In our latest brand spotlight we're focusing on German string manufacturer, Pirastro. Pirastro was originally founded in 1798 and today is well known worldwide as one of the leading string brands, producing an extensive range of orchestral strings for all levels of musician.In this video we're focusing on Pirastro's range of higher end violin strings. To provide the best possible comparison our workshop...

We are commonly asked here at Bows for Strings about the differences between modernly made violins and antique violins. To help demonstrate the differences in tonal attributes between antique and new violins, in this video Myles plays the same piece on two beautiful German violins; an antique violin circa 1890s labelled 'Platner', and a Roth #71 violin.The two violins are similarly priced and...

In our latest brand spotlight we're focusing on the range of expertly made Ernst Heinrich Roth violins from Germany. Ernst Heinrich Roth violins are steeped in tradition and known for their fantastic quality. The Ernst Heinrich Roth workshop was established in 1902 in Bubenreuth, Germany and has been passed down through the generations. The workshop is currently managed by Ernst Heinrich Roth III...