Instrument sales

All instruments are sold fully set up and ready to  be played.

  • Violins from beginners outfits to more advanced handmade instruments
  • Cellos basic outfits for beginners
  • Violas
  • Bows beginner to braided carbon fibre to old refurbished

Part exchange for a bigger instrument: If the instrument is kept in immaculate condition I will allow up to 50% of the original purchase price to be used in the part exchange of a bigger outfit. Less if the instrument/bow/case shows signs of ware.

Example:

  • Purchase price of a new 1/2 size violin outfit £120
  • After several months , you need to change to a new 3/4  costing  £120.
  • With the part exchange deal you only pay £60 for the new 3/4 (as long as the violin being part exchanged is kept in excellent condition.

Factory seconds

I have a few factory seconds available, where the instrument has been returned to the supplier because of a small non-structural imperfection. This can be a small blemish in the varnish or other small cosmetic  mark. All factory seconds are otherwise in perfect working order and are sold with a saving of around 40% of the R.R.P.

Preloved:

I have a selection of preloved instruments/bows and outfits. Contact me for my current price list. These instruments range from look “like new” to “well worn” , prices reflect the instrument condition.

Good quality new instruments.

I have a few good quality new violin outfits, bow and case included. I’ve imported these violins directly from the maker in China and they have an antique appearance making a pleasant change from the normal. Prices start from £450.

Violins for sale

Basic new violin out-fit including wooden bow and case. Professionally set-up with a Despiau bridge and prelude strings. £150 Advanced violins Hand-made violins from Chinese maker, advanced model £900 New violins made to my own specifications. Antique finish, set up with Dominant strings and includes a braided carbon fibre bow and oblong case. Hand-made violin …

Violas for sale

15.5 inch Heritage series viola £2500 New Heritage series Viola. Fitted with Dominant strings and includes a new Concord case. Sold with certificate of authenticity. Bow can be supplied on request. New handmade 16 inch viola from China, antique finish £950 Any trial welcome. This viola is suitable for anyone studying for the higher grades …

Cellos for sale.

Heritage Academy 4/4 cello £1800: This cello is a factory second. Normal R.R.P £3000+ This cello is in near perfect condition, but has a small scratch to the varninsh on the back, seen clearly in a close up of the middle picture. Fitted with Jargar strings , this is an affordable way of aquiring this …

Bows for sale

I have a selection of bows available for sale ranging from beginner to more advanced. I have a good selction of new carbon fibre bows along with some preloved older bows that I’ve restored and rehaired. Basic carbon fibre bows £ 35 Made using real white unbleeched horse hair, these bows will suit beginners up …