Business Details
Premium Violins, Cellos & Bows for Sale
At Corilon Violins, we offer a carefully curated selection of fine stringed instruments, including violins, violas, and cellos, for musicians who demand quality and craftsmanship. With a focus on expert restoration and maintenance, we provide the finest violins from renowned makers. Our inventory features both contemporary and antique instruments, ensuring a diverse range for every musician's needs.Whether you're looking for a rare violin or an essential bow, our personalized approach allows us to guide you to the perfect match. We also offer professional appraisals and certification to ensure the authenticity and value of your purchase. Located in the heart of Munich and Cremona, our team is committed to delivering the highest level of service and expertise to musicians worldwide. With a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction, we offer free shipping, a trade-back guarantee, and a 30-day return policy. We strive to make the buying experience seamless and rewarding. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, our instruments and services are designed to support your musical journey.
Services
Violin Sales
Cello Rentals
Bow Rehairing
Instrument Restoration
Trade-In Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer a 30-day return policy for risk-free purchases
- Our instruments undergo professional setup and quality checks
- We provide detailed audio samples and expert consultations
- We ship globally with secure packaging and tracking
- Our team includes experienced luthiers and music specialists
Payment methods
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
What people say
Excellent service
Beautiful sound
Perfect packaging
Accurate descriptions
Professional advice
Services
Violin Sales
We offer a curated selection of antique and modern violins from renowned makers. Each instrument undergoes professional setup and acoustic testing to ensure optimal playability. Our detailed online listings include audio samples, provenance information, and expert evaluations to help musicians make informed decisions. With options ranging from student models to professional-grade instruments, we cater to players of all levels while maintaining strict quality control standards.
Cello Rentals
Our cello rental program provides high-quality instruments for students and professionals. Each rental includes a professionally maintained cello, bow, and case with adjustable setup options. We offer flexible terms and trade-in credits toward future purchases. Our inventory features both modern and antique cellos, with expert guidance available to ensure proper fit and tonal quality for each player's specific needs and skill level.
Bow Rehairing
We provide professional bow rehairing services using premium materials. Our technicians assess each bow's condition, replacing hair with appropriate tension and balance for optimal performance. The process includes cleaning, varnish protection, and adjustment of the frog mechanism. We handle both modern and antique bows, maintaining historical integrity while ensuring functional reliability for violin, viola, and cello players.
Instrument Restoration
Our restoration services preserve the structural and acoustic integrity of vintage instruments. Specialized techniques address cracks, varnish preservation, and soundpost adjustments while maintaining original craftsmanship. We document all interventions and use period-appropriate materials. Our team handles both minor repairs and comprehensive restorations, ensuring instruments retain their historical value and playability for modern musicians.
Trade-In Programs
We offer flexible trade-in options for upgrading string instruments. Customers receive fair valuations based on market conditions and instrument condition. The program applies to violins, violas, cellos, and bows, with credits transferable toward higher-value instruments. Our process includes professional evaluation, documentation, and transparent pricing to facilitate seamless transitions for developing musicians seeking improved equipment.
Questions
What is Corilon's return policy for instruments?
We offer a 30-day return period with full refunds for unplayed instruments in original condition.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we provide insured international shipping with professional packaging to all countries.
Can I try instruments in person?
Yes, by appointment at our Munich showroom or through our online audio samples and consultations.
How do your trade-in programs work?
Bring your current instrument for evaluation and receive credit toward a higher-value purchase.
Are the instruments professionally set up?
All instruments receive professional setup including bridge adjustment and soundpost positioning.
Reviews (12)
Pierrick B.
Sep 07, 2024
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Thank you to Corilon and to Dr. Roeben for their time, their help and for providing with such a beautiful instrument. I really fell for the sound that was posted online and I can assure you that it's very representative of what the instrument can produce. The fact that the website is so well designed, so well updated and that Corilon replied within less than an hour to all my emails (even a year after my purchase) shows that it's a very serious house.
I can definitely recommend Corilon to advanced conservatoire students or former students (such as myself). PS. I was a little worried about the concept of shipping a violin, but once you see how well packed it is, you know nothing will happen to it.
I can definitely recommend Corilon to advanced conservatoire students or former students (such as myself). PS. I was a little worried about the concept of shipping a violin, but once you see how well packed it is, you know nothing will happen to it.
Ho-Fung Kwan
Jun 25, 2022
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Corilon violins - professional violin expert. Excellent purchase experience, I bought two violins from CV and both came in perfect condition with professional set up, great joys to play with. Dr. Roeben and CV staff are very helpful. Highly recommended!
Kristina Holman
Nov 06, 2021
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I have only good things to say about Corilon and had such a wonderful experience with the whole process, which is very personalized. They are insightful and professional in their correspondence and, to me, it is clear that this is a craft, not just a business to them. Shipping was fast and they took great care with packing my violin, which was a complete package that was well-organized. No complaints whatsoever.
