3/4 Size SUZUKI "SPECIAL No. 3" Violin (Custom Shop - Advanced), 1971 Made in Japan - Full Outfit

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Suzuki Violin "Special No. 3" (Suzuki Custom Shop) - Nagoya, Japan, 1971
Level: Advanced.
Size: 3/4.
Violin Condition: Excellent. Structurally, defect-free. Cosmetically, there is a minor blemish from the old-fashioned shoulder pad on the back on the lower bout (please review the images).
Bow: student grade bow in play-ready condition - no warping; full hair.
Case: brand new SUPER SHELL ultra-light case by Toyo Gakki, made in Japan - includes two shoulder straps and key.
Accessories: KUN shoulder rest (collapsible model); Valente microfiber cleaning cloth; Pirastro Eudoxa rosin.

The Special No. 3 was a high-ranking - and equally expensive - model in Suzuki's line-up during the 1960s and early 1970s. It was part of the "Special" series that targeted advanced and professional players. The Special No.3 model ranked behind the Special No. 4 and Special No. 5, which represented the absolute top of the company's line-up. The Special No. 3 was fully hand made using the traditional carving method and was distinguished by the selection of highest quality aged woods, precise workmanship, and superb tonal characteristics.

Despite its fractional size, this instrument has an excellent balance across the entire range, full basses, and rich overtones. It would be suitable for the serious student.

This violin is in excellent condition for its age and is play-ready. It comes with a brand new ultra-light case by Toyo Gakki and other accessories.

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