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        • L'Archet Brasil VIola Bow Sterling Silver Plus
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        • FInkel Cello Bow, Lefin Model
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        • Hoyer Pernambuco Cello Bow No. 19 Master Series
        • Dorfler Pernambuco Cello Bow No. 17
        • Orchestra Brazilwood Round Nickel Mounted Cello Bow
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        • Westbury Brazilwood Cello Bridge
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      • Sinfonica Shaped Fibre Glass Cello Case
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stringed Instruments £10,000 - £20,000

Some of the very finest instruments on offer here at Stamford Strings. Contact us for more details or to book a trial or pop into our Stamford Shop to view. 

catalogue of instruments available

NEW Bergonzi Model Violin - A unique collaboration by the Trustees of the RAB Trust. A soloist's violin. Evah Pirazzi Gold.
NEW Antoine Gourdon, 2020 - Violin with Corene fingerboard.
NEW Carlos Libreros Viola, 2022 - Andrea Guarneri 'Josefowitz' 1690 Model, 16", Antiqued, Evah Pirazzi Strings.
Strad Model Cello - Started by Arnold Boyes and completed in a unique and exciting RAB Trust collaboration.
Andrew Woods, Cello - Made to Andrew's own design, with a slim waist and beautiful spirit varnish finish.
​Filippo Protani Cello 2007 - Rugeri Model, Oil Varnish, mature balanced sound.
SOLD NEW Leonardo Cello, Aqua Model, 2022 - Based on a Carcassi model, rich orange-red varnish. 
Nigel Melfi, Violin 2018 - Amati model and was made for Cremona 2018, and was praised for its playability.
​Helen Mitchetschläger Violin, 1991 - Andrea Guarneri model, light oil varnish. Immaculate condition.
​Mathieu Fourrier Violin, 2015 - A copy of Strad Huberman violin, played by Joshua Bell. Fabulous sound and playability.
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Bergonzi Model Violin - RAB Trust, 2021

A unique and exciting collaboration between Master Makers Mark Robinson, Philip Ihle, Nigel Melfi and Elaine Spicer. Based on the 'Cramer Heath' Bergonzi model, a favourite of Mark Robinson. Incredible depth of sound. Evah Pirazzi Gold strings. A soloist's violin.

carlos libreros 2022

Andrea Guarneri 'Josefowitz' 1690 Model, 16", Antiqued, Evah Pirazzi Strings. One piece back. Sonorous, rich sound. Evenly balanced. Superb sound and subtly antiqued oil varnish, handmade by Carlos.

antoine gourdon, 2020

Stunning violin handmade in the UK by Master Maker Antoine Gourdon and set up with Peter Infeld Strings, featuring rosewood pegs and tailpiece and an ebony chin rest. The model is inspired by the Stradivari Gibson Huberman, 1713, and features a sustainable new generation of fingerboard "sonowood". Amber varnish.

antoine gourdon, 2019

Gorgeous violin, handmade by Master Maker Antoine Gourdon, and set up with Peter Infeld Strings, boxwood pegs, tailpiece and chin rest. The model is inspired by Guarneri Plowden "del Gesù" 1735. Amber varnish with an antiqued finish.

strad model CELLO - collaboration

Strad Model Cello. A unique and wonderful cello with a fabulous history being sold on behalf of the RAB Trust. Started by Arnold Boyes and finished by Helen Michetschläger, Mark Robinson, Philip Ihle and others. Practically perfect in every way. 10/10 for playability, looks and sound.

Andrew Woods Cello

Andrew Woods, Cello. Made to Andrew's own design, this is a full size cello with a slim waist and beautiful spirit varnish finish. Set up with a combination of Spiricore and Larsen Magnacore strings, this cello has a mature and rich sound that will delight any professional or serious amateur.

Filippo Protani Cello 2007

Filippo Protani Cello 2007. This Rugeri Model Cello has a well balanced mature sound. The cello has a rich golden brown oil varnish and is set up with Thomastik Versum (G and C) and Larsen strings (A and D). 

Nigel Melfi Violin 2018

Nigel Melfi, Violin 2018. Exquisitely finished and with immaculate varnish, this violin is an Amati model and was made for Cremona 2018, and was praised for its playability. Indeed, with a highly refined set up it plays like a dream and has looks to match.

helen Michetschläger 1991

HELEN MICHETSCHLÄGER, Violin 1991. One of Britain's foremost modern makers, Helen's work is much in demand and she works to commission. This rarely available instrument has a light golden is based on Andrea Guarneri 1664 and has a light golden oil varnish. 

