Wojciech Topa Violin

The violin is equipped with fine hand-carved rosewood fittings, Evah Pirazzi strings, and a deluxe European maple bridge. The final setup was prepared by an accomplished master violin maker upon import to the United States and exceeds all MENC standards.

The sound of this instrument is full and powerful. The mature and warm nuances make it a violin for professional players or amateurs who want "the best." Rumour has it a top violinist in the Atlanta Symphony plays a Topa violin.

The gorgeous violin is carved of select well-seasoned Carpathian Maple for the neck, back and ribs with a European Spruce top. It is finished with hand applied traditional varnish, non-antiqued. This fine insrument was varnished in Mediterranean yellow and red ochres.

This particular Topa violin was handcrafted in the style of Guadanini utilizing methods employed in the violin making profession since the 1700's.

He creates master certificate violins and manages several skilled apprentices assisting with his workshop level instruments.

Wojciech (pronounced Voy-zhec) Topa is from Zakopane, Poland and is one of Europe's finest luthiers.