List of parts and names – reviewed
riccardo964 Here's a full list of violin/fiddle parts, from the body, to the bow.
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Mystique and lore in ancient violin making
A lot has been discussed about the lore behind violin construction. This post adds more to the mystique, contributing almost nothing to a real understanding of the issue.
Kickstarting your violin making journey (on a budget)
I’m an engineer. I see myself as a toolmaker and the musicians are my customers… They use my tools. Robert Moog There’s some equipment you’ll have to put your hands…
Comments on wood for violin/fiddle making
As Jon Mangum put it, in his “How to Build a Fiddle” series on YouTube (which I strongly recommend you to see, a 14-part series), a violin follows traditional materials,…
First post and basic info
Let’s talk basics about violin (fiddle?) making, lutherie and wood. Basics Within the chordophone family (ie, musical instruments with strings) we have four fundamental types: zithers, lutes, lyres, and harps.…