J. Thibouville-Lamy Stradivarius 4/4 Violin.

Meticulously handcrafted by master luthiers, the J.T.L Stradivarius Violons de Maître embodies the spirit and refinement of Antonio Stradivari’s legendary “Il Cremonese” (1715). Crafted from select European spruce and maple aged for over six years, each instrument combines aesthetic beauty with exceptional acoustic integrity - capturing the power, clarity, and elegance of Cremona’s golden era.

The finely grained spruce top and one-piece maple back reflect Stradivari’s hallmark craftsmanship, enhanced by a hand-applied oil varnish that reveals a warm golden-amber glow and delicate horizontal flame. Inspired by the Cremonese model, the design balances graceful contours with precise arching to deliver both visual and tonal sophistication.

Sound character: A clear, projecting voice with remarkable depth and resonance - responsive, expressive, and full of the tonal brilliance.

J. Thibouville-Lamy violins are more than instruments; they are a homage to the stunning artistry that defined an era. Fusing tradition with skill and passion, today’s JTL instruments embody the legacy of J. Thibouville-Lamy - a legacy we’re now proud to continue into the 21st Century.

Every step of handcrafting a J. Thibouville-Lamy instrument is exquisitely executed with the utmost precision and care. From the shaping of the scroll to the placement of the f-holes, our master luthiers have poured their heart and soul into expertly and respectfully replicating every magnificent detail of original J. Thibouville-Lamy instruments from the late 19th and early 20th Century.

With original JTL instruments by their side throughout the process, every curve and characteristic is scrupulously measured and faithfully handcrafted by our master luthiers. The finishing touch comes at the hands of our expert instrument technicians who inspect and setup every instrument in the UK.

Established in Mirecourt, France in 1861, J. Thibouville-Lamy became synonymous with refined instrument design and meticulous craftsmanship. For a century, JTL set the standard for the finest French-style violins.

• TOP: Select European Spruce (Aged >6 years)
• BACK / RIBS: Select European Maple (One-piece) (Aged >6 years)
• FINISH: Oil Varnish
• NECK: Select European Maple
• FINGERBOARD: Ebony
• PURFLING: Hand-Inlaid
• BRIDGE: Aubert
• FITTINGS: Ebony
• TAILPIECE ADJUSTER: Single E String
• STRINGS: Thomastik-Infeld Dominant
• SIZE: 4/4
• LUTHIER: Individually Handcrafted by Master Luthiers