A Violin You Grow Into,
Not Out Of.
Kono violins combine refined Japanese craftsmanship with the tonal expertise and tradition of The Violin House of Weaver.
Power Without Harshness.
Warmth Without Losing Clarity.
Every violinist searches for the moment when an instrument stops feeling like an object and begins responding like a musical partner.
Kono violins are known among players and dealers for their combination of projection, warmth, responsiveness and tonal complexity.
Designed for advancing students, conservatory musicians, teachers and professionals who need an instrument capable of both intimate expression and confident projection.
- Powerful Projection
- Warm, Complex Tone
- Fast Response
- Excellent Balance
- Solo & Ensemble Versatility
Two traditions. One musical purpose.
Craft
Instrument construction begins in the Hiroshi Kono workshop in Tokyo, Japan.
Refine
The instrument is prepared and tonally refined with careful attention to graduation, resonance and response.
Varnish & Setup
The instrument receives its distinctive antiqued appearance and professional setup.
Play
Each Kono is evaluated as a musical instrument — not simply as an object.
Specific workshop and finishing processes may vary by instrument.
The Kono Violin
Hiroshi Kono Violin
A responsive, powerful violin created for the serious advancing player and professional musician seeking exceptional tonal performance and value. Kono violins are known among players and dealers for their combination of projection, warmth, responsiveness and tonal complexity.
- Warm & ComplexRich, colorful tonal character.
- ProjectingDesigned to carry clearly without harshness.
- ResponsiveImmediate and sensitive under the bow.
- BalancedConsistent character across registers.
- FlexibleSuitable for solo, chamber and ensemble playing.
- Origin
- Tokyo, Japan
- Finishing / Preparation
- United States
- Fittings
- Ebony
- Model inspiration
- Classical Cremonese tradition
- Available Sizes
- 1/4 · 1/2 · 3/4 · 4/4 (subject to availability)
Inside Kono instruments appears a simple idea expressed in two characters:
Together: Beautiful Sound.
Sound Cannot Be Described. It Has to Be Heard.
The character of an instrument reveals itself under the bow. Authentic Kono recordings will be featured here.
More Than a Century of Listening
The Violin House of Weaver · Bethesda, Maryland · Since 1898
For four generations, the Weaver family has worked with musicians, teachers, collectors and violin shops in search of one essential quality: sound.
The Violin House of Weaver has served string players since 1898, evaluating and providing instruments ranging from historic European violins to contemporary instruments.
That experience forms an important part of the Kono philosophy: an instrument should ultimately be judged by how it responds in the hands of a musician.
- 1898
The Weaver violin tradition begins.
- Mid-20th Century
The family develops generations of violin-making, restoration and tonal expertise.
- Bethesda, Maryland
The Violin House of Weaver establishes its longstanding Washington-area presence.
- Today
The tradition continues through instruments selected and prepared for serious musicians.
Made for the Moment When Playing Becomes a Way of Life.
The transition from student instrument to serious instrument is one of the most important steps in a musician's development.
Kono violins are intended for players who have reached the stage where sensitivity, projection, response and tonal color genuinely matter.
Advancing Students
For musicians developing sophisticated bow control, tone and repertoire.
Conservatory Players
For players requiring projection, flexibility and reliable response.
Teachers
An instrument capable of demonstrating a wide tonal vocabulary.
Professionals
Responsive enough for rehearsal, chamber music, teaching and performance.
Found in Serious Hands
Kono instruments are played by serious students, teachers and performers. Featured artist stories will be added as approved profiles become available.
Looking for a Kono near you?
Enter your city and state to find Kono dealers near you and inquire about availability in person.
For Violin Shops
The Violin House of Weaver has worked with violin shops throughout the United States and internationally, supplying instruments selected for tonal quality, playability and value.
Interested dealers can contact Weaver regarding Kono availability and wholesale opportunities.
A closer look
Details that reward attention — the grain of aged spruce, the depth of hand-applied varnish, the quiet geometry of a scroll.
Play a Kono.
Whether you’re a player, teacher or violin dealer, we’d be pleased to help you locate the right Kono.
The Violin House of Weaver
4706 Highland Avenue
Bethesda, Maryland 20814
USA
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