BERDANI Tailpiece for Violin Fleurs de Lys

Berdani Violin Tailpiece – Fleurs de Lys Model in Berdani’s Dark Boxwood

Handcrafted by master luthier Daniel Hiller

The Berdani violin tailpiece featuring a central Fleurs de Lys combines the classic French model with refined craftsmanship and carefully selected natural materials. Each tailpiece is handmade by master luthier Daniel Hiller and optimized for ideal vibration transfer, low weight, and balanced tonal development.

Design and Tonal Character

All Berdani tailpieces are crafted to preserve the violin’s natural vibration behavior. Thanks to the low weight of Berdani’s Dark Boxwood, the instrument can resonate freely, enhancing response, overtone development, and tonal clarity.

The Fleurs de Lys model is based on the traditional round French tailpiece design. Its soft lines and harmonious proportions support free string vibration and enable direct response with a clear, overtone-rich sound. Tonally, this model offers a powerful and well-balanced voice with stable projection across all strings.

A distinctive feature is the finely carved Fleurs de Lys in the center of the tailpiece. This subtle ornament combines classical aesthetics with traditional craftsmanship, giving the instrument an elegant historical appearance without affecting its acoustic properties.

The lightweight construction allows the violin to vibrate freely, further enhancing response and overtone richness. This model is ideal for orchestral musicians and soloists seeking balanced and projecting tonal performance.

Material – Berdani’s Dark Boxwood (thermally treated boxwood)

The tailpiece is made from Berdani’s Dark Boxwood, a high-quality boxwood that achieves its warm dark brown color through a special thermal process. The coloration is created exclusively by heat – without stains, dyes, or chemical additives.

Key advantages of Berdani’s Dark Boxwood:

• exceptionally low weight for free resonance
• high stability combined with natural elasticity
• pleasant, warm surface without chemical coatings
• visually harmonious match for classical instruments

The surface is finely sanded with pure linseed oil and polished with natural wax, creating a breathable finish that protects the wood while preserving its acoustic qualities.

The packaging consists exclusively of sustainable, recycled materials, reflecting Berdani’s commitment to responsible and resource-conscious craftsmanship.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Fleurs de Lys model
• Instrument: Violin
• Length: 110 mm
• Width: 46 mm
• Slot width / G–E string spacing: 31 mm
• Fret: Ebony
• Weight: 10 g
• Tailgut: Plastic and polyester cord, 16-strand wound – supports a very overtone-rich sound
• Wood: Berdani’s Dark Boxwood
• Finish: sanded with pure linseed oil and waxed