Heritage "Il Cessol" Stradivarius Violin Copy, Full Outfit

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Key Features

  • Replica of the 1716 Il Cessol Stradivarius Model
  • Includes Negri Classic Case, Pirastro String Setup & Orchestra Bow
  • Entirely Hand Crafted by Master Luthier Xue Ping Hue
  • Supplied with Certificate of Authenticity
  • Produces a Warm, Balanced Tone with High Frequencies

Heritage "Il Cessol" Stradivarius Violin Copy, Full Outfit Overview

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The Il Cessol Stradivarius Violin copy continues the legacy of a classic instrument. The two-piece maple body produces a warm, balanced tone with bright high frequencies. The ebony fingerboard adds clarity to your sound and provides a comfortable feel during play, whilst the rosewood tailpiece adds complex overtones to your overall sound. The Stradivarius is ideal for musicians who want to achieve an articulate, mature tone in an ensemble. The oil varnish adds a classic aesthetic to this instrument. Set up with Pirastro obligato synthetic strings, this model offers a similar tone to gut with modern practicality. The Il Cessol violin comes with a Negri classic case and an orchestra carbon fibre bow with pernambuco veneer.

Product Ref: 79193

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Gold Standard Set-up

Professionally set-up by experienced luthiers, this violin features Larsen Virtuoso strings. At a lower tension than other strings in their category they offer an unprecedented sound volume and clarity. The set up provided means it is ready to play, out of the box. It is stripped down, the nut is filed to the optimum height and string spacing is tailored to the individual instrument.

The Cessol Stradivari

Antonio Stradivari is the most renowned violin maker of all time. The Cessol Stradivari, was made at the height of Stradivari’s career, in 1716, and is a wonderful violin to copy. This interpretation of the original has all the classic elements, but with the benefit of a modern setup and build quality. This Cessol model is ideal for advancing students requiring a sound and feel to take them to the next level.

Full Size Violin

This 4/4 size Stradivari Violin is the ideal fit for most players - adults and older children can enjoy the comfortable fit of this instrument. Worry no more about adjusting the instrument to your size and concentrate solely on your musical preparation.

Stunning Materials

Using the historic combination of maple and spruce for the body of the violin, the makers have tried to be faithful to both the look and feel of the great violin. This combination of beautiful highly figured maple for the back, ribs and scroll, and the high-mountain spruce for the sound board or table, produces a focused, powerful sound with plenty of body and tonal warmth, which will only improve over time. The woods are hand selected based on their age and narrowness of grain, before being hand carved for a sound and appearance full of heritage. The instrument has good response, projection and a full tone. The violin is fitted with a top-grade ebony fingerboard, shaped for easy of playing and quality pegs, tailpiece and Guarneri model chinrest.

Larsen Virtuoso String Setup

Providing musicians with a comfortable feel and endless tonal opportunities, the Larsen Virtuoso strings are an increasingly favourite of musicians worldwide. Using the latest materials in core material and Silver for the windings of the lower two strings with moderate tension, the Virtuoso produces a clear sound full of subtle complexities. Our luthier has set the instrument up with care and precision ensuring the violin is ready to play.

Negri Classic Case

Included in this outfit is a Negri Classic violin case made with a wooden frame, featuring a water- repellant, nylon canvas cover. The Negri Classic features carry straps so the case can be used as a backpack. The case has a velvet interior(*) with two large accessory pockets and features a high quality lock to keep your instrument safe and secure.

*Interior Colours Subject to Availability.

Negri Classic Exterior Case Features

  • Wooden case
  • High quality lock
  • Waterproof Cover
  • Heavy gauge D-Rings
  • Extra strong hardware
  • Extra strong end-on strap for public transport
  • Large zippered music pocket
  • Five-layer laminate wooden box
  • Carrying straps for a backpack system
  • Cover made of original nylon material
  • Extra screws for a perfect attaching of the cover
  • Big rain protection flap (only for the cordura version)
  • High quality metal parts chrome plated for resistance to corrosion
  • Oversized leather handle (for carrying the case with gloves in cold weather)

Negri Classic Interior Case Features

  • 4 high quality two position bow spinners with springs
  • Accent trim and highest quality burgundy velvet interior
  • 1 special shoulder rest compartment
  • 3 points deep suspension air system
  • 1 big accessory compartment
  • Violin protective blanket
  • Elegant brass pull
  • Hygrometer
  • Strings tube

Violin Specifications

Body & Bridge

  • Scale: 4/4
  • Length of Back: 356mm
  • Upper Bout: 167mm
  • Middle Bout: 115mm
  • Lower Bout: 208mm
  • Body: Two Piece Maple
  • Ribs: Maple
  • Scroll: Maple
  • Bridge: Fitted Maple

Neck & Hardware

  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Pegs: Tintul Rosewood ( Swiss Model with Paris Eye)
  • Chinrest: Tintul Rosewood, Guarneri Model
  • Tailpiece: Tintul Rosewood, Paris Eye
  • Top Nut: Ebony
  • Finish: Oil Varnish with Antique Aspect