CRAFTED IN THE STYLE AND TRADITION
OF THE MASTER CREMONESE VIOLINMAKERS

VIOLINS, VIOLAS AND CELLOS

Benning-Crafted Instruments Now Available for Examination and Trial.
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OLD-WORLD MASTER CRAFTSMANSHIP

OLD-WORLD SERVICE MEETS

Benning Violins has a long tradition of expert service and meeting the needs of collectors and the most discerning musicians - from the beginner to professional - since 1953.
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BEAUTY, SOUND & CRAFTSMANSHIP"

"INSTRUMENTS RENOWNED FOR THEIR

Since the early 20th century, the Benning family name has been synonymous with the old world craft of making fine, master-crafted violins, violas and cellos.
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The Impossible Dream … made Possible

ITALIAN MODELING. LUSTROUS VARNISH. POWERFUL TONE.

Finely-crafted Pressenda, Bergonzi, Balestrieri, Guarneri and Stradivari-model violins by Eric Benning.

POWER AND BEAUTY IN YOUR HANDS
CATALOG OF VIOLINS, VIOLAS & CELLOS

BENNING VIOLINS MAINTAINS THE LARGEST

Benning Violins offers the most extensive collection on the West Coast of fine violins, violas, cellos and bows crafted by modern and old world masters
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FINE CELLOS FOR SALE
Eric Benning Cello
Los Angeles 2019

This is the latest cello by Eric Benning made on the classic model by Matteo Goffriller. This cello has an unparalleled, one-piece, quarter-cut, Bosnian maple back from the 1960’s. The top was fashioned from Northern-Italian spruce which the family acquired in the 1950’s. Gorgeous flames in the back and strong hazel-spruce markings on the top make this one of Eric’s most visually stunning instruments to date. The Goffriller model gives this cello a dark, powerful tone.

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FINE VIOLINS FOR SALE
Eric Benning Violin
Los Angeles 2016

This violin was made by our very own luthier, Eric Benning. Based on a model by J.F. Pressenda, this violin has a gorgeous one-piece, Bosnian maple back with exceptional figure. The top is fashioned from two-piece, Northern Italian spruce. Back Length: 35.7 cm.

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FINE VIOLINS FOR SALE
Eric Benning Violin
Los Angeles 2016

This is the latest violin by Eric Benning based on the Balestrieri model. A stunning one-piece back. Powerful, full-rich tone. Back Length: 35.4 cm.

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FINE CELLOS FOR SALE
Hans and Nancy Benning Cello,
Los Angeles 1998

This is a beautiful cello made by our very own, Hans and Nancy Benning. This is the last cello that Hans and Nancy made together back in 1998. Modeled after a David Tecchler cello, this instrument has large, full-arching giving the cello an incredible, rich, penetrating sound.

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FINE CELLOS FOR SALE
Eric Benning (Carriage House, Boston, MA.) | Cello, Los Angeles 2018

This is the latest Eric Benning cello completed in 2018. Beautiful Bosnian maple which has been in our family for over 3 generations. The top of Italian Spruce is from the 1920’s.

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FINE VIOLAS FOR SALE
Hans Benning Viola
Los Angeles 1982

Made from our very own Hans Benning. This viola is in excellent condition and produces a bright, powerful across all the strings. Back length: 42.5 cm. String Length: 38 cm.

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Eric Benning Viola
Los Angeles 1997

A rich, powerful tone that you would expect on a larger viola. Length: 42.4 cm. Please call to make an appointment to see this beautiful viola.

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Finding Bespoke:
"The Violinmaker"

Director, cinematographer and filmmaker Michael Bernard released an original short film chronicling the story of the Bennings, the family of distinguished violinmakers.

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A selection from our catalog of notable violins, violas, cellos and bows

Featured Instruments

A Powerful, Warm Soloistic Instrument2017 Amati-model Viola crafted by Eric Benning

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An Exceptional Example of Sartory's Finest Bows1920's Eugene Sartory Violin Bow

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Rich and Powerful with Flawless Workmanship1854 Cello crafted by Georges Chanot

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Old World craft of violin-making is alive in Studio City

Since the early 20th century, members of the Benning family have been making violins renowned for their beauty, sound and craftsmanship.

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Couple's mission in Mexico combines faith and service

In 1979, the Bennings began working at a Mexican orphanage built by friends. Thirty-four years later, they're still going back.

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Musicians Strike A Pose with Benning-crafted Instruments

Preeminent Los Angeles violinmaker Eric Benning has five of his instruments in the LA Philharmonic ... and here's a photo to prove it.

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Through our skill, artistry and expertise we provide the highest quality services to players of all levels.

We are a full service Violin Shop

Appraisals

We draw on our 60 years of experience to perform expert appraisals of fine violins, violas, cellos and bows.

Commissions

Eric Benning accepts commissioned work to craft individualized violins, violas and cellos by request.

Consignments

We accept consignments of fine violins, violas, cellos and bows to place before our international clientele.

Restorations

Expert restoration and repair of violins, violas, cellos and bows have long been a staple of our studio.

Fine violins, violas and cellos crafted by Eric Benning are played by a number of premier players, concert performers and recording artists.

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HOURS

Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday and Monday: Closed

 

MEMBERSHIPS

  • International Society of Violin and Bow Makers
  • American Federation of Violin and Bow Makers
  • Deutscher Geigenbauer Verband

 

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