Ivan Dunov violins, violas, and cellos are crafted in a traditional Eastern European workshop in Romania using prized tonewoods from the Carpathian Mountains.

The Carpathian Mountains in Romania — Carpathian tonewoods are regarded as among the best in the world for instrument making, prized for their ringing tone and even grain structure.

These logs were harvested in early winter, and after they are carefully sectioned and quartered, they will be stored in open-sided sheds to air dry for years before use. Only after they have been properly seasoned will these exceptional woods be crafted into instruments.

The tradition in our Ivan Dunov workshop is not limited to the harvesting and seasoning of the wood. Expert hand craftsmanship ensures the beautiful appearance, responsive playability, and outstanding tone of these instruments. From the careful detailing of the scrolls and the custom graduations of tops and backs, to the hand-applied spirit varnish, these instruments bring together the best of traditional European materials and craftsmanship.

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