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Are you looking for a good quality violin, viola or cello? You have come to the right place. When you come to Olaf Grawert Violin Studio in Brisbane you will love trying out my extensive range of exceptional quality New and Antique Instruments.

As you walk into the doors of Olaf Grawert Violin Studio you can be sure that you will be given the time you or your child deserves to really try instruments, so you can find the one that is your perfect match. Having worked with musicians since 1985 I understand what it takes to find the right instrument. I also understand that your time is valuable, so I work by appointment so you won’t be interrupted.

Every instrument is hand selected and set up by me (violin maker and restorer Olaf Grawert). This means you can be comforted to know that the instrument you are trying is of good quality, and has been well made and tested by an expert… now all you need to do is play the instruments and find one that you like.

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With almost 35 years as a violin maker, I truly understand string instruments and the needs of string players of all levels. I have made hundreds of videos on my Youtube Channel (Ask Olaf the Violinmaker). Find out how to find the perfect instrument, and videos on instrument care and lots more.

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Why Buy from Olaf Grawert Violin Studio?

You will always talk to a real violin Expert (one who could make you an instrument or restore one if you ask, and not just a violin player)
You get better quality, because I pay more attention to every little detail.
Being a violin maker as well as player allowed me to carefully choose a small selection of the best instruments available, this means that the hardest part of your job of finding good quality is done for you.
Most importantly I choose the instruments for sound. They need to have a rich carrying clear tone. Of course instruments vary in tonal character and there is always a good number of different instruments you can choose from
Every instrument in the shop has been carefully checked for quality materials and workmanship.
Free Shipping of instruments in Australia and internationally. We package the instruments super carefully and include extra insurance so you are covered.

Olaf Grawert Set up

Each instrument has been set up like a top quality professional instrument:
Fingerboard has been planed to a professional standard. This means that you will have a fingerboard that has the same shape as that of most instruments that you will hear in concert halls around the world. This gives you a clear tone.
You get the best sound possible, because each instrument is fitted with a professional quality French or German bridge crafted by a master violin maker with specialized acoustic knowledge to make the instrument sound the best that it can.
Fit a professional quality soundpost to really bring out the rich tonal qualities. There is a reason that in many languages the soundpost is called the “Soul”. It takes a master to fit and move the soundpost into the right position to really make the instrument sing.
I always fit the Instruments with great quality strings for that rich sound.
Each peg is carefully refitted to make sure that it is very easy to tune the instrument using the pegs.
The tailpiece is checked and refitted to make sure it is in the best acoustical position
I check and recheck the string height and spacing to make sure it is absolutely perfect. It is only easy to play the violin when the string height is absolutely right.
I make sure that everything about the bow works well
I always play each instrument and adjust it until I am happy with it. This way you can be sure that when your instrument leaves my workshop, everything about it is perfect.
I always offer excellent after sale support & service

My son loves his violin

I bought my son’s violin from Olaf. I trust his a lot of experience and knowledge. He did his best for find a good violin to my son. My son loves his violin. I will buy again from Olaf when my son needs to upgrade Violin and I recommend him to everybody. he is just perfect person for who looking for violin maker, repairer or seller. I am impressed with his kindness, great service and professional mind. Thank you so much, I appreciate your help.

Chloe

A big thank you Olaf…

Last week me and my husband went to Olaf’s shop in Brisbane
to buy a violin for our 11 years daughter.
I want to Thank Olaf for the advice and vast knowledge on choosing the right violin for our daughter.Thank you for your generousity and kindness.
We are incredibly fortunate to have met you.
Beyond words …
A Big Thank you Olaf

Nina & Andreas

Thank you very much Olaf

Keegan is absolutely thrilled with his new full size violin. I would like to thank you for the thought you put into your sales. Knowing your customers and taking the time to appreciate what they expect from their instrument. Keegan has hardly put it down in his spare time. Practicing for a total of a hour and half just last night alone.
Once again, thank you

Mandi

I am impressed…

The Violin Studio has provided my students with beautiful and resonant instruments of excellent quality. My students come in all sizes, and so do their instruments. As I know how crucial it is for beginners to have a good sounding instrument, I must say that I am impressed by the quality of Olaf Grawert’s small violins such as quarter and half size.

Hanna, violin and viola teacher and professional player

My teacher was very impressed

Thanks for adding me to your email database. I had my first lesson on Monday and my teacher was very impressed with sound of the student violin you set up for me – she said you could tell it was not from a music store… Thanks

Lin R

Marvellous

Olaf’s service is impeccable! He helped us out to trade in a violin over the phone. We agreed on quality and price and within a week had received a beautiful instrument . It suited our needs perfectly, sounds amazing and we feel so confident now with Olaf for backup and service. Marvellous

Nicholas

Olaf went above and beyond…

Olaf went above and beyond to ensure I went home with an amazing cello. I can’t thank him enough for believing that I deserve to own such a beautiful instrument.

Coralie Nathan

Got my very first violin here nearly 11 years ago, and it is still in wonderful condition.

Clare

It made the selection for a relative newcomer effortless

Olaf has a wonderful wealth of knowledge which made the choice of violin purchase very easy. It made the selection for a relative newcomer effortless. He has a warmth which translates into the care that he puts into whether it is in servicing a customer or with any followup queries. Highly recommended.

Karen

We always come away with a beautiful instrument and my son with a new ambition

Over time we have purchased three violins from the Violin Studio for our son, as he has grown and needed to move to the next size. Olaf has a genuine interest in the musician and patiently shares his knowledge. In helping our son to find the best violin (within our budget) Olaf has been teaching him what he needs to consider when choosing a violin. Olaf is generous with his time, his knowledge, his enthusiasm for music and his encouragement for young musicians. We always come away with a beautiful instrument and my son with a new ambition.

Beth

It will make my practice sessions a joy

I received the violin! It sounds amazing! I’m in love! My teacher was impressed with it to the point of saying bravo to himself after giving it a test play. He said it was a very good purchase considering the risks of ordering violins online, and I think so too.

The violin had a very pleasing tone despite my mediocre skills. It will certainly make my practice sessions a joy.

Purchasing a violin from you was a very pleasant experience.

Once again, thank you.

Kim Komine (Japan) - 22/7/2020

Thank you for helping me find just the right violin. I am absolutely loving it!

Maddy A

Olaf is very knowledgeable…..

Olaf is very knowledgeable and he was so helpful with our son purchasing his new violin. Olaf set the new violin in such a way that it projects so nice!! Its a 3/4 violin and sounds like full size! definitely will follow up on my next purchase with Olaf. I have learn so much with Olaf’s youtube videos, highly recommended!. Thanks!!!

Rodney and Oscar

Thank you for the great instrument you guys put in his hands

Oscar won 1st place in AUSTA (intermediate), got high distinction in his AMEB 4 test and was successful in securing a place in a prestigious high school that has a strong focus on music.

Thank you for the great instrument you guys put in his hands

Rodney Borrego

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