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Violin by Alan Beavitt, Scoraig, 2022
About Alan Beavitt
Alan Beavitt is a highly respected British luthier who has had his workshop on the remote Scoraig peninsula since 1973. His work is much sought after by professional players in the UK and abroad.
Alan's background as an experimental physicist has led him to adopt a research-based approach to violin making, with numerous fascinating articles to his name.
About the violin
This violin was made on the Scoraig peninsula in 2022 and is built on a personal model.
The violin has a one-piece back of quarter-sawn maple, the flame ascending from left to right. The ribs and scroll are of similar wood. The front is of two pieces of Sawara cypress, a species native to Japan which Alan has researched extensively for its properties as a tonewood for violin making.
The violin has a length of back of 354 mm.
How does it sound?
This violin has a particularly bright and projecting tone. It loves to be played in an energetic and muscular way, and responds very well to a bold and enthusiastic playing style.
Condition
The violin is in original mint condition.
Audio sample
Further information
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