During the Covid19 Pandemic, we request that you book in advance of your visit so that we can best prepare for your needs. While we always welcome walk-ins, preference is given to customers with a booking. This is especially the case for Instrument and bow trials.
Ideally, your child’s teacher will give an indication of what size of instrument would be best, but our consultants are also available to assist in choosing the correct size.
Most adult beginners will start on full sized instrument. If you are unsure, please speak to one of our friendly consultants who can offer guidance.
We do our best to keep the Fine Instrument Gallery current but photography and uploading to the site can take time so there will always be some instruments waiting in the wings. A full range is available to try instore by appointment. Please contact us if you cannot find what you are looking for or have further questions.
Yes, in general this is normal trade practice. If we know you and/or your teacher this is normally seamless but if you have not visited the shop before, depending on the value of the instrument, we may ask for references. You are responsible for the instrument whilst it’s in your care and we would advise, for your protection, that you insure the item whilst it’s on approval.
Too easy! Just make an appointment and one of our violin makers will check your instrument over and give you an obligation free quotation. Please allow at least 3 to 4 days for this procedure to run it’s course as the workshop staff are usually very busy.
To view our list of services, visit out workshop page.