Walter Mahr Lion`s Head Violin 4/4

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Walter Mahr Lion`s Head Violin 4/4

Walter Mahr

Lion`s Head Violin 4/4

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 595701
Model: Lion`s Head Violin 4/4
Price: $2,629.00

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This Walter Mahr Lion's Head is a beautifully crafted violin, perfect for intermediate to advanced players seeking a traditional German sound. The Guarneri model delivers a focused, clear tone with good projection, while the lion's head carving adds a unique aesthetic. It’s a great choice for someone wanting a quality instrument without the truly premium price tag of a workshop-grade instrument.

Product Description

  • Walter Mahr Lion`s Head Violin 4/4
  • Lion's Head Violin 4/4
  • Made in Germany in the workshop of master luthier Walter Mahr in Bubenreuth
  • Guarneri model with hand-carved lion's head
  • Solid
  • very fine and even hazel spruce top
  • Back and sides made of flamed sycamore maple
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Ebony pegs
  • Wittner tailpiece
  • Thomastik Dominant strings
  • Old imitation gold-brown varnish
  • Body length: 35.4 cm
  • Width of upper bout: 16.8 cm
  • Width of middle bout: 11.2 cm
  • Width of lower bout: 20.8 cm
PROS
  • • Hand-carved lion's head adds visual flair and a touch of artistry.
  • • Hazel spruce top provides a clear, responsive, and nuanced tone.
  • • Flamed sycamore maple back offers warmth and projection, balanced sound.
  • • Ebony fingerboard ensures smooth playability and excellent intonation.
CONS
  • • Sycamore maple, while beautiful, isn't as tonally complex as highly-figured maple.
  • • Wittner tailpiece is functional but a potential upgrade for serious players.
  • • Old imitation varnish can be a bit thick, potentially dampening high frequencies.

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Key Features

Size 4/4
Top Wood Solid, very fine and even hazel spruce
Back & Sides Flamed sycamore maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

The sycamore maple provides a warmer tone than highly figured maple, but it might lack some of the overt brilliance and complexity. It’s still a very pleasing and well-balanced sound overall.
The description specifies an 'old imitation' varnish, meaning it's likely a later application intended to mimic an aged finish. It contributes to the aesthetic but may slightly affect the instrument's acoustic response.
Walter Mahr violins are known for their excellent craftsmanship. While not a mass-produced instrument, the build quality is very high, with attention to detail and a solid, reliable construction.

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