Howard Core Select CS2000-AMATI Model Violin Outfit

The Howard Core Select “Amati” Violin honors the legacy of Nicolo Amati, one of Cremona’s greatest 17th-century violin makers and a key influence on Stradivari and Guarneri. Built on a smaller-bodied 4/4 Amati pattern, this violin delivers exceptional comfort and playability without sacrificing tonal projection—ideal for violinists seeking precision, ease, and refinement.

Handcrafted from seasoned European spruce and maple, the Amati model embodies elegance, tonal balance, and expressive warmth. Its carefully proportioned body — 353 mm body length, 158 mm upper bout, and 190 mm lower bout — supports a sweet, singing tone with clarity and depth across all registers, perfectly suited for both ensemble and solo performance.

Professionally adjusted and strung with Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings (loop-end E), the “Amati” model responds instantly to the player’s touch, offering dynamic range, warmth, and tonal focus. Finished with a hand-applied antiqued spirit varnish, it reflects a classic Cremonese aesthetic of subtle shading and natural beauty. For added comfort, an optional Dresden-style ebony chinrest can be fitted upon request.

Key Features
• Inspired by Nicolo Amati’s 17th-century Cremonese design
• Smaller-bodied 4/4 pattern for agility and comfort
• Handcrafted from European spruce and maple for tonal richness
• Warm, refined tone with clarity and resonance
• Optional Dresden-style ebony chinrest for ergonomic comfort
• Strung with Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings (loop-end E)
• Balanced body dimensions: 353 mm (Body) • 158 mm (Upper Bout) • 190 mm (Lower Bout)

Specifications

Size: 4/4 (Compact Amati Pattern)
Top: European Spruce
Back & Sides: European Maple
Body Length: 353 mm
Upper Bout: 158 mm
Lower Bout: 190 mm
Varnish: Hand-Applied Antiqued Spirit Finish
Fingerboard & Fittings: Ebony with Optional Dresden-Style Chinrest
Bridge: Professionally Fitted Aubert Bridge
Strings: Pirastro Evah Pirazzi (Loop-End E)
Tone Quality: Refined, Balanced, and Expressive
Setup: Professionally Adjusted by Howard Core Workshop