This is a Nicolaus Amati Copy circa 1920 violin being sold with bow and case. The case appears to be original.
Niccolo Amati was a teacher of Stradavari. Born 1596, Died 1684. His violins are considered technically perfect, and are copied much. He started with a smaller model than Stradavari. Then Niccolo worked on a "Grand Model."
Nicolo (1596-1684), son of Hieronymus, grandson of Andrea, and nephew of Antonio, is considered the greatest instrument maker of the family. His instruments are much admired for their beautiful and penetrating, though not powerful, tone. Violins, violas, cellos, several three- string bass viols, and at least one pochette by his hand are known.
Specimen label:
Nicolaus Amatus Cremonae Hieronymus et Antonius Nepos fecit anno 1664 (i.e., made by Nicolo Amati of Cremona, descendant of Hieronymus and Antonius, in the year 1664)
Saga has always been a pioneer when it comes to making quality violins to meet the demands of the growing student market. While focusing primarily on quality and value to meet a specific price point, the SV-130 Cremona Premier Novice Series violin was developed. Whether the student is in the earliest stages of the learning process, or well on the way to more advanced training, these violins will perform well beyond the expectation. Now including D’Addario Prelude strings!
Serial Number: 213111
Every Cremona student violin comes with US made Prelude strings, the educator’s preferred strings for students
Properly fitted Swiss style ebony pegs and quality lightweight composite tailpiece with 4 smooth fine tuners for easy tuning
Low profile chinrest, oiled neck and well balanced Anton Breton AB-112 brazilwood bow for ease of playing
Correct string height, string spacing and neck relief for accurate finger positions and tone
Durable ebony fittings and fingerboard along with all handcarved all solid spruce and maple body in DS brown finish, lightweight construction means quality workmanship
Includes deluxe semi-shaped foam case for ultra-lightweight protection
The Cremona SV-150 violin outfit is a fine example of an instrument who’s value and quality far surpass its price tag. Each outfit includes a violin that is completely hand-carved from select solid tone woods and fitted with top quality boxwood pegs, chin rest and composite tailpiece to assure that it not only sounds great, but has a look of elegance not usually found in instruments at this price point. Another great feature you will find in this, an other instruments that make up the Premier Student Series is that each outfit comes equipped with top-quality Anton Breton strings that improve the player experience and brings out the best tone possible in these lovely instruments. As part of every outfit, each SV-150 violin comes protected in its very own TL-33 case – providing the optimum balance between lightweight design and extreme impact protection, and a high-quality J.LaSalle brazilwood bow to make this already perfect outfit one of the best available at this price point!
Features:
Select tonewoods and quality workmanship for the finest possible tone
Every Cremona student violin comes with Anton Breton strings, the educator’s preferred strings for students
Proper peg fitting and easy to use Swiss style boxwood pegs
Correct string height, string spacing and neck relief for accurate finger positions and tone
Boxwood fittings, ebony fingerboard and lightweight composite tailpiece for easy tuning along with all handcarved, all solid spruce and maple body in amber finish
Includes Travelite TL-33 deluxe suspension case for ultra-lightweight protection and exceptionally well balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 brazilwood bow
The Cremona SV-150 violin outfit is a fine example of an instrument whose value and quality far surpass its price tag. Each outfit includes a violin that is completely hand-carved from select solid tonewoods and quality workmanship for the finest possible tone and fitted with top quality boxwood pegs, chin rest and composite tailpiece to assure that it not only sounds great, but has a look of elegance not usually found in instruments at this price point. Another great feature you will find in this violin and other instruments that make up the Premier Student Series is that each outfit comes equipped with top-quality D'Addario Prelude strings that improve the player experience and brings out the best tone possible in these lovely instruments. As part of every outfit, each SV-150 violin comes protected in its very own TL-33 case - providing the optimum balance between lightweight design and extreme impact protection, and a high-quality J.LaSalle brazilwood bow to make this already perfect outfit one of the best available at this price point! Each instrument is setup to Cremona standards at their U.S. workshop.
Features:
Top: Select Solid spruce
Back and Sides: Solid maple
Neck: Oiled solid maple
Fingerboard: Polished ebony
Fittings: Boxwood
Tailpiece: Composite with four built-in fine tuners
The Cremona SV-150 violin outfit is a fine example of an instrument whose value and quality far surpass its price tag. Each outfit includes a violin that is completely hand-carved from select solid tonewoods and quality workmanship for the finest possible tone and fitted with top quality boxwood pegs, chin rest and composite tailpiece to assure that it not only sounds great, but has a look of elegance not usually found in instruments at this price point. Another great feature you will find in this violin and other instruments that make up the Premier Student Series is that each outfit comes equipped with top-quality D'Addario Prelude strings that improve the player experience and brings out the best tone possible in these lovely instruments. As part of every outfit, each SV-150 violin comes protected in its very own TL-33 case - providing the optimum balance between lightweight design and extreme impact protection, and a high-quality J.LaSalle brazilwood bow to make this already perfect outfit one of the best available at this price point! Each instrument is setup to Cremona standards at their U.S. workshop.
