7/8 Master Violin by Luthier YUSO YAMADA, Japan circa 1960s

Description: Thank you for looking. To browse my entire collection of vintage and contemporary violins and bows, please click on my user name and then filter by Category. Master Luthier Yuso Yamada, Japan, circa 1960sSize: 7/8. Number: 4305 (on the label and also on the wood on the back inside). Proficiency level: Professional. Condition: Excellent vintage condition. There are minor traces of use in the varnish - please review the images carefully. Please note a minor scratch under the tailpiece from the string adjusters. Fittings: ebony fingerboard, pegs, tailpiece, and chinrest; Wittner tailgut and fine tuner; Aubert a Mirecourt bridge. (If desired, the tailpiece can be replaced with an integrated tailpiece with four fine tuners.) Strings: brand new Thomastik-Infeld Dominant.Yuso Yamada is a Japanese luthier who worked actively during Japan's post-war decades. His building style stands out by distinct body shapes of his instruments, original (sometimes non-traditional) choice of tone wood, and unique varnishing technique. His instruments impress with their superb tonal characteristics.Yuso Yamada is a royalty in the world of Japan’s violin making, belonging to Japan's most celebrated luthier dynasty. He is the son of Kenzo Yamada, who established himself as an important violin maker in Japan during the pre-war decade and passed his skill and building style onto his son. Kenzo Yamada is the nephew of Masakichi Suzuki, the founder of Japan's most important and successful violin making company, and cousin of Shinichi Suzuki, the founder of the world famous Suzuki Method. Despite its smaller size, this 7/8 violin impresses with its powerful projection and warm, full-bodied tone, rich with "woody" overtones. It is in excellent vintage condition. There are no cracks, repairs, or noticeable wear in the finish. The instrument appears to have minimal “playing mileage” on it (and probably has a meaningful upside to its already wonderful tone). The fingerboard, tailpiece, and end pin are original, while the pegs and the bridge appear contemporary. Overall, the violin is well preserved for its age and is play-ready. An interesting collector piece, this violin – powerful and responsive - will also reward the skilled player.Accessory OptionThe price shown is for violin only. If you need accessories, I can offer a 20% discount on the already very low price for any of my accessories currently available (applies to items priced at less than $200). You would also save on shipping, relative to buying accessories separately. Shown in the images is one such accessory option, which includes:- Brand new Baker Street 4030 deluxe case: store price approximately $250; my regular price $200; price after 20% discount $160;- Brand new - unused, unrosined – Pernambuco bow: 61 g, nicely balanced (balance point 7.5 inches, measured from the frog, which is optimal); ebony frog decorated with Parisian eye and full nickel-silver mount; mother of pearl slide; three-piece button with a m-o-p eye; natural white horsehair. My regular price is $125; price with the violin purchase, after the 20% discount, is $100;- KUN Bravo shoulder rest, used in good condition: my regular price $62; price after 20% discount $50;If you prefer a different accessory set, please contact me - I will work with you to meet your needs and budget. V120

Price: 3500 USD

Location: New York, New York

End Time: 2024-12-13T16:14:52.000Z

Shipping Cost: 85 USD