"ENDEAVOUR" New Zealand's own brand of violins.

Endeavour violins are hand-carved in China to design and quality specifications of The String Workshop, in Auckland NZ. Available in all sizes. This auction is for a 3/4 size Endeavour "Alumnus" model violin.

These violins stand out from other brands of 'heavy' and 'dull' violins which are swamping today's market. Endeavour "Alumnus" violins are light-weight and produce an alive, clear and beautiful resonance which far exceeds the tone of other violins in this price range. Made from carefully selected fine-grained and seasoned tonewoods, hand carved, and then carefully vanished.

I am a professional violin-maker, and personally set-up and adjust each instrument for perfect playability, and for a rich and balanced tone. An excellent instrument for higher level intermediate players.

Bridge: Despiau (France) Strings: Pirastro Violino (Germany) Tailpiece: Wittner (Germany) Pegs: Ebony Fingerboard: Ebony Chinrest: Ebony "Guarneri" Belly: Solid 'select' seasoned spruce. Fine grain Back: Solid 'select' Flamed Maple. Ribs: Solid 'select' Flamed Maple Neck: Solid 'select' Flamed Maple Bow: Brazilian octagonal stick. Ebony frog. Natural horse hair. Silver lapping. Leather thumb grip. Case: Lightweight 'deluxe' model. Impact resistant styrofoam core. With hygrometer, two bow clips, shoulder rest compartment, A4 sheet music pocket, and removable shoulder straps.

Visit 'The String Workshop' in Mairangi Bay and try before you buy.

Endeavour violin models (See my other listings): "OPTIMIST" -Quality beginners model. $259 "DISCIPLE" -Quality student model. $349 "JOURNEYMAN" -Quality Intermediate model. $449 "ARTISAN" - High Spec model. (top Seller!) $595 "ALUMNUS" - High Spec hand-carved, hand-varnished model. $795 "MAESTRO" -High Spec advanced model. $1295

NB: I also have a collection of Antique violins, professionally restored and set-up, which are available for purchase. All inquiries welcome.

The String Workshop