Bravura Symphony Violin FP03

Features of the McNeela Bravura Symphony Violin

• Crafted from solid European wood, aged for 20 years
• Solid flamed spruce top
• Flamed maple back & sides
• Oil varnished finish
• Ebony fingerboard
• Aubert bridge
• Jujube fittings - tuning pegs, chin rest and tailpiece
• Silver strings

Bonus Extras

• Premium violin case
• Carbon fibre bow

Quality Build

The McNeela Virtuoso Violin features a bridge produced by the Aubert Lutherie in France. These French luthiers select the best quality maple wood and their bridges are treated with natural products which protect the wood and enhance its acoustic qualities.

Why Jujube?

Jujube, also referred to as 'red date' or the 'iron tree', is a species in the genus Ziziphus in the buckthorn family Rhamnaceae. As a tone wood, Jujube is characterised as a strong, dense, and highly durable wood. Aesthetically it is a particularly handsome wood, offering a fine texture and beautiful red hue when polished. Jujube is used in Korea, to craft the body of the traditional folk instrument, taepyeongso - a double reed wind instrument. Jujube and boxwood - when of a high quality - can be used interchangeably. 

A Worthy Investment

Crafted to the highest standards, The Bravura Symphony Violin is a reliable, long-lasting investment that will continue to improve with age. For complete peace of mind however, McNeela offers a one year guarantee on all new violins. Beyond one year, we will still happily service your violin, should the need arise. Additionally, if for any reason you are dissatisfied with your purchase, we offer a full, unconditional money-back guarantee - simply return the instrument within 14 days.

Violin Care Tips:

Learn to correctly care for your violin to protect your investment and ensure your new instrument stays in top condition for longer.

Storage

• When not playing your violin, always store it in its hard case with the lid fastened.
• Remember to remove your shoulder rest before storing your instrument.

Temperature

• Like most musical instruments, violins hate extremes of temperature and humidity.
• Extremes of temperature or extreme fluctuations of temperature, may cause the wood to warp, affecting your tuning pegs and the intonation of the strings. 

Humidity

• Humidity must also be kept constant (not too high, not too low).
• If you live in a very dry climate or somewhere with long, dry Winters, you might want to consider investing in a humidifier. 

Extra Care

• Hold the violin at the neck, not at the body. Oils in our hands and fingers can damage the finish of the wood. 
• Wipe your violin down with a dry, microfibre cloth after playing. This will help to prevent a build up of rosin and remove any oils from the body. 
• Check the bridge placement before and after tuning. 
• Bring your violin to a professional luthier to be cleaned. Never try to clean it yourself using water or cleaning products.

Expert Advice for Violin Buyers

 If you need a little more guidance, make sure to check out the McNeela Music Blog which includes plenty of helpful violin buyers guides, packed full of expert advice and information, including: 

• Myths & Warning Signs to Heed When Buying a Violin

• Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Violin

• How to Choose the Best Violin Strings

• An Expert Guide to Choosing a Violin Bow

Good to Know:

• 14 day money back guarantee from the day you receive the Virtuoso Violin. See our Shipping & Returns Policy.
• One year warranty. All our new violins offer a one year guarantee for parts and service.
• If purchased before 12pm (Monday-Friday), we ship it the same business day.
• Priority Shipping Worldwide.
• Option for FedEx 4-6 day shipping (enquire here)

ESTIMATED SHIPPING TIMES
All orders placed before 12pm are shipped the same day.
IRELAND (Next Day)
UK (5 - 7 days)
EUROPE (7 days)
USA and CANADA (7 - 10) days)
REST OF WORLD (10 - 14 days)