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March 5, 2005 at 06:09 AM · i was wondering if any of you guys have had experience with William Whedbee instruments. He mostly makes cellos, but i found a violin of his that im trying out.

thanks!

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March 5, 2005 at 09:55 AM · Very well liked.

March 5, 2005 at 11:32 PM · I've sold two Whedbee violins in the last 10 years. Both we full sounding and responsive.

March 6, 2005 at 06:18 AM · The lone Whedbee I tried had great response and a very sweet tone. However, it did seem to lack that extra gear when it came to power. The lack of power might have just been the model, though.

March 7, 2005 at 01:58 AM · I'm playing a Whedbee's, it's good and fantastic.

April 8, 2005 at 06:46 PM · I have a chance to try out/buy a Whedbee viola, I have no idea of the price range for his instruments, but the price is 10k, which some have told me is a steal. Is it?

April 9, 2005 at 02:35 PM · Dan

I tried out a viola of his, and thought it was fantastic. Very responsive, not to mention, it was gorgeous. I think they're terrific instruments for the price. Do you remember meeting Charlie from my school? He plays on one too. Good Luck : )

April 10, 2005 at 07:57 PM ·

May 11, 2005 at 05:20 AM · I have a 1989 Whedbee violin. I love it! It has the biggest sound. I played it during my time at SF Conservatory and I often had inquiries about what kind of violin it was. Most people were shocked it wasn't a fine Italian instrument. The only sad thing is I am selling it to fund a new viola. Let me know if anyone has any interests in a great violin!!

May 11, 2005 at 03:43 PM · I do! Tell me about it, please. Price? Characteristics? Proportions, esp. fingerboard (I have small hands.) There's a Whedbee on eBay, closing tomorrow...

June 2, 2015 at 04:48 AM · I am a violinist with the Utah Symphony. I am currently selling a beautiful Whedbee that I have used for 10 years. (Only to purchase another one of the same maker that I liked even better). It has a big, rich sound. Our concertmaster and associate concertmaster also own and play Whedbee violins. Great instruments.

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