Eastman VL170 Ivan Dunov Prelude is a student violin made using selected European tonewoods. It combines a traditional Stradivari pattern with genuine ebony fittings and a Despiau bridge. Available in sizes from 4/4 to 1/4.
Construction and sound characteristics
The top is made from Romanian spruce, while the back and ribs are made from Romanian maple. Spruce and maple have traditionally been used together in violin making because of their acoustic and structural properties.
The Ivan Dunov Prelude is intended for students and developing musicians seeking a well-built instrument for regular practice. Its individual sound depends not only on the tonewoods but also on the violin's construction, setup, bridge adjustment and chosen strings.
Fittings and finish
The fingerboard, tuning pegs and chinrest are made from genuine ebony. This dense, wear-resistant material is especially suitable for components exposed to frequent handling and mechanical contact.
The violin features a bridge by the French manufacturer Despiau. Genuine hand-inlaid purfling decorates the plate edges and helps limit the spread of cracks originating near the wood's edge. The satin varnish highlights the natural grain and gives the instrument an understated traditional appearance.
Important: strings and installation
The Eastman VL170 violin is supplied without strings by default. Strings are not included in the instrument price.
You can choose a suitable set of violin strings from the Elcoda range and add it to your shopping cart together with the violin.
Upon request, we will install the purchased strings on your violin before shipping. String installation is completely free of charge. You pay only for the strings you select, with no additional installation fee.
Technical specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Eastman Strings |
| Series |
Ivan Dunov Prelude |
| Model |
VL170 |
| Category |
Student acoustic violin |
| Available sizes |
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4 |
| Pattern |
Stradivari |
| Top |
Romanian spruce |
| Back |
Romanian maple |
| Ribs |
Romanian maple |
| Fingerboard |
Ebony |
| Pegs and chinrest |
Ebony |
| Bridge |
Despiau |
| Purfling |
Genuine hand-inlaid |
| Finish |
Satin varnish |
| Strings |
Not included with the standard Elcoda supply |
| Installation of purchased strings |
Free upon request |
Choosing the correct violin size
The 4/4 size is generally suitable for adults and older students who can comfortably handle a full-size violin. The 3/4, 1/2 and 1/4 sizes allow younger players to use an instrument better matched to their arm length and playing posture.
We recommend choosing the size together with a violin teacher. Age alone is not a reliable guide; arm length and playing comfort are more important.
Separate Outfit option
A separate VL170SBC Outfit version is also available in the Ivan Dunov Prelude range, supplied with additional accessories. Its contents and price differ from the basic VL170 instrument. This product description refers to the violin supplied without strings.
Elcoda recommendation: selecting your own strings allows you to adapt the instrument to the student's preferences and the teacher's advice. When ordering strings together with the violin, simply request free installation.