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Luan Amorim April 27, 2026
Analysis of Fine Antique Instruments: The Amorim Lab

Revealing the Secrets: Our Diagnostic Techniques At The Amorim Lab, we dedicate our expertise to the meticulous analysis of fine antique instruments, using advanced diagnostic tools and scientific approaches to reveal their hidden stories, origins, and conditions. Every examination is guided by our commitment to preserving and understanding these masterpieces, and we employ a range […]

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Violin Tips
Gaian Amorim April 27, 2026
Advanced Sound Adjustment: Techniques for Professional Violinists

Every violin has a unique voice—one that evolves over time and adapts to its player. At Amorim Fine Violins, we collaborate with elite musicians to refine this voice through precise sound adjustments tailored to their performance environment and artistic needs. What is Advanced Sound Adjustment? Advanced sound adjustment goes beyond a basic setup. It involves the […]

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About Violins
Gaian Amorim April 27, 2026
Why a Proper Violin Setup is Essential

Proper Violin Setup When it comes to achieving the best performance from your violin, the importance of a good violin setup cannot be overstated. A proper violin setup ensures that your instrument sounds its best and plays comfortably and reliably. Whether you're a beginner or a professional player, understanding how to achieve a high-quality violin setup is essential for […]

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About Violins
Gaian Amorim April 27, 2026
6 Things To Help You Choose Your New Violin

Choosing your new violin can be a challenging process. This is due to many factors that include the violin's shape, your budget, your goal as a musician, etc.  To figure out the kind of model, sound, and for what purpose you are acquiring a new instrument sounds a bit overwhelming. The violin is an extraordinary […]

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Violin Tips
Luan Amorim April 27, 2026
Buying a violin: our top tips when looking for the best violin.

Playing the violin is a challenging yet rewarding musical ability. We’re sure you’ve come across hundreds of instruments and you may be wondering what to look for when buying a violin. Violins come in all shapes, sizes, and their own unique history. The best violin for me may not be the best one for you. To […]

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About Violins
Luan Amorim April 27, 2026
Should You Buy or Rent a Violin? A Smart Financial and Musical Decision

Deciding whether to buy or rent a violin isn’t just a practical choice: it’s a financial and long-term investment decision. For beginners and families, the question often starts with affordability. But as lessons continue and skills develop, the conversation quickly shifts toward value, ownership, and future returns. If you’re weighing the cost of renting a […]

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About Violins
Luan Amorim April 27, 2026
Notable Sale: Violin by Matteo Goffriller, Venice 1715

This Venetian violin by Matteo Goffriller, c.1715, is a superb example of the city’s golden period of violin making. Featuring a stunning red varnish and a beautifully sculpted single-piece back, its standout quality is the noble, rich tone that reflects the elegant union of Italian finesse and Germanic structure— a hallmark of Goffriller’s artful legacy. […]

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About Violins
Luan Amorim April 27, 2026
Notable Sale: Violin by Annibale Fagnola, Turin 1910

This stunning Italian Masterpiece is an excellent example of Fagnola’s deep knowledge of his great Turinese predecessors. This violin, crafted in the first decade of the 20th century, exhibits his skills as a ‘copyst’. This particular violin is one of the copies of Giuseppe Rocca and it is one of the finest examples of Italian […]

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About Violins
Luiz Amorim April 24, 2026
Fine Violins: Why They Are The Best Option

Have you ever wondered what sets fine violins apart from others? Are they worth the extra money? A handmade violin is the best option for a number of reasons. When you choose something personally crafted by a skilled violin-maker, you are also getting a one of a kind violin. There will be no other instrument made exactly […]

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Meet the Maker
Luan Amorim April 24, 2026
Notable Sale: Violin by Giovanni Battista Ceruti

This instrument was made by Giovanni Battista Ceruti, one of the most important Italian violin makers of the 19th century. It was made between 1800-1805 in Cremona. Keep scrolling to know more about this renowned Ceruti violin. Violin by Giovanni Battista Ceruti, Cremona, c.1800 This fine violin is a great example of Ceruti’s late work, […]

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