Features:
Top: Select Solid spruce
Back and Sides: Solid maple
Neck: Oiled solid maple
Fingerboard: Polished ebony
Fittings: Boxwood
Tailpiece: Composite with four built-in fine tuners
This fine Cremona violin is crafted from the finest selected tonewoods. A clear, transparent varnish highlights the straight-grained solid spruce and figured solid maple. The varnish is slightly shaded to suggest the appearance of a fine, old instrument. The edgework and purfling are clean and artistic, and the scroll is beautifully cut. The fingerboard and trimmings are genuine ebony and the violin is given a professional set-up before is leaves our west coast facility. The tone is smooth and pleasing with great carrying power. Though priced for the advanced student, this fine violin would please any professional player. The SV-500 is supplied with a lightweight rigid foam oblong case and a well-balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 Premium Brazilwood Deluxe Student Violin Bow. Comes in sizes 4/4 to 1/4.
Serial Number: 1918835
SKU: SV-500
Best tone quality for the advanced student
Flamed solid maple back and sides, and solid spruce top with a rich, hand-applied dark amber oil varnish
Set-up to educational standards at our Cremona workshop in the US with French-made Aubert bridge and Anton Breton strings
Quality Swiss-style ebony fittings and select ebony fingerboard with lightweight composite tailpiece and 4 fine tuners for easy tuning
Includes the well balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 brazilwood bow and sturdy Travelite TL-33 arched top oblong case for secure storage and transport
This fine Cremona violin is crafted from the finest selected tonewoods. A clear, transparent varnish highlights the straight-grained solid spruce and figured solid maple. The varnish is slightly shaded to suggest the appearance of a fine, old instrument. The edgework and purfling are clean and artistic, and the scroll is beautifully cut. The fingerboard and trimmings are genuine ebony and the violin is given a professional set-up before is leaves our west coast facility. The tone is smooth and pleasing with great carrying power. Though priced for the advanced student, this fine violin would please any professional player. The SV-500 is supplied with a lightweight rigid foam oblong case and a well-balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 Premium Brazilwood Deluxe Student Violin Bow. Comes in sizes 4/4 to 1/4.
Serial Number: 2211041
SKU: SV-500
Best tone quality for the advanced student
Flamed solid maple back and sides, and solid spruce top with a rich, hand-applied dark amber oil varnish
Set-up to educational standards at our Cremona workshop in the US with French-made Aubert bridge and Anton Breton strings
Quality Swiss-style ebony fittings and select ebony fingerboard with lightweight composite tailpiece and 4 fine tuners for easy tuning
Includes the well balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 brazilwood bow and sturdy Travelite TL-33 arched top oblong case for secure storage and transport
This fine Cremona violin is crafted from the finest selected tonewoods. A clear, transparent varnish highlights the straight-grained solid spruce and figured solid maple. The varnish is slightly shaded to suggest the appearance of a fine, old instrument. The edgework and purfling are clean and artistic, and the scroll is beautifully cut. The fingerboard and trimmings are genuine ebony and the violin is given a professional set-up before is leaves our west coast facility. The tone is smooth and pleasing with great carrying power. Though priced for the advanced student, this fine violin would please any professional player. The SV-500 is supplied with a lightweight rigid foam oblong case and a well-balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 Premium Brazilwood Deluxe Student Violin Bow. Comes in sizes 4/4 to 1/4.
Serial Number: 2211039
SKU: SV-500
Best tone quality for the advanced student
Flamed solid maple back and sides, and solid spruce top with a rich, hand-applied dark amber oil varnish
Set-up to educational standards at our Cremona workshop in the US with French-made Aubert bridge and Anton Breton strings
Quality Swiss-style ebony fittings and select ebony fingerboard with lightweight composite tailpiece and 4 fine tuners for easy tuning
Includes the well balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 brazilwood bow and sturdy Travelite TL-33 arched top oblong case for secure storage and transport
This fine Cremona violin is crafted from the finest selected tonewoods. A clear, transparent varnish highlights the straight-grained solid spruce and figured solid maple. The varnish is slightly shaded to suggest the appearance of a fine, old instrument. The edgework and purfling are clean and artistic, and the scroll is beautifully cut. The fingerboard and trimmings are genuine ebony and the violin is given a professional set-up before is leaves our west coast facility. The tone is smooth and pleasing with great carrying power. Though priced for the advanced student, this fine violin would please any professional player. The SV-500 is supplied with a lightweight rigid foam oblong case and a well-balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 Premium Brazilwood Deluxe Student Violin Bow. Comes in sizes 4/4 to 1/4.
Serial Number: 2219299
SKU: SV-500
Best tone quality for the advanced student
Flamed solid maple back and sides, and solid spruce top with a rich, hand-applied dark amber oil varnish
Set-up to educational standards at our Cremona workshop in the US with French-made Aubert bridge and Anton Breton strings
Quality Swiss-style ebony fittings and select ebony fingerboard with lightweight composite tailpiece and 4 fine tuners for easy tuning
Includes the well balanced J. LaSalle LB-13 brazilwood bow and sturdy Travelite TL-33 arched top oblong case for secure storage and transport