Peter Zaret & Sons Violins

We offer a curated selection of handcrafted violins from renowned makers, including Stradivari and contemporary artisans. Each instrument undergoes rigorous evaluation to ensure superior sound quality and playability. Our experts help musicians find the perfect match for their skill level and artistic goals.

Our rental program provides high-quality cellos for students and professionals, with flexible terms and lifetime adjustment support. Instruments are maintained to exacting standards, ensuring reliability for practice and performance. We offer personalized fittings to optimize comfort and sound production.

Specializing in complex repairs and restorations, our team prioritizes musical functionality while preserving historical integrity. Services include crack repairs, varnish touch-ups, and soundpost adjustments. All work is performed by experienced luthiers using traditional techniques.

We restore and maintain violin, viola, and cello bows to enhance playability and longevity. Services include rehairing with premium horsehair, frog adjustments, and shaft straightening. Our proprietary Zarelon FH hair ensures consistent tension and tone quality for professional musicians.

Our research-driven approach to sound enhancement focuses on improving resonance and projection through precise adjustments. Techniques include soundpost positioning, bass bar modifications, and bridge shaping. These services help musicians achieve their desired tonal characteristics for specific repertoire or performance settings.

A pioneering violin maker and researcher with decades of experience in acoustics and instrument design. His work bridges traditional craftsmanship with scientific innovation to enhance musical expression.

We specialize in violins, violas, cellos, and double basses from historic makers like Stradivari and modern artisans. Our collection includes student to professional-grade instruments.

Yes, we provide cello, violin, viola, and double bass rentals with lifetime adjustment support and flexible terms for students and professionals.

We handle all aspects of string instrument repair including crack restoration, soundpost adjustments, varnish touch-ups, and bow rehairing using premium materials.

We adjust string height, soundpost position, and other elements during free consultations to match your playing style and evolving artistic needs.

Yes, we support worldwide orders for instruments, bows, and accessories with secure payment options and delivery tracking.

It's a lovely place managed by lovely people who are very knowledgeable in the instruments they service I will 100% be going back for all of my repair and or alteration needs

I had a not-great experience with Peter Zaret and Sons. I took my grandfather's 120 year-old Strad clone in for a paid appraisal appointment. The front door was locked when I arrived, so I called. No one answered. After about 5 minutes, another car pulled into the lot and a younger man proceeded to unlock the door. I went in, identified myself and waited another 5 minutes for the younger man to find my appointment.

After another 5 minutes, Mr. Zaret finally came down. He spent about 10 seconds looking at my violin and told me it was a worthless Strad clone and went to hand it back to me. I explained to him that I knew the violin was a low-end clone, but wanted to know more about it as it is a family relic. Unimpressed, he acted curt and bothered by my questions. Bad customer service aside, he did not offer much useful information on the instrument. It was a waste of $37.

I bought an instrument off ebay and it was damaged during shipping. Peter Zaret and Sons Violins did an excellent job fixing my instrument. Every step in the process was seamless. I received a fair estimate for the work, and the work was completed in a reasonable time frame. Peter and his staff members were all very professional and kind. They even replaced the strings for me, as I requested. I was so excited to pick up my instrument and take it home to play, good as new. This place is a hidden gem. I would highly recommend taking your instrument here to get it fixed! Their luthier service is top notch.

Professional, friendly, great information and experience to share. Very recommended! Bows, instruments, accessories, repairs, music, etc.