Custom Commission
Many of our finest instruments are now created through custom commissions, allowing players to work directly with us in a more personal and collaborative process. Available across our Private Stock, Award Winning, and select Master Build collections, each commission becomes a personally crafted instrument shaped around your tonal vision, preferred model, materials, and finish.
Custom commissions have become an important part of our work, with many of our finest instruments created directly for players worldwide. To begin a commission, simply contact us through our contact page to discuss your preferred model, current maker availability, and your overall preferences. Depending on the instrument, this may include pattern selection, varnish style, and other custom details. Throughout the process, we provide progress updates and final audio/video presentation upon completion.
Currently available mold/pattern:
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1730 “Kreisler”
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1737 “King Joseph”
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1740 “Ex-Heifetz”
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1740 “Ysaye”
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1741 “Vieuxtemps”
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1742 “Lord Wilton”
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1743 “Cannone”
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1744 “Ole Bull”
Guarneri ‘del Gesù 1745 “Leduc”
Antonio Stradivari 1714 “Soil”
Antonio Stradivari 1715 “Cremonese”
Antonio Stradivari 1716 “Messiah” ( Pristine )
Viola: Strad pattern from 15.5″-16.5″
Other models can be obtained based on request. Cost of making a new mold may be applied.
Tonewood:
Well-aged premium tonewood is selected according to the instrument and maker, typically including Italian or Swiss spruce paired with carefully selected Bosnian maple. In certain cases, visual preferences such as flame character or specific aesthetic direction may be discussed, while final material selection remains guided by acoustic suitability and the maker’s judgment.
Varnish:
Traditional oil varnish is offered in either antique or pristine finishes, depending on the model and artistic direction of the commission. As each instrument is individually crafted, slight variations in appearance are part of the natural character of handmade work.
Ordering/lead time:
Lead time varies depending on maker availability, commission complexity, and varnish curing requirements, but is typically in the range of 4–6 months. Throughout the making process, we provide progress updates, with final audio/video presentation upon completion.
Below is partial of order archive, showcasing the works our award winning luthiers have made for players worldwide:
Guarneri del Gesu 1731 “Baltic”, by VMAAI gold medalist
Guarneri del Gesu 1741 “Vieuxtemps”, by VMAAI gold medalist
Guarneri del Gesu 1744 “Ole Bull”, by VMAAI gold medalist
Guarneri del Gesu 1741 “Ex-Heifetz”, by VSA silver medalist ( tone )
Strad pattern Viola 16.5 inch, by VSA Silver medalist ( Tone )
Guarneri del Gesu 1741 “Vieuxtemps”, by VMAAI gold medalist
Antonio Stradivarius 1715 “Titian”, by VMAAI Gold Medalist
Antonio stradivarius 1716 “Messiah”, by VMAAI Gold Medalist
Guarneri del Gesu 1743 “Cannone”, by VSA Silver Medalist ( Tone )
Antonio Stradivarius 1715 “Titian”, by VMAAI Gold Medalist
