The Makers:

This is a fine violin from the Laboratorio de la Musica workshop, Ragusa Italy.  The luthier who made the violin in 2004 is Luka Bacchi.

Appearance:

Based on the “Betts” Stradivari model and finished it with a light gold brown varnish, with fiery figured one-piece back and scroll.  The makers’ signature appears on the label.

Sound & Feel:

It has a a resonant, strong, and dazzling sound with evenness and exceptional playability.

Materials:

Belly: Spruce, Two-Piece

Back: Maple, One-Piece

Specs:

Back length: 35.7 cm

String length: 38.8 cm