Carlo Amati VN230 'Francesco' Intermediate Violin | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
The Carlo Amati VN230 'Francesco' is a distinguished intermediate violin that combines traditional craftsmanship with refined materials for superior musical performance. This exceptional instrument features fully hand-carved construction from Grade AA seasoned spruce top and flamed curly maple back, carefully dried 4-5 years for optimal resonance and mature tonal characteristics. Intermediate players appreciate its complex, mature tone with excellent depth and articulation, enhanced by the distinctive craqueler antique finish that provides authentic character and visual appeal.
Product Overview
Expertly crafted by Maple Leaf Strings using premium advanced student graduation pattern, the VN230 'Francesco' represents sophisticated intermediate violin construction with exceptional attention to traditional craftsmanship details. The Grade AA seasoned spruce top provides superior resonance and tonal complexity, while the highly figured flamed curly maple back contributes warmth and the rich harmonic content that defines quality violin performance.
The professional spirit and oil mixed varnish showcases elegant shading with defined edge color pattern, enhanced by a distinctive textured antique finish defined by craqueler. This unique finishing technique creates authentic aging characteristics that enhance both the instrument's visual character and acoustic properties, giving the violin the appearance and sound qualities of a much older, more mature instrument.
Each instrument undergoes thorough quality control inspection and professional setup at Maple Leaf Strings, followed by comprehensive final inspection at Piano Gallery. This dual quality assurance process ensures optimal playability and the complex, mature sound that distinguishes the 'Francesco' from conventional intermediate violins.
Ideal For
- Intermediate players seeking superior musical qualities with authentic character and complex tone
- Advanced students preparing for higher-level performance with instruments offering mature sound characteristics
- Serious musicians requiring excellent depth and articulation for solo and ensemble repertoire
- Private lesson students advancing to intermediate literature with instruments providing superior musical expression
- Music educators and teachers seeking demonstration instruments with distinctive character and refined construction
Key Features
Traditional Craftsmanship with Refined Materials
Combines time-honored violin-making techniques with Grade AA seasoned tonewoods, creating an instrument that delivers the authentic character and musical qualities that serious intermediate players require for advanced expression.
Distinctive Craqueler Antique Finish
Features a unique textured antique finish defined by craqueler, creating authentic aging characteristics that enhance both visual appeal and acoustic properties while giving the instrument the character of a much older, more mature violin.
Complex, Mature Tone Production
Delivers sophisticated sound quality with complex, mature tones, excellent depth, and superior articulation that supports both powerful ensemble playing and refined solo expression essential for intermediate musical advancement.
Grade AA Seasoned Tonewoods
Constructed from highly figured Grade AA seasoned spruce top and flamed curly maple back, carefully dried 4-5 years to ensure optimal resonance, enhanced stability, and the mature tonal characteristics of premium instruments.
Premium Advanced Student Graduation
Features sophisticated graduation pattern that optimizes wood thickness distribution for superior acoustic response, enhanced projection, and the refined tonal characteristics that distinguish quality intermediate instruments.
What's Included
- Carlo Amati VN230 'Francesco' Intermediate Violin (4/4 size)
- Wittner single fine tuner for precise pitch adjustment
- Aubert 7 bridge (professionally fitted)
- Maple Leaf Strings Fortizzo perlon core strings (pre-installed)
- Premium ebony fittings throughout
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | VN230 'Francesco' |
| Size | 4/4 (Full Size) |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Top Material | Grade AA Seasoned Spruce (4-5 years aged) |
| Back Material | Highly Figured Flamed Curly Maple (4-5 years aged) |
| Graduation Pattern | Premium Advanced Student Pattern |
| Varnish | Professional Spirit and Oil Mixed with Craqueler |
| Finish | Distinctive Textured Antique with Craqueler |
| Fittings | Premium Ebony Throughout |
| Fine Tuner | Wittner Single Fine Tuner |
| Bridge | Aubert 7 (professionally fitted) |
| Strings | Maple Leaf Strings Fortizzo Perlon Core |
| Manufacturer | Maple Leaf Strings |
| Character | Complex, Mature Tone with Authentic Aging |
Experience This Intermediate Violin Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the Carlo Amati VN230 'Francesco' intermediate violin and discover how traditional craftsmanship and distinctive antique finishing create superior musical qualities. Our experienced staff can help you appreciate the complex, mature tone and authentic character that distinguish this exceptional instrument. Visit our showroom to experience refined materials and sophisticated construction.
