Andreas Haensel “Viotti” Violin, Germany, 2022

Patterned after the Viotti; ex-Bruce Stradivarius of 1709, this latest masterpiece from Andreas Haensel is a powerfully rich instrument. Offering the depth and response a soloist yearns for, Haensel has outdone himself with a violin that Viotti himself would be pleased to perform with. This violin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity by Haensel.

The back plate is of one piece of maple cut on the quarter of narrow width flaming extending from left to right. The top plate is of two pieces of spruce cut on the quarter of narrow width grain, widening slightly at the flanks. The ribs and scroll are of similar maple. The varnish is of red-brown over a golden ground.
 

1-Year Limited Warranty
This item comes with Shar Music's® 1-year warranty covering defects of workmanship or materials. General wear and tear or misuse are not covered. Non-transferable.

30-Day No Hassle Return Policy
If you are not satisfied with this item for any reason, you may return it for a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

Gold and Silver Medal Winner
Fifth International Violin-Making Competition, Pisogne, Italy
With over 100 top luthiers competing in this major juried event, Andreas Haensel's instruments were awarded the top two prizes in 2014. Coming on the heels of awards in 2010 and 2013, the world's top luthiers have taken note of Andreas Haensel.

Works of Art, From the Hands of a Passionate Craftsman
Upon examination of these violins, great attention to detail and a high level of technical mastery is quickly apparent. But it is in the playing that the real value of these violins emerges. Regardless of pattern, all violins have a quality that makes them easy to play, delighting the hand and ear. Strong, generous tone, with layers of complexity, is the first quality that one notices. Apply more and more bow weight, and the tone simply opens out, with great projection, yet with no overbearing qualities or harshness. Spend even more time playing, and a myriad of intangibles reveal themselves. Response is immediate, whether bowing with strong détaché or flautando.