Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for String Instruments & Education
Founded in 2005, we have dedicated ourselves to serving musicians of all skill levels with premium string instruments, rentals, repairs, and educational resources. Our journey began in Berea, Kentucky, and expanded to Lexington in 2007, followed by a Louisville location in 2022. With two fully equipped showrooms and workshops, we provide personalized support that reflects our deep expertise and commitment to the craft. Our staff includes professional luthiers and string players who ensure every client receives specialized guidance tailored to their unique needs.We prioritize integrity and customer satisfaction, offering free repair estimates, interest-free financing, and consignment opportunities to support both local musicians and visitors. As the largest violin shop in Kentucky, we remain steadfast in our mission to strengthen the musical community through quality instruments and exceptional service.
Services
Instrument Sales
Rentals
Repairs
Education
Consignment
Appraisals
Financing
Bow Rehair
Restoration
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have been serving musicians since 2005 with expert guidance.
- Our staff includes professional luthiers and string players.
- Free repair estimates provided with every assessment.
- Interest-free financing available on instrument purchases.
- Largest violin shop in Kentucky with curated inventory.
Services
Instrument Rentals
We offer flexible rental programs for violins, violas, cellos, and basses tailored to students and professionals. Our instruments undergo regular maintenance to ensure optimal playability. Customers can upgrade to purchase at any time.
Repairs
Our professional luthiers provide comprehensive repairs including crack restoration, regluing, bridge adjustments, and soundpost replacements. We use premium materials and offer free estimates for all repair work.
Bow Rehair
Premium Mongolian stallion hair is used for rehairs, with optional specialty colors available. Each rehair includes a satisfaction guarantee and adjustments to enhance playability and tone quality.
Consignment Sales
Local musicians can sell violins, violas, cellos, and basses through our consignment program. No time commitment required, with exposure to a broad customer base across Kentucky and surrounding states.
Education
Our experienced instructors provide personalized lessons for string instruments, catering to all skill levels. Sessions focus on technique, repertoire, and performance skills to foster musical growth.
Questions
Do you offer rentals for student musicians?
Yes, we provide rentals for violins, violas, cellos, and basses with flexible terms for students.
What repair services do you provide?
We handle cracks, regluing, bridge adjustments, soundpost replacements, and full restorations using premium materials.
Can I purchase an instrument online?
Yes, browse our inventory online or contact us directly for assistance with instrument purchases.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we provide interest-free financing on instrument purchases. Contact us for details.
Are there consignment opportunities available?
Yes, we accept instruments on consignment with no time commitment. Learn more on our website.
Reviews (4)
Alison Suell
May 22, 2022
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Great shop for all string needs, beautiful store, and very professional and great staff! Highly recommend for all your string needs.
Stephanie Chernyavskiy
May 19, 2022
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Best violin repair and sales shop in Louisville! If you want quality, honesty, and competitive prices go visit OTV Louisville! They are the only shop I'd trust to repair my violin!
Leah M.
Jun 12, 2019
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I am a professional cellist who was in town from LA to perform with my string quartet. Rather than buy a plane seat for my cello, we looked into borrowing one from a local violin shop. Old Town Violins was incredible and so kind to loan me a fantastic instrument. I loved the cello I borrowed and they went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed for the show. I would highly recommend this shop to anyone for any of their stringed instrument needs!
Ashley B.
Nov 09, 2017
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Find another place. The staff is rude, and I watched two customers treated poorly as I was waiting to pay (after being snapped at and talked down to). Not worth the hassle. *Updated 7/17/18* I was treated rudely in the store. My review is truthful. And I can see from your comment that not only are your customers concerns dismissed in the store, but they are dismissed openly online.