Mathieu Fourrier

Mathieu Fourrier, Violin 2015. Based on Stradivarius' Huberman, played by Joshua Bell. Stunning varnish, antiqued to match the original. Set up with Evah Pirazzi Strings. Having been through various seasons, this violin has opened up and developed it's mature voice. Mathieu has worked with Philip Ihle, amongst other significant makers.​

helen Michetschläger violin 1993

SOLD

​​​Helen Michetschläger Violin 1993. One of Britain's foremost modern makers, Helen's work is much in demand and she works to commission. This rarely available instrument has a rich red oil varnish and is based on a Guarneri model.

peter smith viola 2018
THIS VIOLA IS NOW SOLD. CONTACT US IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO COMMISSION A VIOLA BY PETER SMITH

Peter Smith, Viola 2018. Rarely available, and a stunning example of the results of decades of experimentation and research by this brilliant British Maker. Antiqued and featuring intricate inlay characteristic of Peter's work, based on the Andrea Guarneri Conté Vitale model, with the Maker's own adaptations to improve playability and sound.

TONY PADDAY CELLO 

SOLD
Tony Padday Cello 1990. Based on an Andrea Guarneri model. In immaculate condition with a new set up including Spiricore and Larsen Magnacore Strings. Slightly smaller size body with full size set up (680mm string length). Very comfortable to play. Gorgeous full bodied sound that you would expect from this master maker.

