Howard Core Select CS1150 Model Violin Outfit

The Core Select Violin combines elegant European craftsmanship with a warm, balanced tone that matures beautifully over time. Handcrafted from aged European spruce and flamed maple, this instrument captures the depth and refinement of traditional violin making. Its reddish-amber hand-applied varnish, lightly antiqued for character, evokes the timeless appearance of classic Italian violins while enhancing tonal resonance.

Tonally, the Core Select offers a rich, resonant voice — warm and full in the lower register, yet clear and singing in the upper. Its responsive, even tone supports expressive phrasing and confident projection, making it ideal for advancing students, chamber musicians, and performers seeking both beauty and power in their instrument. The tone continues to open and mature gracefully with consistent play.

Fitted with ebony Parisian-eye fittings, a Guarneri model chinrest, and a Despiau “C” level French bridge, the Core Select is strung with Thomastik Dominant A, D, and G strings and a Pirastro Gold Label E (loop-end) — a trusted combination for tonal brilliance and balance. The result is a violin that delivers clarity, resonance, and elegance in equal measure.

Key Features
• Handcrafted from aged European spruce and flamed maple
• Lightly antiqued reddish-amber varnish for classic elegance
• Warm, balanced tone with strong projection and clarity
• Ebony fittings with Parisian-eye pegs and Guarneri model chinrest
• Despiau “C” level French bridge for tonal refinement
• Strung with Thomastik Dominant A, D, G & Pirastro Gold Label E (loop-end)
• Ideal for advancing students and skilled performers

Specifications

Model: Core Select Violin
Top: Aged European Spruce
Back & Sides: Flamed European Maple
Finish: Reddish-Amber Antiqued Varnish
Bridge: Despiau “C” Level French Bridge
Tailpiece & Fittings: Ebony with Parisian Eye & Guarneri Model Chinrest
Strings: Thomastik Dominant (A, D, G) & Pirastro Gold Label E (Loop-End)
Tone Quality: Warm, Balanced, and Clear with Strong Projection
Setup: Professionally Adjusted by Core Select Workshop