Franz Sandner The Old Imitation No.1

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Franz Sandner The Old Imitation No.1

Franz Sandner

The Old Imitation No.1

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 375036
Model: The Old Imitation No.1
Price: $1,317.80

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This Franz Sandner is a solid choice for intermediate players or students seeking a reliable, well-made violin. The Stradivari model influence gives it a classic voice, and the German build quality provides a reassuring level of consistency. It’s a great entry point into higher-quality instruments without the premium price tag of a fully bespoke build.

Product Description

  • Franz Sandner The Old Imitation No.1
  • Orchestra Violin
  • Size: 4/4
  • Stradivari model
  • Flamed maple back
  • sides and neck
  • Solid spruce top
  • Ebony fittings (Diospyros Crassiflora)
  • Wittner tailpiece with fine tuners
  • Wittner chinrest
  • Thomastik Dominant strings
  • Spirit varnish
  • Old imitation
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top yields a surprisingly warm, responsive tone.
  • • Ebony fittings provide excellent durability and a smooth playing experience.
  • • German craftsmanship ensures consistent quality and reliable construction.
  • • Wittner fine tuners allow for precise intonation adjustments.
CONS
  • • Spirit varnish can be a bit thick, potentially dampening high frequencies.
  • • The 'old imitation' aesthetic might not appeal to players seeking a modern look.
  • • While good, the included Thomastik Dominant strings are a step below premium options.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 4/4
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Flamed Maple
Fingerboard Ebony (Diospyros Crassiflora)
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures the essence of a Stradivari, but lacks the nuanced complexity and projection of truly high-end instruments—a tradeoff for its more accessible price point.
Absolutely; the standard fittings are easily swapped for higher-end options like a more sophisticated tailpiece or a different chinrest.
The neck profile is fairly standard, leaning towards a slightly flatter shape, which generally suits a wide range of hand sizes but might feel a touch wider for some with very petite hands.

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