Stradivari VS. Guarneri

My Stradivari VS. My Guarneri
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[@plumeater1]

Rich Highs = Stradivari Powerful Mids/Lows = Guarneri It's all about preference.

[@_Bandit88]

I prefer Guarneri. Incredible sound.

[@wrsdes]

Yes l also prefer guarneri

[@earthearth5188]

Agree!

[@Listener909]

I know right. the depth is just different

[@purnellhome3109]

Both sound absolutely amazing. The Guarneri had a deeper, more broad and full, sound that causes me to perceive more warmth, feeling, and emotion.

[@Themostamazinguy]

Guarnieri was AMAZING. It was very smooth sounding, and I believe is more versatile when it comes to how easily you can play a larger range of music.

[@branflakes2600]

Simply, the Guarneri is darker and amplified, which I'm surprised of considering that they are usually small models. The Stradivarius is lighter and more cheerful.

[@ItalanFindart]

Perfect description. I completely agree.

[@andrestes3848]

Guarneris are bigger than strads

[@danielmendez8634]

After listening twice to the recordings, I've noticed that the Stradivarius violin has a soprano pitch as compared to the Guarneri which has a low alto to tenor pitch. The Stradivarius was also more sensitive to the touch when she pressed her fingers. The Guarneri was a lot more slower and mellow to respond when the fingers, pressed the strings. I also noted one more thing which is what I believe the Stradivarius gets it's more pricey value, and that is .... TA RA: That while, I was listening to the performance, the music sounded more spontaneous and more richer. Meaning the music sounded as if the sound was being created, right at that precise moment. The Stradivarius violin makes one want to create music as opposed to the Guarneri; which sounds as if, the music has gotten out dated and long forgotten. For me, the sound of the Stradivarius makes me want to create music for the violin, because it's crispness and freshness of sound inspires me as a composer to compose.

[@stevenlysen5377]

The Del Gesu is probably worth more. I would say the Strad is more elegant, with more harmonics, while the Del Gesu is more piercing and faster. There are 600 Strads and 80-100 Del Gesu's in existence. I would say this IS A marvelous Strad. and an average Del Gesu, probably one of the last he ever made, so he may not have had his full faculties, but one he made two years earlier is the most valued violin on the planet.

[@KevosMagic]

Steven Lysen Those are both modern instruments made by the uploader (he is a violin maker) inspired by Stradivari and Del Gesu, not authentic(still good sound tough)

[@John-bt4jo]

The sound of Strad and Guarneri are both enchanting, is like walking in the woods and meeting the witch

[@kwesisandiford5721]

the richness and smoothness and effortless amplified tones of the Guarneri are obviously outweighing the stradivarius the redundant crowd fav. If I thought to say that one had a voice I would say it was the Guarneri....

[@gioruiz08]

Both instruments sound amazing

[@dgillies5420]

It sounded like the Guarnieri was more damped - no overtones or aftertones. At the higher end, these aftertones made the Strad sound richer, but at the lower end, the damping made the Gaurn richer.

[@tmertens8172]

The Guarneri seems to have a fuller more soothing sound on each note. The Strad seems more thin and shrill on each note. To my amateur naive ear, I prefer the Guarneri. Thanks for the lovely sounds.

[@ja_u]

0:40 Strad / 2:23 Guarneri Del Gesu 0:45 Strad / 2:28 Guarneri Del Gesu 0:54 Strad / 2:36 Guarneri Del Gesu 1:02 Strad / 2:58 Guarneri Del Gesu Sry I did these for myself to be able to jump quickly but if you try it yourself, you can really hear the difference. Just listen to a few seconds and just click on the timestamp of the other violin for direct comparison. Guarneri Del Gesu are hands down my absolute favorite violins, those are truly masterful.. imo even better than Strads but dont come for me :D Btw, the first violinmaker Guarneri was Del Gesu's grandfather who had learned from the master Amati himself. He passed those skills down to his son who then passed them on to Guarneri Del Gesu who made this violin in the video =) So kinda important to know which of the Guarneri family actually made it One day if Im rich I'll get one haha just believe

[@cameratamirabal5224]

Definitely, Guarneri ... much fuller sound. Congrats!!!

