The Howard Core Select Soil Stradivari Violin is a remarkable modern interpretation of the legendary 1714 Soil Stradivari, one of Antonio Stradivaris finest creations from his Golden Period. Originally owned by Belgian collector Amedee Soil and later played by Itzhak Perlman for nearly three decades, the Soil violin is renowned for its radiant brilliance, tonal purity, and extraordinary projection. Meticulously handcrafted from European spruce and flamed maple, this Core Select reproduction captures the same balance of power, resonance, and tonal complexity that defines the original. Every contourfrom its precisely graduated plates to its refined archinghas been shaped for responsiveness, stability, and expressive depth. The fiery ascending flame on the maple back glows under a hand-applied antique spirit varnish, producing a rich golden-red hue that enhances both tone and visual beauty. Designed for advanced and professional players, the Soil model delivers a brilliant, singing tone with fast response and expressive range. Fitted with Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings, it offers warmth, brightness, and tonal flexibility ideal for both concert hall and studio performance. Key Features Inspired by the historic 1714 Soil Stradivari, famously played by Itzhak Perlman Handcrafted European spruce and flamed maple for tonal richness and strength Refined archings and graduations for exceptional resonance and projection Fiery ascending flame highlighted by antique spirit varnish Brilliant, singing tone with quick response and tonal depth Ideal for advanced and professional violinists Strung with Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings Body Length: 352 mm Upper Bout: 162 mm Lower Bout: 203 mm Specifications Size: 4/4 (Full Size)Top: European SpruceBack & Sides: Flamed European MapleBody Length: 352 mmUpper Bout: 162 mmLower Bout: 203 mmVarnish: Hand-Applied Antique Spirit VarnishFingerboard & Fittings: EbonyBridge: Professionally Fitted Aubert BridgeStrings: Pirastro Evah PirazziTone Quality: Brilliant, Singing, and Powerful Reviews There are no reviews yet. Be the first to review “Howard Core Select CS2000-Soil Model Violin Outfit” Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Your rating * Rate… Perfect Good Average Not that bad Very poor Your review *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.