Acquiring an Instrument
The workshop offers instruments by Thomas Meuwissen which are available for immediate purchase. Do not hesitate to get in touch, if you wish to enquire about instruments available for sale. If you would like to familiarise yourself with Thomas Meuwissen’s work, try-out sessions can be arranged.
Ordering an Instrument
As most artists throughout history, Thomas Meuwissen mostly works on commission. Commissioning is often the best way for mature musicians to find an instrument meeting their specific tonal, ergonomic and aesthetic requirements. Thus the instrument becomes a unique tailor-made creation, resulting from intensive dialogue between both musician and violin maker. After all, musicians have specific demands in regard to their instrument: they look for a particular sound, a specific timbre, certain measurements and a unique appearance. Everything can be created in such a way that it optimally matches the musician’s taste and preferences.
Your Journey
Get in Touch
Reach out to the atelier by email with a description of the instrument you have in mind and your musical background.
The Consultation
During a private appointment at the atelier, Thomas listens to you play. Together, you discuss your repertoire and define the tonal vision, model, and aesthetic character. Consultation, advice, and trust are regarded as crucial elements in this process.
Design & Build
Thomas hand-selects master-grade tonewoods and begins the creation. Because you are able to follow the building process from A to Z, the purchase of a new instrument is a joint project where the expertise of both parties is of equal importance.
Delivery & Trial
The process is simple and without risk. A 20% down payment secures the price and delivery date. Should the instrument prove unsatisfactory after the trial period, the atelier will either make a new instrument or refund the amount paid.
After-Sales Service
However, the buying of an instrument is not where it ends. A two-year period of free maintenance is offered, which enables the violin maker, whenever possible, to keep track of the instrument and to continue to refine it and keep it in top condition.
An instrument is made by its maker but is shaped by the musician who plays it and will continue to develop its identity and timbre over the years. In the years following the purchase it is therefore essential to extend the cooperation between both violin maker and musician.