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216 reviews in the archive.
Where Purchased: Ithaca Guitar Works
Year Purchased: 2011
Price Paid: 395 ($US) (bought USED)
My Silver Creek has a very deep, rich sound. Excellent sustain, though not a lot of projection. It has kind of an old-timey sound to it. Reminds me of my grandfathers fiddle.
Sound Rating: 8
This violin was used and set up well. I didn't have to make any adjustments to the bridge, etc.
Setup Rating: 8
The violin has a flamed maple neck/sides and flamed back. Nicely carved scroll. Top is medium grain spruce (not tightly grained). Finish is satin. Not much shine here.
Appearance Rating: 8
Ebony pegs, finger board, chin rest, fine tuners on all strings. This is my backup violin and should serve me well when needed. I bought it to take to practice and on vacation so I could leave my performing violin at home.
Reliability Rating: 8
I bought this used and it was on consignment. There was no mention of a warranty. If it needed a repair in the future, I would do it myself.
Customer Service: 8
My model 5 came with a (foam core) hard case, built in hygrometer, 3 bows, Kun chin rest, wrap around pickup and rosin.
Components Rating: 10
This violin was a great deal for the money. It doesn't appear to have been played much if at all. I love the sound of it, though it wouldn't be suitable for a large concert hall unless amplified. It has just enough volume for my church (typical large barn type building from the late 1800's)
I bought it as a backup/practice fiddle and it's great for that purpose. Money well spent.
Overall Rating: 9
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