Private Stock Competition Antonio Stradivari 1715, the “Cremonese” by Wayne Z

USD$6,500.00 

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**Personally crafted by VMAAI gold/silver medalist Wayne Zhou,
**Copy based on Antonio Stradivari 1715 the “Cremonese”, 354 mm body length. Golden period strad pattern featuring finest tone wood selection!
**Award winning oil antique varnish in reddish brown color, antique after the original “Cremonese” stradivarius.
**40 yrs old Italian Spruce and 30 yrs old one piece flamed Bosnian maple. Aubert deluxe bridge, Evah Pirazzi strings.

 

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A total professional level instrument crafted by our award winning luthier Wayne Zhou ( 2021 VMAAI Gold Medalist, 2023 silver medalist ), competition level violin with finest workmanship and tonewood usage: 40 yrs old Italian spruce and 30 yrs old  one piece flamed Bosnian maple, based on the 1715 “Cremonese” stradivarius, the golden period strad pattern featuring the finest tone wood selection, with 354 mm body length for modern playability.  Reddish brown oil varnish with golden brown ground color, antique varnish pattern attributes to the original “Cremonese” strad,  a total professional grade violin with highly sophisticated workmanship and tone!

A sweet, projective “strad” sounding violin with singing, clear higher register and warm, mature tone . Ringing and vibrant, yet having the warm deep tone at ear, resonant for wide dynamic range with solid core tone that takes great bow pressure.  A projective strad that sings with sweetness and clarity, while having the depth and fullness than most strad pattern lacks. 354 mm body length with original f hole and placement, to preserve the original tonality to be well suited for modern playability.

His violins have been used by professionals and serious collectors worldwide, represents an incredible value for both tone and artistry. This competition edition showcases the very finest instrument in terms of material usage, workmanship, and unmatched tone in similar price range, as we price at maker direct cost. Ready to play and worldwide delivery.

Note: For this competition level violins, we are now taking mostly custom order, with average lead time is 5-6 months, to say at least. This is the great chance to own one of our finest works, without the long waiting time.