Guadagnini Copy to defy Mother Nature

March 31, 2010 at 12:24 PM

Good Morning from a soggy New Englander after nearly six inches of rain. Having read the numerous comments on V.com suggesting a specific violin for use when out of doors, it became quite obvious that this should be an important consideration. Although I pride myself on the extraordinary care I give my instruments, I was passing up on performance opportunities because I did not want to expose any of the "girls" to the elements. The same supplier where I have obtained the bows listed in the "for sale" section had one specific violin that peaked my curiosity. After many questions and research, I have decided to pursue this 2008 Guadagnini copy. No doubt I may have to deal with some minor set up issues, strings, etc. In a few days I shall find out whether it is a good find or folly.

From LUIS CLAUDIO MANFIO
Posted on April 1, 2010 at 10:00 AM

Good! But the photo you have posted is of a late del Gesù model, not a Guadagnini, I think.

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From SAM MIHAILOFF
Posted on April 1, 2010 at 11:05 AM

hmmmmm...could very well be.... well I did buy it sight unseen, and we're definitely not talking major $$$ spent either...perhaps it might be from Guadagnini's "Shanghai Period"?????

From LUIS CLAUDIO MANFIO
Posted on April 1, 2010 at 12:26 PM

Ha!!! Guadagnini in China, a new mystery to be solved!!!

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