[@bethkatz7027]

Love the Strad. But her violin playing is exquisite. A joy to watch

[@CapnCrusty]

They're both very beautiful but I prefer the more earthy voice of the del Gesu.

[@maverickdallas100]

Both violins sound great while each has its own unique character. The player's choice of one or the other depends on their individual playing style. I personally would like the Guarnieri for long sustained notes and the Strad for something more up-tempo.

[@fml3131]

Both produces excellent and superior sound, but I prefer the 1st - strad. It's much more clear, richer n beautiful!! Just amazing....

[@waterbird91]

both have an excellent sound.That's what matters. 18th century violinists would have been honored to play these 2 copies.

[@mityodimitrovviolinmaker1065]

thank you!

[@MrAzureJames]

the Guarneri immediately gave me chills

[@eszterszabo5420]

Guarneri is the best! I'll get one too, and I can't wait to try that fantastic sound!

[@judyponichtera4060]

Of course, they all sound great; but I could hear a distinct difference between the Strad and the Guarneri. I just have a natural preference for the more mellow sound of the Guarneri, but I also like the sweet sound in the higher notes of the Strad. I pick the Guarneri.

[@studisme]

I know absolutely nothing about violins. But I think the Del Gesu won this one. What a sound! I can see know why they're considered master pieces. Sound like no other violin I ever heard before!

[@danieljones8706]

If I had either of those, I would probably do nothing other play gorgeous music all day.

[@mackychua7599]

it takes time to assess these instruments which one is better or is it really nice instrument by itself! a lot of factors....strings! (a bunch of brands that u can mix up), bow, (some violins might sound better with its right bow), acoustic place, soundpost adjustment......my violin before i thought its really bad but when i gave it a chance to open up and experimented on different strings and adjusted the soundpost ....now its a jewel

[@steveevans424]

I agree with the consensus the Strad is higher , tighter,sweeter, brighter..... The DelGesu is wider, lower, darker, broader....Its just a matter of taste, mine is for the DelGesu

[@mityodimitrovviolinmaker1065]

Thank you!

[@nikzoll]

The Stradiuarius violin is like aged wine. Guarneri's violin is pure vodka. Not a society of anonymous alcoholics :)

[@Digiphyll]

I've played a Stradivarius and a Guarneri that belonged to two of my violin teachers/professors. Obviously both master violin makers created incredible instruments and each listener has their one preference, but the Guarneri had a more resonant rich tone a foot from my ear.

[@joepworther2284]

Stradivari, definately !!!

[@MityoDimitrovviolinmaker]

Thank you for the shared opinion !!!

[@parth8044]

Loved both violin 😍

[@mandolinman2006]

Gotta hand it to the Guarneri. The Strad was a bit brighter with a more focused tone. I can see why people would like it, but the brightness tends to be a bit unpleasant on my ears. The darkness of the Guarneri helped it be a little more balanced and I believe more complex.

[@mycatisabastard2361]

That Stradivari has such a sweet, silvery tone.

[@paulpasca131]

Both great sounds.

[@brassplyer]

I'm sure the onboard camera mic and youtube compressed audio really does both of these instruments justice and captures their nuances.

[@6onxza]

My god, what a soulful instrument. Amazing..

[@mityodimitrovviolinmaker1065]

thank you!

[@22Catch22]

Incredibly expressive violinist! I don’t think it would matter very much what she was playing.

[@Cherokie89]

excellent sounding instruments. I like the guarneri the most

[@swetstein2]

I liked the Guarneri better. The sound seemed darker, which I like, and yet clearer for both low and high notes. The Stradivari's sound seemed a bit harsher and less focused.

[@masterHigar]

I hear guarinieri has darker and smoother tone, and stradivari has screaming edge tone. I love both. but I will choose stradivari if I should vote.

