European Heritage. Timeless Craftsmanship. Extraordinary Tone.

At Italia Violins, we believe every instrument should inspire a lifetime of music. That belief guides everything we do—from selecting quality woods and handcrafting each instrument to developing premium rosins and non-toxic care products that help musicians perform at their very best.

Whether you're purchasing your first violin or investing in a professional instrument, our commitment remains the same: exceptional craftsmanship, remarkable tone, and outstanding value.

The inspiration behind Italia Violins begins with the Rehatschek family's European heritage and a deep appreciation for centuries of violin-making tradition.

That dedication to craftsmanship continues to influence every collection we create today.  While we embrace modern innovation, our philosophy remains rooted in the timeless traditions that made the great European instruments legendary.

Music, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurship have always been part of the Rehatschek family's story.

Inspired by generations of European artistry and a passion for helping musicians succeed, Sheila Rehatschek founded Italia Violins with a simple vision:

Build instruments that offer exceptional quality, honest value, and inspire musicians at every stage of their journey.

Today, Sheila and her husband, Rob, work alongside an experienced team of luthiers dedicated to continuing that vision through every instrument they produce.

Experience matters.

Our team combines decades of violin-making, repair, restoration, and professional setup experience.

Every instrument benefits from the knowledge gained through generations of craftsmanship, allowing us to produce instruments that musicians can depend on for years to come.

Behind every Italia Violins instrument is a dedicated team of experienced luthiers.

From selecting quality woods to final setup and inspection, every violin, viola, cello, and bow is carefully assembled and adjusted by skilled craftsmen who understand that even the smallest details influence tone and playability.

Before any instrument leaves our workshop, it undergoes a comprehensive inspection to ensure it meets our exacting standards.

Inspired by centuries of European master instruments, our exclusive Italia Heirloom Finish™ captures the timeless beauty and character of treasured violins while helping create a rich, responsive playing experience.

Every finish of the Old Master and Artista Collections are individually completed by hand, giving each premium instrument its own unique personality.

The result is an instrument that looks as though it has already lived a remarkable musical journey—while still having generations of music ahead.

Even the finest violin cannot perform at its full potential without proper setup.

Every Italia Violins instrument is professionally:

• Bridge fitted
• Soundpost adjusted
• Fingerboard inspected
• Pegs fitted
• Strings installed
• Play tested
• Final inspected

Professional setup allows each instrument to deliver its fullest tonal potential from the very first note.

Many of our premium collections are handcrafted using carefully selected European spruce and maple that have been naturally seasoned over many years.

These woods have been preferred by master violin makers for centuries because of their:

• Strength
• Stability
• Beauty
• Responsiveness
• Rich tonal character

Our entry-level Alunna Series features quality Asian woods, providing an affordable introduction to string playing while maintaining the craftsmanship and professional setup that define every Italia Violins instrument.

Exceptional tone doesn't happen by accident.

It comes from combining:

• Quality aged woods
• Experienced craftsmanship
• Precision graduations
• Professional setup
• Proper bridge fitting
• Accurate soundpost placement
• Responsive strings
• Careful final inspection

Every detail contributes to an instrument that is easier to play, more responsive, and capable of producing a beautiful, expressive voice.

Outstanding performance begins where the bow meets the string.

That's why we developed our own collection of small-batch premium rosins, handcrafted to provide smooth bow response, exceptional grip, rich tone, and low dust.

Our collection includes:

• Artista™ Medium
• Old Master™ Light Gold
• Old Master™ Dark Gold
• Old Master™ Bass
• Aria™ Hypoallergenic

Each formula is carefully developed to complement today's modern bows while honoring centuries of string-playing tradition.

A fine instrument deserves exceptional care.

After decades of experience restoring and maintaining string instruments, we developed our own line of non-toxic instrument care products designed to safely clean, protect, and preserve violins, violas, cellos, and basses.

Our collection includes:

• String Cleaner & Rosin Remover
• Instrument Polish
• Bow Hair Cleaner & Conditioner
• Peg Compound
• Premium Cleaning Accessories

Safe for musicians. Safe for instruments. Built to perform.

We stand behind the quality of every Italia Violins instrument.

Our limited lifetime warranty reflects our confidence in the craftsmanship and materials that go into every violin, viola, and cello we build.

When you purchase an Italia Violins instrument, you're investing in an instrument designed to provide decades of musical enjoyment.

Nothing makes us prouder than hearing from the musicians who play our instruments every day.

From beginning students discovering their first notes to professional performers taking the stage, thousands of musicians have trusted Italia Violins to become part of their musical journey.

"The tone is incredible."

"The setup was perfect right out of the case."

"Far exceeded my expectations."

"The best value I've found anywhere."

"Beautiful craftsmanship and outstanding customer service."

Italia Violins is more than a manufacturer.

We're musicians.

We're educators.

We're craftsmen.

We're innovators.

We're committed to helping every musician discover the joy of making music through exceptional instruments, premium accessories, educational resources, and professional support.

From your very first lesson to a lifetime of performance, we're honored to be part of your musical journey.