Revelle Model 500 Violin, 2024-4/4
$ 929.00
$ 929.00
$ 1,089.00
$ 929.00
$ 1,089.00
There’s a certain point in a player’s journey when the instrument must begin to give something back—more color, more nuance, more possibility. The Revelle Model 500 sits comfortably in that space, offering an honest and responsive voice for the advancing violinist ready to move beyond the basics.
Crafted from carefully seasoned European tonewoods, the Model 500 pairs a solid spruce top with flamed maple back and sides, allowing for a tone that is both clear and grounded. What you notice right away is its balance: a focused core to the sound, with enough warmth around the edges to shape phrases with intention rather than effort. Instruments in this range often lean too bright or too muted—the 500 finds a thoughtful middle ground.
The hand-applied oil varnish gives the instrument a gently antiqued character, both visually and acoustically. It allows the wood to breathe, contributing to a tone that opens up with time rather than feeling constrained out of the case.
Under the hand, the violin feels reliable and predictable in the best sense. A quality Despiau bridge and ebony fittings provide stability, while the inclusion of Thomastik-Infeld Dominant strings offers a familiar, flexible response—warm, stable, and forgiving across a range of playing styles.
This is an instrument built for the student who is beginning to listen more closely—to their tone, their articulation, their musical choices. It rewards careful playing with clarity and depth, yet remains accessible enough not to hinder progress.
In a workshop, we’d call this a dependable partner: not overly complicated, but capable of real expression in the right hands. For the advancing player, that’s exactly what you want.
Specifications for Revelle Model 500 Violin, 2024-4/4
| Player Use | Student Instruments or Advancing Student Instruments |
| Size | 4/4 (full) |
| Violin Type | Modern Workshop |
Products Measurements
| Length Of Back (mm) | 354.0 |
| Width of Upper Bout (mm) | 167.0 |
| Width of Center Bout (mm) | 114.0 |
| Width of Lower Bout (mm) | 210.0 |
| Neck Length (mm) | 137.0 |
| Body Stop (mm) | 196.0 |
| String Length (mm) | 326.0 |
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