ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI – In response to increasing demand for high quality German violins in moderate price ranges for advancing players, Knilling is pleased to introduce two new master violins from the well-established workshop of Franz Sandner.
“Being able to supply master-made German instruments at modest price points is a special privilege,” says Jim Eaton, Vice President of Orchestral Sales, of St. Louis Music. “These mid-range instruments show all of the craftsmanship and tonal characteristics we would expect of more expensive models.” 
The Franz Sandner #45F Concerto Model 4/4 Violin features highly flamed European maple back and sides and select European spruce tops, fully graduated, with highlighted reddish-brown spirit varnish. List $1595. The Franz Sandner #46F Symphony Model 4/4 Violin features beautifully flamed maple back and sides with select, seasoned top, meticulously graduated, with hand applied translucent golden brown spirit varnish. List $1895. Both models come fully Knilling Custom Shop adjusted, with select ebony trim, French Mirecourt bridge, Hill-style e-string adjuster, and Thomastik Dominant strings. Fractional sizes available on special order.
“They bring to the intermediate player a beautiful master made instrument with an open, mature sound,” Eaton continues. “Each one is destined to become a lifelong musical partner and a family heritage.”
For more information, contact Knilling String Instruments, A Division of St. Louis Music, U.S. Band & Orchestral Supplies, 1400 Ferguson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63133 USA. Tel: 800 727 4512; www.knilling.com
[Pictured: Franz Sandner #45F Concerto Model 4/4 Violin, Franz Sandner #46F Symphony Model 4/4 Violin]
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