The Karl Joseph Schneider Legacy 1718 Stradivari brings this classic model into the 21st Century without sacrificing its legendary sound. It features a fiery, soloistic sound quality and massive projection and dynamic range.

Classic professional quality. Attainable price.
Karl Joseph Schneider Legacy Violins are a stunning tribute to the Golden Age of German violinmaking. Modeled after the classic violins produced by prominent shops of the early 20th century, the Legacy lineup offers gorgeous instruments with superb playability for any repertoire.

Made from the best available materials and handcrafted by expert luthiers in Germany, Schneider Legacy instruments use premium aged tone woods and an oil varnish. Each instrument is subject to full inspection and tonal optimization at Shar's Ann Arbor workshop and outfitted with premium strings. Schneider Legacy Violins are a superlative choice for professional musicians seeking the craftsmanship of classic German makers minus the ever-growing sticker price and ever shrinking availability of their antique counterparts.