Eastman Violins
Frederich Wyss violins are the pinnacle of European luthiery tradition. The finest available European tonewoods are meticulously crafted by makers working in the tradition established in Germany centuries ago. Tonally adjusted and hand-varnished by master luthiers in the United States, these instruments are nothing less than true professional models, worthy of the conservatory studio or the concert stage. Their rich, mature sonority penetrates to the furthest reaches of the concert hall.
Raul Emiliani concert violins, violas, and cellos are our top-of-the-line instruments. They originate in our master workshop in Beijing. Then they are shipped to the United States where a master luthier applies a translucent amber varnish. The influence of the great Golden Age Italian makers can be seen in the slightly antiqued appearance and detailed craftsmanship of these instruments. Tonally, these instruments are colorful, rich, and with a very sweet sound. In Memoriam: Raul Emiliani was an Italian born violinist, composer, and arranger. His work as a pedagogic contributed to the formation of numerous fine instrumentalist. Professor Emiliani died in 1989.
These are step-up models from the Ivan Dunov workshop in Romania. Expert hand-craftsmanship ensures the beautiful appearance, responsive playability, and outstanding tone of these instruments. From the careful detailing of the scrolls and the custom graduations of tops and backs, to the hand-applied spirit varnish, these instruments bring together the best of traditional European materials and craftsmanship.
Players and teachers recognize in the model 315 an instrument with a strong tonal and visual personality. These qualities make it the most popular Eastman model. The instrument has an air of quiet classiness.
The Jean-Pierre Lupot is made with a well flamed maple back and a select spruce top. The elegantly antiqued spirit varnish of the Jean-Pierre Lupot is of reddish pigment.
The Pietro Lombardi is made with a beautifully flamed maple back and a highly select spruce top. The sophisticated amber colored spirit varnish of the Lombardi is reminiscent of Italian makers.
The Jonathan Li is crafted of the most select stunning flamed maple back with a straight grain spruce top. A refined, golden colored oil varnish enhances the tonal quality of this instrument. Each instrument is meticulously calibrated for optimal sound production.