It's a beautiful instrument and exceeds all of my expectations, which were high from the beginning after seeing and hearing my 1930 Markneukirchen violin. And the violin selection process covered a few weeks in my case. I felt they were very honest and paid well attention to what I was looking for. I'm very happy to have come across them! Highly recommended, especially to those looking for a high-quality antique violin at an affordable price. And for those ordering online, it's a wonderful option and opportunity. From a very happy customer!
It's a beautiful instrument and exceeds all of my expectations, which were high from the beginning after seeing and hearing my 1930 Markneukirchen violin. And the violin selection process covered a few weeks in my case. I felt they were very honest and paid well attention to what I was looking for. I'm very happy to have come across them! Highly recommended, especially to those looking for a high-quality antique violin at an affordable price. And for those ordering online, it's a wonderful option and opportunity. From a very happy customer!
Armin
Sep 29, 2021
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They communicate very well with your purchase and see to it that your product gets delivered with the utmost care in mind. You'll never go wrong purchasing a violin from them.
Darlene Dawson
Nov 14, 2019
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I am thrilled with the viola I purchased from Corilon! I have had it now for several weeks and have been able to perform using it. I could not be more pleased. It is a beautifully restored viola and has such a warm and mellow tone for the price range - exactly what I was hoping. I appreciate the obvious care and skill your company exercises in restoring and providing these instruments. I'm so glad I found you online. Dr. Roeben was immediately responsive with any request for information, even weeks after I received my viola.
Being a resident of the USA, I was nervous to spend so much money ordering an instrument from Germany sight unseen and without being able to play it first, but the 30 day trial period and the helpfulness of Dr. Roeben online convinced me. The process was smooth, the shipping was exactly as promised, and I was well-informed all along the way. I'm so glad I took the chance! I am pleased to highly recommend this violin shop. Thank you Corilon violins!
Being a resident of the USA, I was nervous to spend so much money ordering an instrument from Germany sight unseen and without being able to play it first, but the 30 day trial period and the helpfulness of Dr. Roeben online convinced me. The process was smooth, the shipping was exactly as promised, and I was well-informed all along the way. I'm so glad I took the chance! I am pleased to highly recommend this violin shop. Thank you Corilon violins!
Peter Parker
Oct 31, 2019
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Based in Australia I've been a customer via online for 5 years as my daughter has from a 1/4 to a full sized violin and had a wonderful experience. Great instrument choices, accurate descriptions and listening to the audio samples really helps as well as good advice.
Cc See
May 22, 2019
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Purchased a Mittenwald violin from Corilon. Delivery was prompt and instrument was delivered fully setup and ready to play. Happy with the purchase and hope to buy from Corilon again soon.
Elda Kingston
Jul 20, 2018
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We have just received our antique violin after Steiner last week. It arrived undamaged. The sound is incredible and it is effortless to play. I would like to thank Dr Annette Roeben sincerely for her excellent customer service. She assisted me to choose a violin for my daughter and recommended a bow to match the sound. All done over the internet with the use of her sound recordings of the violin and very prompt emails.
It is perfect. My daughter's violin teacher couldn't believe the sound and how easy it is to play. She wanted to keep playing it! Thank you Annette for your customer service and attention to every detail.
It is perfect. My daughter's violin teacher couldn't believe the sound and how easy it is to play. She wanted to keep playing it! Thank you Annette for your customer service and attention to every detail.
Robert Smith
May 31, 2018
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I am delighted with the service very recently provided by Corilon violins. On the basis of my purchase of a lovely violin, I would always be happy to deal with them. Their descriptions of instruments are full and fair, prices are competitive, and the excellent audio clips are of inestimable value when considering the purchase of an instrument online. Overall: trustworthy, professional and very efficient.
Nancy Hopper
May 12, 2017
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Best violin dealer I have ever worked with. Sent the violin out for trial in beautiful condition and perfect setup; even polished. Great company.
Ray Mongole
Nov 08, 2016
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After trying out over 30 violins in the UK and extenive internet searching worldwide to chose my lifetime violin, I found Corilon Violins. After flying to Munich and spending a day at the shop and trying out several violins, with the help of the staff I chose the right violin for me. Excellent professional service, with an excellent range of well prepared instruments. I would definitely recommend Corilon if you are looking for a new violin.
Anastasia P.
Oct 02, 2016
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Had the best experience with Corilon selecting my new violin - purchased from the US and everything was perfect. Super fast communication and shipping, beautiful violin and I'm enjoying every minute of it. It was a scary experience buying it sight unseen but Annette made me feel incredibly comfortable and I felt confident that I could try another one if I didn't like the first one. A Thank you so much Corilon!