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  • Home
  • Shop
    • Brazenose Violins Instruments
    • Cellos under £3,000 >
      • Eastman Limited Edition Master Cello - Gold Set Up
      • Hidersine Reserve Cello - Hand Varnished in the UK
    • Handmade Cellos >
      • Strad Model Cello - Collaboration
      • Filippo Protani Cello
      • Maurice Bouette Cello. 1965
      • Brazenose Cello
      • Tony Padday Cello
      • Andrew Wood Cello
    • Violas >
      • Carlos Libreros Viola
      • Gabriele Rossi Viola
      • Peter Smith Viola
      • Theo Parmakis Viola
      • Florea Precub Viola
    • Stringed Instruments £10000 - £20000
    • Violins £5,000 - £10,000
    • Violins under £5,000
    • Stringed Instruments £90 - £3,000 >
      • Antique and Second Hand Instruments >
        • Handmade Violin of the Newark School
        • Handmade Violin by Don Tatem 1986
        • Three Quarter Size Antique German Violin
      • Eastman and Primavera Instruments and Bows >
        • Eastman Limited Edition Master Cello - Gold Set Up
        • Eastman Master Viola Outfit SPECIAL BUNDLE OFFER
        • Eastman Master Series Guarneri Model Violin
        • Eastman Concertante Violin Outfit - UPGRADED SPECIAL PURCHASE
        • Eastman Westbury Cello Outfit 4/4
        • Eastman Westbury Viola UPRADED
        • Eastman Westbury Violin Outfit - UPGRADED
        • Primavera 200 Violin Outfit - UPGRADED
      • Hidersine Instruments and Bows >
        • Hidersine Reserve Cello - Hand Varnished in the UK
        • Hidersine Reserve Violin - Middle Grade
        • Hidersine Espressione Violin Guarneri Model
        • Hidersine Venezia Violin Outfit
        • Hidersine Veracini Cello Outfit - UPGRADED
        • Hidersine Veracini Violin Outfit - UPGRADED
        • Hidersine Piacenza Violin Outfit - UPGRADED
        • Hidersine Vivente Cello Outfit - Luthier Set up
        • Hidersine Vivente Finetune Violin Outfit - UPGRADED
        • Hidersine Vivente Violin Outfit
        • Hidersine Inizio VIolin Outfit and Starter Kit
        • Hidersine Inizio Violin Outfit - Fractional Sizes
    • Bows >
      • L'Archet Brasil Finest Pernambuco Bows >
        • L'Archet Brasil Violin Bow Sterling Silver Fully Mounted ART DECO
        • L'Archet Brasil Viola Bow Sterling Silver PLUS
        • L'ACHET BRASIL VIOLIN BOW PERNAMBUCO NICKEL FULLY MOUNTED
        • L'Archet Brasil Violin Bow Sterling Silver Fully Mounted
        • L'ARCHET BRASIL VIOLA BOW PERNAMBUCO NICKEL FULLY MOUNTED
        • L'Archet Brasil Viola Bow Pernambuco Sterling Silver Fully Mounted
        • L'ACHET BRASIL VIOLA BOW PERNAMBUCO NICKEL FULLY MOUNTED
        • L'Archet Brasil Violin Bow Pernambuco Nickel Performance
        • L'Archet Brasil Viola Bow Pernambuco Nickel Half Mounted
        • L'Archet Brasil Violin Bow Pernambuco Nickel Half Mounted
        • L'Archet Brasil Pernambuco Cello Bow Nickel Fully Mounted
        • L'Archet Brasil Cello Nickel Performance Pernambuco Bow
        • L'ARCHET BRASIL PERNAMBUCO CELLO BOW NICKEL HALF MOUNTED
      • Violin Bows >
        • Japanese Archet Sonore Violin Bow
        • Finkel Violin Bow, Atelier Model
        • L'Archet Brasil Violin Bow Sterling Silver Fully Mounted
        • L'Archet Brasil Violin Bow Pernambuco Nickel Performance
        • L'Archet Brasil Violin Bow Pernambuco Nickel Half Mounted
        • Marco Raposo Pernambuco Violin Bow
        • Hidersine Select Pernambuco Violin Bow
        • Orchestra Carbon Fibre Veneer Violin Bow - Silver
        • Dofler Pernambuco Violin Bow
        • Dorfler Pernambuco Violin Bow with Large Pearl Eye
        • Dofler Brazilwood Viola Bow
        • Gewa Brazilwood Violin Bow
        • Dorfler Pernambuco Violin Bow - Nickel
        • Orchestra Carbon Fibre Weave Violin Bow
        • Hidersine ¾ Fine Pernambuxco Octagonal Violin Bow
        • Orchestra Brazilwood Octagonal Nickel Mounted Violin Bow
        • Westbury Composite Violin Bow
        • Westbury Brazilwood Violin Bow
      • Viola Bows >
        • L'Archet Brasil VIola Bow Sterling Silver Plus
        • L'Archet Brasil Viola Bow Pernamubuco Nickel Half Mounted
        • Orchestra Carbon Fibre Veneered Viola Bow
        • Dorfler Brazilwood Viola Bow No. 7A
        • Orchestra Carbon Fibre Weave Viola Bow
        • Orchestra Brazilwood Round Nickel Mounted Viola Bow
        • Westbry Brazilwood Viola Bow
      • Cello Bows >
        • FInkel Cello Bow, Lefin Model
        • L'Archet Brasil Cello Nickel Performance Pernambuco Bow
        • L'Archet Brasil Pernambuco Cello Bow Nickel Fully Mounted
        • Hoyer Pernambuco Cello Bow No. 19 Master Series
        • Dorfler Pernambuco Cello Bow No. 17
        • Orchestra Brazilwood Round Nickel Mounted Cello Bow
        • Hidersine Carbon Fibre Cello Bow
        • Westbury Brazilwood Cello Bridge
    • Instrument Cases >
      • Sinfonica Shaped Fibre Glass Cello Case
      • Gewa Pure Polycarbonate Cello Case
      • Gewa Pure Polycarbonate Violin Case
      • ORCHESTRA CARBON FIBRE SHAPED VIOLIN CASE
      • BAM SAINT GERMAIN STYLUS OBLONG VIOLIN CASE
      • BAM ARTISTO VIOLIN CASE - BLACK
      • BAM STYLUS VIOLIN CASE - GREY
      • BAM CLASSIC VIOLIN CASE - NAVY
      • Sinfonica Shaped Fibre Glass Violin Case
      • GSJ OBLONG GREY VIOLIN CASE
    • Workshop Services >
      • Appraisals and Valuations
      • Bow Rehairing
      • Gold Service
      • Silver Service
      • Bronze Service
      • New Bridge
    • Accessories >
      • Shoulder Rests >
        • Everest Violin Shoulder Rest
        • Kun Limited Edition 4/4 Violin Shoulder Rest 'Style Icon' Series - Flowers
        • Hidersine Oxbury Shoulder Rest
        • Bonmusica Shoulder Rest
        • Playonair Shoulder Rest
        • Hidersine Shawbury Shoulder Rest
        • Kun Violin Shoulder Rest
      • Strings >
        • Thomastik Peter Infeld Violin Strings
        • Thomastik Vision Solo Violin Strings
        • Thomastik Dominant Strings
        • Thomastik Spirocore Cello Strings
        • Il Cannone Violin Soloist Strings
        • Pirastro Obligato Violin Strings
        • Pirastro Passione Strings
        • Pirastro Perpetual Violin Strings
        • Pirastro Tonica Strings
        • Larsen Original Strings
        • Larsen Magnacore Cello Strings
        • Larsen Soloists Edition Cello String
        • D'Addario Prelude Strings
        • Prelude Gift Set for the Violinist
        • Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Gold Violin Strings
        • Jargar Classic 'Cello Strings
        • Jargar Young Talent Cello Strings Set
        • Pro-Arté Viola Strings
        • Hill Special Violin String, E
      • Rosin >
        • Leatherwood EcoRosin
        • Evah Pirazzi Gold Rosin
        • Pirastro Cello Rosin
        • Pirastro Obligato Rosin
        • Melos Rosin
        • Kaplan Art Rosin - Dark
      • Musical Face Masks
      • Violinist's Gift Box
      • Quartet of Belgian Chocolate Violins
      • Cello Anchor with Hardwood Base
      • CELLOGARD - PROTECTION FOR 'CELLOS
      • PURE SILK SCARF FOR VIOLINS
      • Violin Silk Bags
      • Wittner Tailpiece
    • Stringed Instrument and Bow Rentals
  • About
    • Our People >
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  • Contact
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