Introducing Hagen Instruments.

Inspired by the legendary Antonio Stradivari 1716, this violin is crafted from over 50-year-old German Alpine maple and spruce. Featuring a two-piece flamed back with golden-yellow shaded varnish and elegant ebony fittings, it embodies both beauty and precision.

With its bright, clear sound and masterful craftsmanship, this instrument is specially designed for praise in church ensembles and orchestras.

Inspired by Antonio Stradivari’s 1716 masterpiece, this violin is crafted from over 50-year-old German Alpine maple and spruce. Its two-piece, well-flamed back is finished with a shaded golden-yellow varnish, complemented by elegant ebony fittings.

Offering a soft, mature tone reminiscent of fine aged instruments, it is highly recommended for clubs, ensembles, orchestras, and solo parts alike. With exquisite craftsmanship and timeless design, it delivers both beauty and expressive sound.

Modeled after the legendary Guarneri 1742 “Cannon,” this violin is crafted from over 50-year-old Bosnia maple and Italian spruce. Its two-piece, well-flamed back is finished in a rich amber varnish with elegant shading, accented by fine ebony fittings.

Known for its powerful, commanding tone, this violin delivers exceptional projection and artistry—making it an outstanding choice for professional orchestras and ensemble performance.

Inspired by the legendary Guarneri 1742 “Cannon,” this exceptional violin is crafted from over 50-year-old Bosnia maple and Italian spruce, embodying the pinnacle of masterful craftsmanship. Its two-piece flamed back, fine spruce table, and elegant amber-brown varnish, complemented by exquisite ebony fittings, exude timeless sophistication.

Revered for its powerful, resonant sound, it is an outstanding choice for auditions, symphony orchestras, or Baroque ensembles, offering unrestricted dynamic expression and unparalleled musical versatility.

Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesù Special Design — Premium Handmade Violin

The Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesù Special Design Violin combines masterful European craftsmanship with a rich, balanced tone, perfect for current art school students and advancing violinists. Highly regarded by many music majors, this instrument has helped students achieve acceptance into prestigious programs.

Handmade with care, the violin features a beautifully grained Val di Fiemme Italian spruce top and a stunning 50-year-old flamed Bosnian maple back, sides, and neck, finished in a natural golden-amber hand spirit varnish with an antiqued style for timeless elegance. Every detail is crafted for durability, stability, and exceptional resonance.

Features

• Hand-Finished Construction
  Expertly hand varnished to enhance tonal richness and projection.

• Premium Tonewoods

  • Top: Val di Fiemme spruce (Italy / E. Ciresa s.r.l)

  • Back, Sides & Neck: 50-year-old flamed Bosnian maple (E. Ciresa s.r.l)

• Finishing & Materials

  • Varnish: French natural golden-amber hand-applied spirit varnish, antiqued style

  • Fingerboard & Fittings: Premium ebony (Germany / Africa)

  • Bridge: Despiau (France)

  • Part Sets: Germany

  • Tonewood Humidity: Less than 2% for optimum stability

Performance
Designed for students aiming for excellence, this violin offers sound balance aimed at perfection, with clear, expressive tone across all registers. Trusted by many cellists and violinists in top art schools, it delivers professional-level performance in both solo and ensemble settings.

Mastercrafted Premium Edition

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.

Features

Handmade Construction

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.

Premium Tonewoods

• 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)

Finishing & Materials

• 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

Craftsmanship That Sets a New Standard

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.

Performance

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

Proven Excellence

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.