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\n\t\tThe London® 5-String\n\t<\/h1>\n\t

The five-string perfected…<\/h4>\n

Our London\u00ae 5-string violin is the result of 3 years of research into a new design with the sound, feel and look that’s unique to Gary Bartig of G. Edward Lutherie. The arching of the top, width of the upper\/lower bouts, width of the nut, and feel of the neck all add up to a 5-string violin that sounds as good as it feels. And the beautifully antiqued finish gives the look of an Italian classic.<\/p>\n

Almost cheating physics…<\/h4>\n

To create a 5-string acoustic body that provides a deep low end, as well as a powerful clear high end comes very close to cheating physics. Add to that the challenge of designing for high level playability, with string spacing that’s wide enough for proper fingering yet with a neck still comfortable to hold. Each dimension must be finely executed.<\/p>\n

The challenge is met…<\/h4>\n

The London5\u00ae has the string spread of a 4-string violin – 5.3 mm at the nut, string to string, on center. To make the neck feel slim, we carve it with a slight V shape. And the radius of the bridge has also been perfected – our proprietary arching scheme facilitates smooth string changes while bowing.<\/p>\n\t