[@peishilin6702]

Stradivarius produces more clean and direct when playing.. while Guarneri produces more wave sound when playing.. I prefer the sound from Guarneri.

[@MityoDimitrovviolinmaker]

Thank you for shared opinion :)

[@zaxflaya]

The Guarneri has a nicer tone to me, but the high note ending the second phrase on the Strad sounded more controlled and subtle.

[@kevingamache1512]

For me it is your Guarnieri. Yours to my ears has the heart of a solo instrument yet possesses the passionate voice of a Romantic gypsy.

[@mityodimitrovviolinmaker1065]

thank you!

[@Chingu-nm6wp]

the difference in sound is amazing though both sound beautiful

[@Boogietized]

My fav is the Stradivari, absolutely beautiful sounding.

[@gazinho5970]

quem é brasileiro da um up aki

[@chestermarcol3831]

Both gorgeous, but the richness of sound and tonal "isolation" (for lack of a better term) in the Strad is very distinct.

[@MityoDimitrovviolinmaker]

Thank you for shared opinion :)

[@raoultak]

Strad or Del Gesu..Heifetz or Oistrakh.. Mozart or Haydn.. Thai food or Chinese food: please don’t compare not comparable issues. They all have their beauty (values) which ought to be enjoyed..but not to be compared.

[@myleftbrain]

+Raoul Tak - I think what he was asking for is which of HIS copies one would like to vote for. Not so much which of the original masters was _better_.

[@lalengua.dejoa6]

Messi or Cristiano

[@blackhole4106]

Nothing wrong with getting the public opinion. No one is making such a huge deal about it, which is nice.

[@blackhole4106]

I realized this comment is three years old

[@Skinny_Karlos]

I'm a Guarneri del Gesu appasionato for life. They're just that bit more mellow or 'round' in their sound. Not as bright and full on but fantastically beautiful in their colours and textures. I will always prefer a Guarneri over a Stradivari every time. Oh how I wish there were more of them so that those of us with less $$ might be able to have one as it's only the scarcity that makes them so expensive. Oh, how I wish I had one. : {

[@cryptominingsauce4043]

Ok so it's been a few years since I watched this video and it seems as though my taste in sound has changed. In short, I could listen to the Guarneri all day!

[@IndelibleBeings]

The Guarneri copy is my preference -the Strad copy is wonderful but I really liked the body of the Guarneri (despite that your player didn't do as well on that one). Pending finish and a real mic to compare harmonics and resonance, I'd get the Guarneri. If I got the Strad I'd switch the Dominants for a full set of Evah Gold to give it more projection (and a bit more sweetness?). I'd definitely try the Titanium Solo on the Guarneri (at least the D and the A), see how that projected the body and added some responsiveness (or not). It's got suchh body and it just needs to project it more, and that would be done via the string choice. Have you tried them with just a basic string (Tonica) to see how they compare? I'd also recommend playing them in a concert hall if you're using that cam to do it- the frequencies will carry and resonate in the hall in a way that little cam mic might be able to pick up better about 25-35' from the stage. Nice work!

[@daniel3231995]

The Guarneri just seems a bit more powerful and more projecting for me.

[@mityodimitrovviolinmaker1065]

thank you!

[@MariaPenha-zo5qy]

Duas pérolas que são de inestimável valor.

[@mr.z6252]

Because Guarneri Player is pressing More While Stradivari is more a bow Movement

[@daniel3231995]

@@mr.z6252 don't get y she'd play it differently for comparison purpose

[@mr.z6252]

@@daniel3231995 Because that's what a Professional Soloist said

[@srinitaaigaura]

Strads and Strad models always have a luminiscent resonance in their sound all the time especially in the highest notes, they just glow like crystal. Guarneris on the other tend to be full blooded -- their high notes can be savage and they just can't be beaten on the sheer spectrum of colours and tones they produce.

