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Thanks for checking in!  We will be populating the store with actual instruments and accessories soon. For now, we're just listing the brands we carry.  Please contact us or drop by the store for more info.

2013-06-06

The Eastman Banjo has arrived!

We are very excited to present what very well might be the only Eastman EBJ-WL1 Banjo available in western Canada!

Rim Dimensions:  3/8” thick and 10-3/4” in diameter
Hoop: Maple
Neck: 3 Piece Maple/Ebony
Head: Coated
Finish: Varnish
Fretboard: Ebony
Inlay: Custom Pearl
Tuning Machines: Chrome Planetary
Nut: Bone
Case: Hardshell Case Included

$1250

Come in and try it today! 



2013-05-21

Pedal Sale!

Larsen Music is having a massive pedal sale right now to make room for our new lineup of boutique brands soon to be in stock.
So right now if you purchase any pedal you can take home a second for half price*.
If you purchase two pedals the third is absolutely free*.
We have awesome fuzz, OD, flanger, chorus, delay and reverb pedals waiting to be part of your killer rig and much more.
The sale starts today and goes to May 18th.
Stop by Larsen Music at 1833 Cook St and test them out!



*With the purchase of pedals of equal or greater value
*Excluding Boss Pedals
*All purchases will be final sale



2013-05-11

New Play On Air Shoulder Rests

We now carry Play On Air shoulder rests for Violin and Viola! We also carry junior Play On Air as well.

$29.70 plus tax



2013-05-02

16.5" strad copy violas

We have two beautiful 16.5" strad copy violas for sale. One comes with hard case, and has center mounted chin rest. The other comes with a bow and a hard case.

$1350.00, & $1250.00

 



2013-04-06

Shen 3/4 Double Bass

This Shen Quinoil solo Bass has a carved spruce top with a solid maple side and back. It comes with the pickup installed and is perfect for either the performing jazz bass player or bluegrass player. 

$5895.00



2013-04-06

4/4 Cello

This beautiful old  Bela Truppel Cello was made in 1915. It has a nice tone with high action strings. It is perfect for the solo classical musician.

$6500.00



2013-04-06

4/4 Eastman 405

This Eastman cello has a proffesional quality sound to it. Its sweet tones are perfect for the intermediate to professional player.

$2995.00



2013-03-28

Allegretto 16.5" Viola

Nice warm deep tone, two piece back, great for intermediate students, looking for that perfect carrying voice.

Spruce top maple back.

$950.00

 



2013-03-28

Reid Hudson Bows

We have some new bows from the bow maker Reid Hudson that just came into our stock! These bows include German bass bows, cello bows and several violin bows. You can also check out his website at: www.reidhudson.com



2013-03-28

Herold Mueller 16.5" Viola

Herold Mueller 16.5” viola

This wonderful Viola was made in Kelowna by Herold Mueller in 1997. Its softer deep tone carries well and is perfect for the well adjusted musician.

$2500.00



2013-03-28

Barcus Berry Electric Violin

This plug in and play Barcus Berry Vibrato-ae is made in Romania. Its unique color going from black to red makes it stand out. Whether playing fiddle or classical this is the perfect instrument for the in a band musician.

$800.00



2013-03-15

Klaus Heffler

Klaus Heffler Violin

This violin comes to us all the way from Germany, where it was handmade in the master atelier. Made of Norway spruce, it’s the perfect violin for an intermediate player.

Price: $1895.00

 



2013-03-15

Artur Teller Violin

Made in Germany in 1979, this violin was originally bought by a collector on Pender Island BC.  This violin has a brilliant tone and two piece maple back.  This violin would be perfect for the advanced player. Model number 501

Price $5000.00 



2013-03-14

Features of the String Shop

Here is just a small selection of the many stringed insruments at Larsen Music. Each week we will be featuring three different stringed instruments, so take a look, and come back often.



2012-02-29

Vintage Violins

We just received a nice selection of vintage violins and higher-end used bows on consignment. They're begging to be played!


2011-12-01

Sohn Guitars have arrived!

David Sohn, builder of Sohn String Instruments, was in today. And he brought some new toys for us! Now on our shop floor, in addition to the mandolins we got earlier in the year:

- SG-000M slot-head, 12-fret 000 with all solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides

- SG-DHR dreadnaught, all solid spruce top and rosewood back and sides

- SG-DHSR slope-shoulder dreadnaught, all solid spruce sunburst-finished top and rosewood back and sides

Drop in and play them. Please enjoy!



2011-11-02

New Kanile'a Ukuleles!

We just received a new shipment of Kanile'a ukuleles. So lovely! We have three in stock: a K1 Concert/gloss, a K1 Concert/satin and a K1 Tenor/satin. These are not lasting long in the shop, so hurry in if you want to play one!



2011-08-22

Presenting Republic Guitars

New this week to the Larsen stable: Republic Guitars! These resonators and guitars are all set up in Dallas, Texas, and sound great! Check out the artist page on their website to see who is playing these fantastic yet very affordable instruments. We are the only dealer in B.C.

We have several pieces in stock. Ready to play!



2011-08-10

Genz Benz Amplification

We are very excited to be Victoria's exclusive dealer for Genz Benz amplifiers! We have several acoustic amps, plus some fantastic bass amplifiers in stock. They sound great!



2011-07-18

Tradition of Excellence

We have an exciting new band method in stock now! From Bruce Pearson, who brought you Standard of Excellence, and Ryan Nolan, Kjos Music has released Tradition of Excellence. This exciting new method comes with an audio/video DVD which allows students to use Interactive Practice Studio and smartmusic.

Band teachers please contact Ann at the store at ext. 208 for your free review copy.



2011-04-15

PICKUP WIZARD

We are now a dealer for Pickup Wizard custom electric guitar pickups. The Wizard makes great sounding, era-correct replicas of vintage Fender and Gibson style pickups. He also has custom order options and a rewinding service.

http://www.pickupwizard.com



2011-03-28

Kanlie'a Ukuleles!

We are the very proud owners of three beautiful Kanile'a ukes!  These are lovely instruments, hand-crafted in Hawaii. They have a very unique bracing system that allows the top to move freely. They really sing!

We have the K1 Concert Gloss, K1 Tenor Satin and K2 Deluxe Gloss in stock. Drop by and play them!

See http://kanileaukulele.com for details.