Fine European Violins, Violas & Cellos
Available in the US | MyLuthier

Largest collection of fine instruments & bows, available to US clients.

Contemporary Violins, Violas, CellosBows directly from the world's best makers

MyLuthier id trusted by 100s of players worldwide!

"I could not find any instruments in the U.S.A. of comparable quality at a fair price. I love playing this cello. I highly recommend MyLuthier to anyone who wants to purchase a fine instrument from a trustworthy dealer."

Larry

North Carolina, USA

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"In the preceding months I had experiences with many of the luthiers in NYC while looking for a cello. The MyLuthier experience was uniquely positive, in all possible ways. Ariel and Pedro were professional and incredibly helpful in every interaction."

Mark

New York City, USA

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"I started looking into MyLuthier partly because I thought I could get a higher quality instrument for same or less money from Europe compared to where I live (New York City), but mostly because it has an informative website with transparent prices."

Michael

New York City, USA

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Frequently Asked

Are duties and taxes included?

We aim to make your purchase as straightforward as possible. For all international purchases, duties and taxes can be estimated and clearly shown before payment, ensuring there are no hidden surprises. If you have any questions or require more specific information about your region, feel free to contact us directly—we’re here to help!

How long does shipping take?

Shipping times can vary depending on your location, but typically:

Within the UK: Usually 1–3 working days.

Europe: Approximately 5–7 working days.

International (including Asia & the Americas): Usually 5–10 working days.

We carefully pack and insure every instrument to ensure it arrives safely and promptly. Once shipped, we provide tracking details, so you always know where your instrument is.

Which makers do you work with?

We work exclusively with carefully selected contemporary makers, primarily from Italy and across Europe, renowned for their exceptional quality, artistry, and craftsmanship. Our instruments include works from both emerging talents and established master luthiers, each handpicked by our team to ensure the highest standard. We regularly travel to meet our makers personally, maintaining close relationships that guarantee authenticity, excellence, and uniqueness in every instrument we offer.

For detailed information about specific makers or to discuss particular instruments, please feel free to reach out—we'd love to guide you personally.

Can I try your violins in person?

Absolutely, we even encourage it!
Every violin we have for sale is available for trial at our beautiful central London showroom. Based in the heart of the City of  London, you'll find a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for trying our exceptional contemporary instrument collection.

49 Little Britain
EC1A 7BH London

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What are the benefits of a contemporary instrument?

High-quality contemporary violins offer many benefits over antiques.
They are in perfect condition, so there is no need for restoration work. They are also easier to maintain, cheaper to insure and more reliable across different climates and storage conditions.

Additionally, there are many benefits to having a relationship with a living maker - from lifetime maintenance to guaranteed authenticity. This is important, as it ensures the quality of the instrument and protects your investment.

Many musicians are choosing to play on new violins these days and support today's violin making. Not only for their comparatively lower cost but also for the opportunity to acquire a beautiful piece of history! For this reason, new instruments from the best living violin makers are increasingly well-known throughout the world.

Played on by young soloists, chamber musicians and orchestral players, it’s this versatility that is making them universally liked among musicians and collectors.

Do you offer an authenticity guarantee?

When buying a violin, it is important to remember that you are buying more than just an instrument. You are buying a piece of violin making history that can appreciate in value over time.

We at MyLuthier are so confident in the quality of our instruments that we offer a lifetime authenticity guarantee on all new violins, violas and cellos. So if you ever have any problems with your instrument, simply contact us and we will take care of it for you.
We want to make sure that you are completely satisfied with your purchase!

I'm interested in your violins but I don't live in London

If you don't live in London, that's not a problem at all! You will always be welcome to our showroom but our instruments are recorded in the highest fidelity possible so you can hear their true sound from the comfort of your home.
We also offer video appointments where we tell you more about our violins and even demonstrate them on video so you can gain insight in their playability and sound.

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What are your shipping and payment options?

We offer free international shipping and insurance. VAT and duties may apply depending on your country of residence.

We also accept a variety of payment methods and currencies. If you have any questions, please contact usbefore placing your order.

Do you offer antique instruments?

Yes—our Heritage Collection features carefully selected antique violins, violas, cellos, and bows of exceptional historical significance. Each instrument is chosen for its outstanding craftsmanship, provenance, and distinctive artistic merit, making them highly desirable for musicians, collectors, and investors alike. For more information or to discuss specific requirements, please contact us directly.