Recent Sales
Sam Saker Kunkel – Viola
He has the honor to be elected the Next Generation maker o’ the month.
2000 – 2023
Özgür Tümçelik – Viola
This Viola made in the workshop of Özgür Tümçelik in 2022
2022
Peter-Seman – Viola
Seman Violins has been serving the greater Chicago area for more than 20 years
2016
Johannes-Finkel – Cello
Finkel bows are made in Switzerland by a 4th generation family of bow makers. This range of quality bows is testament to their enduring popularity around the world and is a must-try range of bows for advanced players looking for a traditional, handmade quality bow.
Having a knowledgeable person guide you is important. They can assess the condition, set up, playability, and sound you are producing in different settings and share their opinions. Ultimately, the player has to enjoy what they are playing and get a sense of satisfaction and pride when they open the case.
Since 2000
Designs that Last A Lifetime
Inventory
As MB Strings grows, our on-hand inventory will undoubtedly change. From time to time, we will post photos of a few items that are currently available.
Our Services
We have access to many great repair and restoration experts in the Chicago area. Please inquire about our warranties and information on how to keep your instrument or bow playing at its finest.
Private Collection
Sam Saker Kunkel –
New Generation Luthier
Service
Regardless of your individual needs, having the instrument set up and maintained to the highest level is a priority. We are fortunate to have access to many great repair and restoration experts in the Chicago area. Please inquire about our warranties and information on how to keep your instrument or bow playing at its finest.
Finding the Right Instrument
There are a myriad of styles and ways to test instruments and bows, such as Projection, Clarity, Depth, Response, Ease, Colors, Balance, Dynamics, String Height and Length, Neck and Fingerboard Comfort.
Instrument Care
Climate and shipping will affect how an instrument performs and we are very attentive to adjust the instruments and bows for your specific area.
Teacher Referrals
There are many sources for teacher referrals in your area such as ASTA and the Suzuki Association. MB strings understands the importance of superior teaching and connecting students to these accomplished teachers.
Disclaimer
This data base is only intended as a resource for teachers and students. It is not a recommendation or referral from MBStrings. Both parties (teacher and student) will need to make a determination through their discussions online, text, phone call or in person whether it is a good fit.
In person lessons are inherently personal and can be intense and challenging physically and emotionally. MBStrings takes no responsibility for injury, harm of any sort, inappropriate behavior or financial malfeasance by either party.