The Instruments

Instruments for the serious musician.

Each Kono is created to respond like a musical partner — powerful yet warm, responsive yet controlled. Explore the collection below.

A responsive, powerful violin created for the serious advancing player and professional musician.

A viola with a warm, focused voice and the response advancing players and professionals rely upon.

From Tokyo to Bethesda

Two traditions. One musical purpose.

Instrument construction begins in the Hiroshi Kono workshop in Tokyo, Japan.

The instrument is prepared and tonally refined with careful attention to graduation, resonance and response.

The instrument receives its distinctive antiqued appearance and professional setup.

Each Kono is evaluated as a musical instrument — not simply as an object.

Specific workshop and finishing processes may vary by instrument.