5/29/2016

Considering Purchasing A Vintage Violin

By Maria Long


Many people enjoy playing instruments as a hobby or to earn their living as a musician. Most will usually start off with a budget instrument when learning and progress to a more expensive one later on. After becoming more proficient, many players will consider purchasing a vintage violin and there are some important things to think about before you buy one.

If you speak to a professional musician, they will agree that the more expensive the instrument and the better quality it is, the better you will play and sound. All violins, which are handmade by skilled craftsmen, will have a unique tone and appearance. Before you buy a valuable violin it is highly recommended that you spend some time playing it to ensure it is the correct instrument for you.

A vintage instrument will always be more expensive than a mass made modern model. The price of violins is dictated by various things and some care is required when you are in the process of selecting one. You can find experienced music stores in Huntington Beach, CA who specialize vintage instruments and they will assist you in sourcing one that suits your playing style.

When you have calculated how much money you wish to spend, you can start searching for your instrument. The price of antique violins will differ greatly and they can cost millions of dollars if they particularly rare. The maker, kind of wood, the age and the country where it was manufactured can all influence the sale price.

A music store is the best place to find instruments of this type and there are many for sale in stores worldwide. The advantage of using a store is that you can play the violin and check it personally before making a purchase. The trained staff will also be on hand to advise you and any purchases will be covered by their guarantees and after care.

There will be antique instruments offered for sale by internet retailers and web auction sites. Some care is needed when buying from these places as you cannot see your potential purchases before buying. Any valuable instrument should be checked by an expert to ensure it is genuine as over the years many have been forged.

When you purchase antiques with a high value you should ask the seller a few simple questions such as where and when they purchased the item. If the instrument has any manufactures serial numbers, they can be used to check the history in most cases. Most violins will be sold with their case and if it is original, this will usually increase its value.

The final thing to think about is insurance cover for your vintage instrument. A standard home contents policy will not cover a high value instrument and you should check with your insurer. There are specialist firms that can provide comprehensive cover for antiques and price quotes should be obtained before you make a decision.




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