Låtfiol
This instrument has 2 sympathetic strings under the fingerboard very much like the early versions of the Norwegian Hardanger fiddle, I am currently tuning it in standard tuning, although tunings like ADge or AEae are more common in Sweden (see link below)
This instrument has 2 sympathetic strings under the fingerboard very much like the early versions of the Norwegian Hardanger fiddle, I am currently tuning it in standard tuning, although tunings like ADge or AEae are more common in Sweden (see link below)
The instrument pictured was made with the body from an unfinished German made "white Violin" with alternative purfling and an adapted neck and fingerboard.
It would be possible to convert a completed violin to this set-up if the head/scroll end was not too small, otherwise a new neck would be required.
I am interested in doing some more conversions in the future, so please contact me if you have any questions.
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