Bernd Hiller & Sohn Master Violin Montagnana 4/4

Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy

Bernd Hiller & Sohn Master Violin Montagnana 4/4

Bernd Hiller & Sohn

Master Violin Montagnana 4/4

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 553648
Model: Master Violin Montagnana 4/4
Price: $9,790.00

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This Montagnana model from Bernd Hiller & Sohn is a serious instrument, built with incredible attention to detail. The aged wood and careful construction really deliver a warm, complex tone that sings. It's ideal for experienced players seeking a historically-inspired violin with exceptional projection and responsiveness.

Product Description

  • Bernd Hiller & Sohn Master Violin Montagnana 4/4
  • Master Violin
  • Size: 4/4
  • Model after Domenico Montagnana
  • Made of self-split. 25 years old swiss wood
  • Length: 357 mm
  • Narrow grained spruce
  • Deeply flamed maple back
  • Hand-carved scroll
  • Red-brown mixed varnish with natural resins from own production on golden-brown ground
  • Fingerboard
  • upper and lower saddle made of ebony
  • Pegs and tailpiece made of Berdanis Dark Paper
  • Pegs and tailpiece French model
  • Chinrest Guarneri model
  • Strings by Pirastro Evah Pirazzi
  • 100% Handmade in Germany
PROS
  • • 25-year aged Swiss wood yields exceptional tonal maturity and resonance.
  • • Hand-carved scroll demonstrates meticulous craftsmanship and aesthetic refinement.
  • • Berdanis Dark Paper pegs/tailpiece offer smooth tuning stability and refined appearance.
  • • Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings provide a rich, powerful, and responsive playing experience.
CONS
  • • The deeply flamed maple back, while beautiful, may be visually polarizing to some.
  • • The red-brown varnish, while traditional, can be sensitive to improper care and cleaning.
  • • The premium-priced nature limits accessibility for many aspiring or student musicians.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 4/4
Top Wood Narrow grained spruce
Back & Sides Deeply flamed maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included No
Case Included No

Similar Products

Applause Jump Dark Matter - Other Acoustic Guitars

Applause Jump Dark Matter

Other Acoustic Guitars

$362
Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Type: OM with cutaway, Top: Solid European spruce, Back and...
4.5 Expert Rating
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F - Flamenco Guitars

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F

Flamenco Guitars

$957
Flamenco Guitar, Top: Solid European Carpathian spruce, Back and...
4.8 Expert Rating
Alpengold Sinova 496 CMH Wild Oak - Piano Accordions

Alpengold Sinova 496 CMH Wild Oak

Piano Accordions

$11,934
Piano Accordion, Body size like a 96 bass model, 120 basses, 38 treble keys, Four...
4.7 Expert Rating
Alpengold Tirol 2 Olive Ash G/C/F/Bb - Diatonic Harmonica Accordions

Alpengold Tirol 2 Olive Ash G/C/F/Bb

Diatonic Harmonica Accordions

$9,458
*Note:* This instrument can also be ordered in other keys. If you are interested, please contact <a...
4.5 Expert Rating
Alpengold Tirol 1 Limba G/C/F/Bb - Diatonic Harmonica Accordions

Alpengold Tirol 1 Limba G/C/F/Bb

Diatonic Harmonica Accordions

$10,228
*Note:* This instrument can also be ordered in other keys. If you are interested, please contact <a...
5 Expert Rating
Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle - ST Style Guitars

Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle

ST Style Guitars

$325
5 Expert Rating
Ampeg RB-112 Bundle - Solid-State Bass Combos

Ampeg RB-112 Bundle

Solid-State Bass Combos

$596
4.6 Expert Rating
Zoom H4essential APH-4e Bundle - Portable Recorders

Zoom H4essential APH-4e Bundle

Portable Recorders

$208
4.8 Expert Rating

Frequently Asked Questions

While many makers attempt Montagnana copies, Bernd Hiller & Sohn’s focus on aged wood and their specific varnish recipe create a noticeably warmer, more mature sound profile.
Like most traditional varnishes, it requires careful handling and cleaning; avoid abrasive polishes and extreme temperature changes to preserve its integrity.
The neck profile is traditionally shaped, offering a slightly more rounded feel than many modern violins, which some players might find requires a brief adjustment period.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn more