samedi 2 avril 2016

Deciding To Buy A Vintage Violin

By Dennis Perry


A large number of people play musical instruments in their homes or as a member of a band. The majority of players when learning will use an inexpensive model and invest more in their instruments as their skills improve. Some players may decide to buy a vintage violin and there is some research to be done beforehand to avoid making costly mistakes.

Most professional players and music tutors will tell students that the more they spend on an instrument and the higher the quality, the better they will play and sound. All hand crafted violins will have an individual tone like no other as well as looking and feeling different to the player. Before making a final decision and buying a valuable instrument you should always spend a little time playing it to ensure it suits you.

A vintage musical instrument will generally be more expensive than a factory made modern version. The price of these violins is dictated by a few things and a little care should be taken when selecting one. You can find reputable music retailers in Huntington Beach, CA who sell vintage instruments and will assist you in finding one that meets your requirements.

After working out your budget you can then begin your search for a suitable violin. The prices of older collectible violins can range from a couple of thousand dollars into the millions for the really rare and valuable pieces. A few things will determine its price and these are age, the name of the maker and the woods and other materials used in its construction.

A store is usually the best place to find an instrument of this kind and there are many offered for sale in stores worldwide. The benefit of buying form a shop is that you can try out the violin and inspect it personally before making a decision. Also the trained staff will be on hand to assist you and any purchase will be covered by their guarantee and after sales care.

Web sites are another place where you may find vintage instruments offered for sale. Buyers should be aware that in some cases they may not be able to see or play the instrument before making an online purchase so a little caution is needed. If you cannot view the piece it is worth getting an expert to examine it for you to check its authenticity before making a financial commitment.

Whenever you buy antiques or items with a high value you should always ask the seller a few questions such as where and when they acquired the item. If the instrument has any serial numbers these can be used to check its history in some cases. Most violins will be sold complete with their case and if it is the original one then this will increase its value.

The last thing to consider when planning on purchasing an antique musical instrument is its insurance cover in case it is lost or damaged. Most homeowners will have contents insurance but in most cases this will not be sufficient to cover very valuable items. Specialist insurers are in the business of covering musical instruments and rare valuable items.




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