Andranik Gaybaryan
Violin Maker • Expert Luthier • Violinist

"As one who is used to playing violins that are hundreds of years old, I loved discovering a brand new master’s instrument" - Gil Shaham re: Andranik's violin, violinist
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Andranik Gaybaryan is a distinguished master violin maker and professional violinist, renowned for his exceptional craftsmanship and deep understanding of musical performance. With advanced education in music and a dedication to his art, Andranik has been creating exquisite violin family instruments since 1989.

He is also one of the highly respected violin makers at Stamell Strings, where he has been a valued member of the team since 2001, contributing his expertise and skill to the fine instruments we offer.

His instruments have received remarkable praise from some of the world's leading musicians, including Gil Shaham, Frank Peter Zimmermann, Oleg Krysa, Vera Beths, Victor Romanul and Michael Zaretsky. This invaluable feedback has fueled Andranik's relentless pursuit of the perfect sound, allowing him to refine his craft and produce violins that have personality and resonate with both beauty and depth.

Andranik's violins are not only played by top artists but are also part of prestigious collections, such as the New England Conservatory Violin Collection, Lisa Batiashvili Foundation, Maestro Foundation, Jokob School of Music Foundation, NEC Foundation, Amsterdam Conservatory Foundation, and the Anne-Sophie Mutter Foundation. His commitment to excellence ensures that each instrument is a true work of art, designed to enhance the musician's experience.

In addition to crafting new violins, Andranik also specializes in restoring high-level instruments and making precise adjustments to optimize their sound, further showcasing his expertise and dedication to the art of violin making.
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Handmade Violins:
  • 1 piece back Guarneri del Gesu model, Northampton MA 2019 / Op.175, #6514
  • 1 piece back Guarneri del Gesu model, Northampton MA 2018 / Op.164, #6972
  • 1 piece back Guarneri del Gesu model, Northampton MA 2016 / Op.133, #6915
  • 2 piece back Guarneri del Gesu model, Northampton MA 2012 / Op.97, #6589
  • 2 piece back Guarneri del Gesu model, Northampton MA 2015 / Op.128, #6588
  • ​2 piece back Guarneri del Gesu model, Northampton MA 2018 / Op.163, #6971
Handmade Violas:
  • Andranik Gaybaryan - 16", 2008 #4655
  • ​Andranik Gaybaryan  16 3/8", 2020, Op. 187, #6957
  • Andranik Gaybaryan 15 3/8", 2019, Op. 184, #6958
Handmade Cellos:
  • Andranik Gaybaryan Cello, 2019 Op. 173. #6650
  • Andranik Gaybaryan Cello, 2008, Op. 54 #6952

Andranik Gaybaryan Violin, Guarneri del Gesu model op. 227, Northampton MA

Andranik Gaybaryan - 15 3/8" Viola

Andranik Gaybaryan - 16" Viola

Andranik Gaybaryan - 16 3/8" Viola

Andranik Gaybaryan Cello, 2019 Op. 173. #6650

Andranik Gaybaryan Cello, 2019 Op. 173.

View Gil Shaham's performance on Andranik Gaybaryan's violin!
In 2018, Gaybaryan sold his violin 146 to the celebrated American violinist, Gil Shaham, and we are thrilled to see Shaham's continued mastery of this beautiful instrument.
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