

This instrument is an example of Suzuki Violin craftmanship at its best. Absolutely flawless construction and complex multi-layer varnishing. The instrument is aesthetically inspiring.

The violin is defect-free - there are no cracks, repairs, seam separations, or any other issues. There are no blemishes or visible scratches. Equipped with a brand new set of Dominant strings. Fully play-ready.

·        In Suzuki's model line-up, the No. 540 stands out. To begin with, this model is fully hand carved: each is carefully built by an experienced Suzuki luthier using the traditional method - by carving out the front and back plates from a sufficiently thick, thoroughly dried and aged wood plate. To make this model, Suzuki used what it described as "carefully selected" Spruce for the top and "carefully selected" Maple for the back/sides/neck. The pegs, fingerboard, tailpiece, nut, and end pin are made of high-quality Ebony.

 

Accessory Option

The price shown is for instrument only. However, if you need a full outfit, you can purchase the high-quality accessory set shown in the images for $150 - a subsidized price. You are also welcome to purchase only select items from it.

The accessory set shown in the images includes:

·        Brand new (unused, still in protective film) reinforced carbon fiber violin case by Yinfente. Strong, light construction with three password locks. 1.9 kg weight. (Retails on Amazon for $130.)

·        Brand new carbon fiber bow by Artino: ebony frog decorated with Parisian eye and full nickel-silver mount; mother of pearl slide; three-piece button with a m-o-p eye; natural white horsehair. ($75 retail value.)

·        Brand new dark rosin in a wooden tray.

·        KUN shoulder rest, used in very good condition.

If you prefer to purchase the full outfit, please let me know and I will modify the listing. If you prefer to customize your accessory set, please inquire - I can offer a variety of options.

 

Suzuki Violins

In the event you are not familiar with Suzuki's model line-up, their model numbers are very easy to understand:

- the 200 series (such as 200, 220, 280, etc.) are high quality and very popular beginner models;
- the 300 series (300, 310, 330, etc.) are "intermediate" violins for progressing students;
- the 500 series (500, 520, 540, 550) are "advanced" violins;
- the Eternal series (1100 and 1200 - roughly similar to the old No. 580 and No. 620) are targeted at professional musicians - "orchestra" grade models;
- the Heritage series (1400s and 1500s) are targeted at professional musicians - "soloist" grade models.

Within each series, models with the higher number tend to have greater value.

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