The Meridian Edition Violin represents the pinnacle of Hagen craftsmanship—created for discerning performers who demand exceptional tonal depth, refined materials, and world-class responsiveness. Built from top-choice Italian spruce and Bosnian maple aged for over 50 years, the Meridian delivers unmatched resonance, projection, and artistic sophistication.
Each instrument is first completed as a white violin and then naturally air-dried for more than 10 years before varnishing. This extended maturation process allows the wood to fully stabilize and develop, resulting in extraordinary tonal maturity, rich overtones, and long-term structural reliability.
Meticulously handcrafted using traditional European violin-making techniques. Each Meridian violin undergoes a prolonged natural aging process before varnishing, ensuring exceptional stability, responsiveness, and acoustic refinement.
Top: Finest-grade Val di Fiemme Italian spruce, aged 50+ years (E. Ciresa s.r.l., Italy)
Back, Sides & Neck: Master-quality Bosnian maple, naturally seasoned 50+ years (E. Ciresa s.r.l., Bosnia)
Varnish: French hand-applied spirit varnish, red-shaded antique style
Fingerboard & Fittings: Premium ebony (Germany / Africa)
Bridge: Despiau (France)
Part Sets: Germany
Tonewood Humidity: Maintained below 2% for optimal acoustic stability
Sound Balance: Aimed at perfection
Every Meridian violin is finished using a slow, detailed hand-brushed varnishing process, allowing the instrument to breathe and resonate freely. The exceptional aging of the tonewoods enhances clarity, projection, and tonal complexity, producing a refined voice that responds effortlessly to the player’s technique.
Designed for elite performers, conservatory students, and professional musicians, the Meridian Violin offers:
Rich, complex tonal layers
Powerful projection for solo, chamber, and orchestral performance
Exceptional sensitivity and clarity across all registers
A highly responsive feel that inspires expressive and confident playing
This model has been chosen by musicians who have gone on to achieve remarkable milestones, including:
Acceptance into the Korean National University of Arts (K’Arts) Master’s Program
Employment in the Korean National Symphony Orchestra (First Violin Section)
The Meridian Violin is more than an instrument—it is a lifelong artistic partner crafted for players pursuing brilliance at the highest level.
The Meridian Edition Violin represents the pinnacle of Hagen craftsmanship—created for discerning performers who demand exceptional tonal depth, refined materials, and world-class responsiveness. Built from top-choice Italian spruce and Bosnian maple aged for over 50 years, the Meridian delivers unmatched resonance, projection, and artistic sophistication.
Each instrument is first completed as a white violin and then naturally air-dried for more than 10 years before varnishing. This extended maturation process allows the wood to fully stabilize and develop, resulting in extraordinary tonal maturity, rich overtones, and long-term structural reliability.
Meticulously handcrafted using traditional European violin-making techniques. Each Meridian violin undergoes a prolonged natural aging process before varnishing, ensuring exceptional stability, responsiveness, and acoustic refinement.
Top: Finest-grade Val di Fiemme Italian spruce, aged 50+ years (E. Ciresa s.r.l., Italy)
Back, Sides & Neck: Master-quality Bosnian maple, naturally seasoned 50+ years (E. Ciresa s.r.l., Bosnia)
Varnish: French hand-applied spirit varnish, red-shaded antique style
Fingerboard & Fittings: Premium ebony (Germany / Africa)
Bridge: Despiau (France)
Part Sets: Germany
Tonewood Humidity: Maintained below 2% for optimal acoustic stability
Sound Balance: Aimed at perfection
Every Meridian violin is finished using a slow, detailed hand-brushed varnishing process, allowing the instrument to breathe and resonate freely. The exceptional aging of the tonewoods enhances clarity, projection, and tonal complexity, producing a refined voice that responds effortlessly to the player’s technique.
Designed for elite performers, conservatory students, and professional musicians, the Meridian Violin offers:
Rich, complex tonal layers
Powerful projection for solo, chamber, and orchestral performance
Exceptional sensitivity and clarity across all registers
A highly responsive feel that inspires expressive and confident playing
This model has been chosen by musicians who have gone on to achieve remarkable milestones, including:
Acceptance into the Korean National University of Arts (K’Arts) Master’s Program
Employment in the Korean National Symphony Orchestra (First Violin Section)
The Meridian Violin is more than an instrument—it is a lifelong artistic partner crafted for players pursuing brilliance at the highest level.
