Chris, The violin arrived yesterday. The whole family marveled at the visual beauty and craftsmanship. The tone of this violin is excellent! My son and I are extremely pleased with it. I was prepared for a little let-down.but instead was delighted. My son, James, says he can already play better. I know one thing.he sure sounds better. Thanks again and I hope to purchase from you again in the future. Mark Reece
Yes, yes the violin was received last Tuesday (week before), and I drove to to my daughter's house (8 hours) to hear her play it. FANTASTIC!! Such JOY! She is so happy, the violin is wonderful, thank you, thank you SO much! -Shelley
Hi Chris, Thank you for the violin. We received it a week ago and so far my daughter and my wife (she is a violin teacher) like it very much. The workmanship is excellent; sound is warm and noble. I think this is absolutely the best of what we could get for the money. Wishing you all the best in your business! Sincerely, Taras
Hello, The viola arrived last Thursday and it is beautiful! My daughter is thrilled to have such a wonderful instrument. The sound quality and tone are magnificent. I was a little skeptical to purchase an instrument unseen and "un-played", but this was well worth the risk. Thanks, Karen Higginbotham
Hi Chris :) The violin arrived today, a day earlier than expected. It is beautiful, and I thank you for your professional service throughout this transaction. In the future, when I am ready to move up to the next level, I will be purchasing from you again. Laurie
Hello, Thanks for your help in purchasing the Gems1 Antique Violin. It is truly a beautiful violin and the sound matchs its looks. Other students raved about the beauty as my daughter took it out of the case for the first time. She also commented that most of the other instruments had painted lines for purfling instead of inlaid like the Gems1. Another feature we liked about Violinslover.com, you see pictures of the instrument you are buying. I requested pictures from another site of the actual instrument I would receive and was told it would take too much time to photograph each and every instrument he sold. He said it was similar to the one shown on the web site. The last thing I must say to beginning students, "DON'T RENT!" Purchase a Gliga student instrument. The rental agreement at the local music store is not written for your benefit.. It's a no-win contract for you. Laura and Mitch Tripp
Morning Chris: I received the Gama on Wednesday - in more than perfect condition. Although it is not quite the colour I wanted - pictures always make things appear different - I LOVE IT! The girls in the mailroom here, couldn't believe how well it was packed. The Gama is perfect! You have made me a very happy Gliga customer. I am so glad that I didn't have to purchase one from the local dealer. Laurie Merrell
The violin finally arrived at 7:15 pm. I had called FedEx and they apologized for taking so long to deliver. It is the most beautiful violin in the world, without question. It is beautifully detailed, and the sound is fantastic. I am very very pleased, and will send ebay a feedback. My instructor is interested in a catalog if you have one available. She was most impressed. Thank you so very much for your quality workmanship and efficient servce. It is greatly appreciated.
Chris- I got the violin last night. It's absolutely beautiful!! It shipped without a problem and already sounds better than any other violin I've ever played. Thanks so very much!!!!!!!!