viola : Gilis freres
model : Matteo Goffriller 1727
String length : 370 mm | 375 mm
Upper bout : 195 mm | 205 mm
Middle bout : 137 mm | 142 mm
Lower bout : 237 mm | 245 mm
Body length : 405 mm | 415 mm
We manufacture the instruments in the Gilis freres range entirely in Belgium :
-We are demanding in the choice of wood cutting and density to meet the acoustic constraints that allow for a rich and powerful sound
-We take the same care as any professional violin maker when making the arches, adjusting the thickness, varnishing, and adjusting the sound
-A special attention is given to the adjustment of the resonance frequencies of the soundboard, bassbar and back
-We use oil varnish and give it the look of old master instruments with texture and patina
-The set-up is done as on any high-quality instrument
-We make these instruments with several luthiers and apprentices in order to optimize the working time and cost in order to make these quality instruments more affordable
Sizes available: 405mm – 415mm
