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Maker Dereck Coons
Story
Dereck Coons is an accomplished luthier with over 20 years of experience crafting and restoring fine violins and cellos. Trained at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music, he refined his craft through apprenticeships and international collaborations before returning to co-found Violin Shop Tampa in 2013. Through the years he has worked and collaborated with many world-class musicians, gaining a deep understanding of performers' needs. Guided by a philosophy that celebrates the individuality of each musician, Coons creates beautifully crafted instruments that reflect the unique voice and artistry of their players.
Tone and Character
The Plowden and Pernambuco violin features a warm, focused core tone enhanced by exceptional clarity and resonance. Its sound speaks with remarkable body and complexity, enriched with lustrous harmonics and vibrant sympathetic resonance. Elegantly balanced and powerful across its range, the instrument offers rich, resonant bass and singing upper tones, preserving the distinctive qualities of each string. With outstanding projection and impressive sensitivity, this violin delivers a broad tonal palette with great versatility.
Overview Description
The Dereck Coons Plowden and Pernambuco, inspired by the Guarneri del Gesu 1735 ‘Plowden’, is a harmonious blend of visual and tonal beauty. Its rich oil varnish infused with pernambuco lake accentuates the fine details of the tight-grain spruce and the striking flame of the maple. Elegant artistic antiquing further highlights its craftsmanship, creating a visual appeal to match its exceptional tonal complexity.
Condition
This violin is in mint condition.
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