German Violin

Markneukirchen violins are some of the most renowned violins ever made. The Markneukirchen region in Germany, sometimes referred to as Musikwinkel or Music Corner, is known around the world for the exceptional musical instruments that have been produced there for centuries. Throughout history, there have been many fine violin makers in the region. Dolce Fine Violins carries a wide selection of antique violins from some of the most legendary Markneukirchen workshops like Ernst Heinrich Roth and Neuner & Hornsteiner. 

In 1677, the Violin Makers’ Guild was founded by Markneukirchen luthiers. By the 19th century, it is estimated that approximately 18,000 violins were being produced in the area every year. Markneukirchen violins became very popular in the United States in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Most American amateur and student violin students were playing instruments that originated in Markneukirchen and accounted for a third of the Markneukirchen luthier’s business. 

Today, Dolce Fine Violins carries a beautiful selection of these classic antique instruments. Over the centuries, the area was challenged by war and politics, but the many talented luthiers continued to produce incredible Markneukirchen violins. 

Dolce Fine Violins stocks a wide selection of German violins including Markneukirchen violins at a number of different price points. From a fine German violin labeled Stradivarius from 1723 to a beautiful Leopold Widhalm violin from 1765, our restoration studio and expert luthiers take great care in restoring our antique instruments back to their peak. We pride ourselves on offering quality instruments suitable for everyone from beginners to professional musicians. 

Markneukirchen violins from makers like Ernst Heinrich Roth and Kurt A. Gutter are popular instruments in our collection. Though our stock revolves based on what is available, we are always adding German violins to our selection of fine stringed instruments. If you have a particular instrument or maker in mind, please talk to our knowledgeable staff to find out if we have access to what you are looking for. 

Playing a Markneukirchen violin is a beautiful experience. The incredible workmanship that goes into these violins combined with the highest quality wood produces instruments that have beautiful tone. If you are in the San Rafael area, it is worth the trip to visit Dolce Fine Violins and to experience a few of these instruments for yourself. 

Dolce Fine Violins was founded by cellist and composer Moses Sedler in 2012 and has become one of the country’s most highly respected shop that offers an extensive selection of both antique and modern violins, violas, cellos and bows. We are proud to offer instruments for all levels of players as well as collections from around the world including Markneukirchen violins.   Our team at Dolce Fine Violins is constantly adding incredible instruments in all price ranges to our available stock. 

Dolce Fine Violins is a full-service shop that offers violins, violas, cellos, bows and cases for purchase. We also offer a convenient and flexible rent-to-own program that helps students get started playing right away. Our unique trade-in program allows musicians to easily upgrade to a better instrument as the progress in their musical training. We offer a 30-day trial period on all violins, violas, cellos and bows including our Markneukirchen violins. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us for a return shipping label. Our instruments and bows are also covered under our standard lifetime structural warranty. The helpful staff at Dolce Fine Violins can answer any questions you may have about any of our products or services. 

Dolce Fine Violins is located at 1115 Irwin Street, Suite 100 in San Rafael, California. For more information or assistance, please call (415) 453-1517 or email our knowledgeable staff.