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sixgviolin.com

Make Your Strings Shape Your World

Carrying on six generations of Hungarian violin-making secrets, we bring centuries of artisan tradition and acoustics to today’s musicians.

Fine Instruments

We offer fine soloistic string instruments made fully by hand in our shop. We ensure quality by using European maple wood that is up to 150 years old and employing our unique No-Form construction and proprietary patterns based on the finest Hungarian and Italian master string instruments of the last 3 centuries.

Rent A Masterpiece

We vow to pair each player with high-quality string instruments to match their needs and skill level. All of our student rentals include geared peg systems to make tuning easier and allow students to focus on what matters: playing the instrument.

Other Instruments

Sometimes you need to just strum away the blues, rock out with friends, or play a parlor concert with a group, we're excited to carry a range of exquisite guitars and fretted instruments to help. From brand names you know and trust to unique masterpieces by individual luthiers, we have a variety of options to fit your needs!

Repairing your fine instrument with care and precision

Thomas Dunn specializes in premium repairs that not only restore your instrument like new, honoring the fidelity and spirit of your original masterpiece.

The Frirsz Asymmetric Viola

Innovation Meets Inspiration

Discover the viola that changed everything. Pioneered by Nicholas Frirsz, our asymmetric design maximizes internal air volume for a deep, resonant tone (especially on the C string) while our optimized string length and refined treble-side ergonomics make shifting and playing effortless. Enhanced by our industry-leading Perfect Sixth Fit™ System, this instrument doesn’t just sound world-class; it feels like an extension of your own hand. Experience the perfect balance of aesthetic beauty and unmatched playability.

"We strive to provide classically-made string instruments to all levels of players in an accessible, informed, and personalized way."

We provide the highest quality of string instruments and service in the area, from our decades old materials to fittings and bows. More than just a shop, we are committed to supporting our local music community through instruments, expertise, and a passion for artistic excellence.

Crescendo Stories

I absolutely love my Frirsz viola, and since I’ve owned it my playing has been boosted immensely. Every time I have come to Nick or Thomas in the shop they have shown the highest level of care and knowledge about my viola! Highly recommended to string players looking for quality service and instruments.
Jacquelyn O'Brien
I am so glad I found Sixth Generation Violins in Saratoga! Summers in the Adirondacks can get so humid and my violin requires extra attention when that happens. Tom has helped me and my students at Luzerne Music Center so many times during the summers when our instruments get finicky. His expertise, attention to detail, and great personality are unparalleled. I always look forward to visiting his shop!
Madeleine Jansen
The tailpiece I bought made my violin sound amazing. It sounded good before, but I wanted to try it after I read the reviews. It was such an improvement, that I'm definitely ordering one for my viola right away.
Vince Richter
I went to Sixth Generation Violin with a dire crack down the middle of my viola. Thomas Dunn restored my damaged viola back to its former self and also encouraged me to contact him with any questions I had throughout the process. He was so kind and worked extremely hard to make sure I was happy with the work that was done. I will be returning in the future!
Jacqueline Bedrey

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