Violin by Jake Jiwon Han P1103, Los Angeles 2025

This violin responds quickly, producing a clear and sweet sound. The lower register offers a velvety softness paired with impressive depth and resonance, while the upper register is exceptionally clear and penetrating. Well suited to both solo and chamber settings, the instrument carries effortlessly over other voices while retaining clarity, warmth, and presence. This violin was used in performances of La Forma del Suono.

Jake (Jiwon) Han is Head Luthier at Los Angeles Violin Shop, joining in 2015 and specializes in acoustical adjustment, and restoration of fine instruments. His award-winning violins are sought by professional and advanced players for their nuanced sound. Jake has received multiple honors from the Violin Society of America, including the 2022 Silver Medal for Tone (Violin) and certificates for tone (Viola 2022, Violin 2018). His instruments are highly regarded and widely used by professionals.