Klaus Clement V5 30 Year Anniversary Series Guarneri Model Violin

In 2021 The Sydney String Centre will be celebrating its 30th Year and to mark the occasion we have teamed up with Klaus Clement to produce a range limited run of anniversary violins. We have been friends with Klaus Clement from the very early days of our business and to help us celebrate he has produced a limited run of anniversary edition V5 violins distinctly marked with the Sydney String Centre logo in a wax seal on the back of the scroll.

Klaus Clement began learning the art of violin-making in the workshop of Karl Hoefner/Paesold in Bubenreuth, Germany. In 2010 Clement opened his own workshop in Leipzig, Germany. He is an active member in many organisations including the association of German Violin and Bow Makers. This instrument comes with a certificate, declaration of materials and photos from the maker.

The V5 has a two-piece moderately flamed maple back while the top is made from spruce. This instrument is based on a Guarneri violin model and has ebony fittings. This violin has been lightly antiqued with a good cover of golden to red-brown varnish. Klaus Clement is particularly well-known for his varnishing. The formula he uses is constantly changing and improving as he investigates the effect of the varnish on the sound of his instruments.

Overall this violin has a big, bright and bold sound. It has a fast response time and a well-balanced, articulate tone. This instrument is ideal for the late-intermediate to advanced musician. This instrument is currently fitted with Larsen Il Cannone Med strings to enhance the natural brightness of this violins sound.

Please contact us if you would like to book an appointment to try this beautiful instrument.

WHAT MAKES THE CLEMENT V5 DIFFERENT TO THE CLEMENT V3?

+ Better timber quality (seen in the higher flame on the back and sides)
+ A brighter sound due to the better timber quality