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Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona
Edgar Russ Cremonese 1715
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This is a serious instrument for the dedicated, experienced violinist. Edgar Russ's meticulous recreation of a Stradivari model offers a depth of tone and craftsmanship rarely found, capturing the essence of the Cremonese school. It's an investment piece, truly, designed for the concert hall and discerning collector.
Product Description
- Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Edgar Russ Cremonese 1715
- Violin
- Handmade master violin by master violin maker Edgar Russ himself in Cremona
- modelled on the ‘Cremonese’ by Antonio Stradivari from 1715
- Top made of typically Italian split hazel spruce from Val di Fiemme
- air-dried for at least 20 years
- Back made of flamed Bosnian maple
- air-dried for at least 25 years
- Sides and neck made from the same wood as the back
- Fingerboard made from finest ebony
- The instrument is varnished entirely in the manner of the great Cremonese masters of the 17th century – this includes: a wood primer based on casein and calcium
- an amber-linseed oil varnish specially formulated by Edgar Russ and coloured with pigments to give the instrument a faithful reproduction of the original
- Bridge: Aubert De Luxe
- Pegs
- tailpiece and chinrest made from boxwood
- Boxwood endpin
- Chinrest: Small lateral model "Dresden" with titanium screws
- Fine tuner is selected after the sound adjustment
- The strings are selected according to the sound and sound adjustment
- • Hand-crafted by Edgar Russ himself ensures exceptional build quality and tonal nuance.
- • Val di Fiemme spruce top delivers a remarkably responsive and clear upper register.
- • Careful aging of the wood (20+ years) contributes to a mature, complex tone.
- • Cremonese-style varnish replicates historical techniques for authentic aesthetics and resonance.
- • The premium-priced nature makes it inaccessible to many aspiring musicians.
- • The traditional construction limits amplification options for modern performance needs.
- • The 'Cremonese' model's tonal profile might be too subtle for some players’ preferences.
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