Howard Core Academy A43 Model Bass OutfitThe Howard Core Academy Hybrid Bass is an exceptional choice for advancing students and developing performers who seek the tonal warmth of a carved instrument with the rugged reliability of a laminated build. Blending craftsmanship, durability, and responsive tone, this model stands out as a dependable step up instrument for orchestral, jazz, and gigging musicians alike. Crafted with a carved spruce top for rich tonal color and laminated maple back

Each Core Select “1720 Stradivari” Violin is professionally set up by expert luthiers to ensure exceptional tone

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and powerful tonal depth — making it a favorite for those seeking performance-ready craftsmanship without compromise

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a Golden Period masterpiece famously played by Yehudi Menuhin and later by Nathan Milstein for nearly five decades

this electric violin stands as a premium choice for forward-thinking musicians

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while the side-mounted chinrest supports comfort and correct posture during extended practice

and set up in Morgan Hill Studio

making it ideal for both practice and performance

5" (varies by model)Top: Select spruceBack & Sides: Highly figured mapleVarnish: Hand-applied oil varnishFingerboard: EbonyTailpiece: Ebony or composite with built-in fine tunersStrings: Factory steel or optional Dominant upgradeSetup: Optional professional setup by the Petrov Workshop

along with the shield inlay on the ebony frog