Hand-finished by violin maker Zach Sears in Vancouver, Washington, ZS Strings No. 019 is modeled after the celebrated 1742 “Lord Wilton” Guarneri del Gesù. Beginning as a carefully selected white violin, the instrument was extensively regraduated to refine its plate response and tonal potential before being individually varnished and professionally set up.

This example is finished in a rich red-brown spirit varnish with warm amber undertones, giving the instrument a bold, mature appearance while allowing the character of the wood to remain clearly visible. Its striking one-piece flamed maple back displays broad, lively figure that shifts beautifully under changing light.

The instrument is fitted with a harp-style tailpiece, precision Knilling Swiss-style Perfection Pegs, and a professionally hand-fitted bridge. Warchal The Beast strings complete the setup, complementing the powerful and characterful nature of the Lord Wilton model.

With its muscular Guarneri-inspired outline, distinctive reddish varnish, responsive professional setup, and dramatic one-piece back, No. 019 is an excellent choice for an advancing player, serious amateur, or professional musician seeking an individual, performance-ready violin at an exceptional value.

Features

• 2026 ZS Strings No. 019 – Lord Wilton Guarneri del Gesù model

• Hand regraduated, varnished, and professionally set up in Vancouver, Washington

• Rich red-brown spirit varnish with warm amber undertones

• Striking one-piece flamed maple back

• Bold Guarneri-inspired outline and character

• Quality Rosewood fittings with harp-style tailpiece

• Knilling Hill-style Perfection Pegs for smooth, accurate tuning

• Professionally hand-fitted bridge

• Warchal The Beast strings

• Ready for serious advancing, amateur, and professional players