Scala Vilagio F.H. Guarneri del Gesu 1735
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Scala Vilagio
F.H. Guarneri del Gesu 1735
Product Info
Article Number:
530559
Brand:
Scala Vilagio
Model:
F.H. Guarneri del Gesu 1735
Category:
Acoustic Violins
Price:
$7,139.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Scala Vilagio is a beautifully realized copy of the famed Guarneri del Gesu, built with a clear focus on traditional construction. The shorter bridge position is a clever touch for smaller players or those seeking a slightly more delicate feel. It's a premium-priced instrument ideal for serious students or experienced players appreciating authentic European craftsmanship.
Product Description
- Scala Vilagio F.H. Guarneri del G. Plowden
- Violin
- Size: 4/4
- F.H. Guarneri del Gesu Plowden 1735 model
- Handmade in Germany by the master violin maker Florian Hertzsch
- Built after the "Plowden" by Guarneri del Gesu with a one-piece bottom and a beautiful scroll made by his father Filius Andreae
- Due to the 3 mm shorter bridge position
- the instrument appears quite delicate and is often played by violinists and smaller people
- The top is made of alpine spruce
- Bottom
- sides and scroll are made of flamed maple
- One-piece bottom
- Ebony fretboard
- Rosewood fittings
- Own production antique oil lacquer with amber lacquer according to the Italian role model
- A thin lacquer layer allows an unhindered swinging of the woods
- Copy lacquer with wear traces of the original instrument
- The final sound adjustment is carried out via the bridge and the soundpost
- Bottom length: 351 mm
- Bridge position: 192 mm (3 mm shorter than standard)
- Factory stringing: Pirastro Evah Pirazzi
- Incl. a certificate and a Gewa Bio violin case (Grey/Black)
PROS
- • Handmade in Germany by Florian Hertzsch guarantees exceptional craftsmanship.
- • Alpine spruce top provides a responsive and nuanced tonal palette.
- • One-piece back enhances projection and resonance, a hallmark of quality.
- • Unique bridge placement caters to smaller players, broadening usability.
CONS
- • The antique oil lacquer, while beautiful, requires careful maintenance and is prone to wear.
- • The Guarneri del Gesu model, while classic, might lack originality for some players.
- • Being a European-made instrument, humidity acclimation is crucial upon arrival.
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Key Features
Size
4/4
Top Wood
Alpine Spruce
Back & Sides
Flamed Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Bow Included
No
Case Included
No
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Frequently Asked Questions
A one-piece back often contributes to increased clarity and sustain, as it minimizes potential vibrational damping.
The antique oil lacquer replicates the appearance of centuries-old instruments, and the wear traces are intentionally applied to enhance the vintage aesthetic, but require careful care.
While capable of a high level of performance, it’s more suited to advanced students and serious amateurs; a professional orchestra might prefer an older, more historically significant instrument.
