"Il Cessol" Stradivarius Violin Copy, 1716 Model, Deluxe Outfit

Full Description

The Cessol

Antonio Stradivari has become one of the most renowned violin craftsmen of all time. The Cessol was originally created in 1716 with the purpose of being playable, but able to create an articulate voicing when played skilfully. The original has been regarded as one of Stradivari’s finest instruments, and set the foundations for countless violins inspired by it. This interpretation of the original has all the classic elements, but with the benefit of a modern setup and build quality. This Cessol model is ideal for advancing students requiring a sound and feel tot ake them to the next level.

Stunning Tonewoods

The use of maple and spruce is a tried and tested combination used in superior quality violins. This combination produces a focused, powerful sound with plenty of body and tonal warmth, which will only improve over time. The woods are hand selected based on their age and narrowness of grain, before being hand carved for a sound and appearance full of heritage. The distance between the grain affects the resonance of the instrument, with a narrower grain resulting in a more responsive, full bodied and weighted sound with a strong tonal core. The maple back and sides help provide a hard-wearing violin that works with the narrow grain spruce, to provide a unique instrument with incredible response, projection and full tonal body.

Pirastro Obligato String Setup

Providing musicians with a comfortable feel and endless tonal opportunities, the Pirastro Obligato strings are a renowned favourite by musicians worldwide. Designed as a truly innovative synthetic core string with moderate tension, the Obligato produces a clear sound full of subtle complexities. They’re insensitive to humidity and temperature change, whilst offering a tone and feel similar to gut. These strings have been specifically selected to match this violin model.

Marco Raposo Violin Bow

The Marco Raposo VB031 Violin Bow demonstrates elegance and durability with a timeless feel. This bow combines intricate hand crafting methods with modern technological advancements for an impression that?s both familiar and consistent. The rounded stick is ergonomically designed for a comfortable grip. The Brazilian Pernambuco wood stick translates the subtle nuances and expression in your performance for an open weight on the strings. This violin bow enables the advanced and musician to develop and articulate their own tonal characteristics and playing style.

Negri Venezia Violin Case

The Negri Venezia Violin Case is wooden and has a black, water-repellant, cordura canvas cover exterior. The Negri venezia features carry straps for use as a backpack. The case has a blue micro fibre suede interior with one large accessory pocket. This case also features a high quality German lock to keep your instrument safe and secure.

Il Cessol Violin Specifications

Body & Bridge

• Scale: 4/4
• Length of Back: 356mm
• Upper Bout: 167mm
• Middle Bout: 115mm
• Lower Bout: 208mm
• Body: Two Piece Maple
• Ribs: Maple
• Scroll: Maple
• Bridge: Fitted Maple

Neck & Hardware

• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Pegs: Rosewood, Swiss Model
• Chinrest: Rosewood, Guarneri Model
• Tailpiece: Rosewood, Paris Eye
• Topnut: Ebony
• Finish: Oil Varnish

Marco Raposo Bow Specifications

• Style: Round Stick
• Stick: Pernambuco
• Frog: Ebony
• Scale: 4/4
• Weight Without Hair: 62 Grams
• Slide: Nickel
• Thumb: Leather
• Mountings: Nickel
• Lapping: Nickel
• Eyelet: Nickel