Why do Stradivarius cost so much?

Why do Stradivarius cost so much?

Supply and Demand: One reason the value of a Stradivarius violin is so dear is because there are so few of them left, and they are no longer being made. The Quality: Musicians have long believed that the Stradivarius violin is superior to other violins in quality and sound.

How much does a handmade violin cost?

These are totally handmade violins, although their prices range from only $400 to $1,500 US.

How much are Stradivarius copies worth?

Anywhere from $50 to $50,000 depending on its maker. The vast majority of violins are copies of some Stradivarius or another; most aren’t marked as such.

Why do older violins sound better?

One thing that might explain why older instruments are perceived to sound better is natural selection. In the case of instruments this means that only the instruments which sounded good in the first place ever made it to old age.

Is my violin a real Stradivarius?

A Stradivarius label can be found in new and old violins, violas and cellos that are not “Strads”, but typically, the label isn’t intended to fool anyone. Old violins containing an official looking “Stradivarius” label often surface, for instance, while digging through a yard sale or a deceased relative’s attic.

What is so special about Stradivarius violins?

Stradivarius violins are renowned for their supposedly superior sound when compared to other instruments. For example, one study argued that a “little ice age” which affected Europe from 1645 to 1715, was responsible for the slow-growth wood used in the construction of the violins that gives them a particular quality.

Does violin rosin expire?

Though a block of resin could potentially last for years without running out, it doesn’t last forever. Rosin can, in fact, go bad under typical conditions. When violin rosin expires it dries out, making it less effective at producing the desired sound.

Are horses killed for violin bows?

Are Horses Killed To Make Violin Bows? Most horse hairs for violin bows are when the horses are already dead. So no horses are killed or harmed in order to get horsehair for violin bows.

What makes a violin valuable?

Geographical origin is the most important thing (Italian violins sell for at least six times the price of a comparable French or English violin, and German violins lag far behind). The other factors would be the quality of the craftsmanship (how well regarded the maker is) and the age of the instrument.