[@portraitbyelise2309]

Love this kind of video ! Guarneri is very powerful and deep, but between those two I do prefer the Strad, the soft brightness coming out of it just makes the music so emotional (can't explain better !), it kind of communicates lot of subtle emotions. Guarneri here is more about darkness, power and rich tones and the strad more about pure brightness, buttery softness and subtility.

[@user-wc9ee8rv5o]

Я погоджуюсь з Тобою…

[@kcarterp1992]

I've always preferred Guarneri models and violins because of the darker tone, but I do agree that between these two particular violins the Strad does seem to sound clearer and more pure. That could also be the player. Not that she is bad or anything, but of course everyone has their own unique way of playing, and the Strad could just sound better because of the way she plays. In general I've always felt that I sound better playing a Guarneri, but I can see now that I could be led to change my mind.

[@chairojhol1133]

Guarnieri e você mesmo. amo os dois mais preferência, e Guarnieri...

[@myrnas.3060]

both are beautiful, but the Guarneri has a darker sound to it....both are like different flavors of honey...

[@lucascamargo4135]

Stradivarius 0:40 Guarneri 2:23

[@agapituslye9080]

I've had the pleasure of playing both a golden era Strad and late era Guarnieri in the same afternoon. The Strad wins my vote IMHO. There is a magic to Strads that I've never experienced before.

[@bb2tempo1]

Agapitus Lye, What strings did you use?

[@joseluislopez9701]

i think you should to play short musical phrases, one violin and then the other violin to apreciate diferences, cause our ears remember last sound played better than first one

[@biggysground]

The Strad rings and projects lovely but the Guarneri has a deeper louder tone. Both win in my opinion.

[@arminiushermann09]

Thank God for the little ice age we had, to give us the most beautiful sound ever from a violin or pretty much any instrument ever.

[@NingasKugon09]

Strad w/o a doubt...very clear and sings out crystal like yet very sweet---it goes thu right in the heart.

[@stanleyhenrique7789]

The guarnierius del gesu amazing song!

[@fydler7640]

Unless I am wrong, these are modern copies of the original instruments. VERY nicely done, Mr. Dimitrov! One of my own violins is a del Gesu interpretation c.1970 made by Gunther Reuter of Chicago. It is a powerful instrument with an almost viola sounding G string. My other violin is a c.1700 Carlo Tononi. They could not be more different! The Tononi is powerful, but in a suave elegant way.

[@violinvirtuoso3198]

they were both dark and rich but if i had to choose I think the guarneri had a capability of more tonal colors.

[@donarmando916]

They are sounding quite similar in my ears. The Stradivari was a bit brighter, but that was minimal. Both exquisite violins for sure.

[@leonardofantini4409]

I prefer stradivari.soud is incredible and majestic

[@colinmacdonald3931]

Both are great. Not sure if it matters if an area sounds better on one when another area sound better on the other. When its between the best of the best feel matters more than minor differences in thier near perfect sound.

[@Musenschmooz]

I love both, the Guarneri sounds more playful and fun, but that could be the reflection of the violinist's attitude toward the instrument.

[@renshimarek]

Super film ! :)

[@soulsharde]

Just... wow

[@Judexy22]

They look like Twins with a natural difference. They are different and perhaps difficult to pin point. Anyway, I prefer the Strad !

[@mityodimitrovviolinmaker1065]

Thanks for your comment!

[@Sharak19]

I have no experience with Violin whatsoever except for the few months I played Viola in grade school 15 years ago. The Guaerneri sounded fuller, with better range, and smoother. It had better sound to my ears.

[@hummyfan]

I vote for the Guarneri---especially in the mellow, full, bottom register!

[@trumpetvids]

Great chance to hear these instruments but this video can at best only give a suggestion of what they sound like. Untreated room, I assume recorded with the onboard mic on the camera, limited KZbin audio compression.

[@DoctaCosmos]

I would say the guarneri could sound too aggressive with the dynamics of some songs notes due to its nature of engulfing the sound and compressing into a bold detailed sound however it manages to keep smoothness throughout . When done right it sounds more technically cable. The stradi, more open manages to exhaust the sound without turbulence or compression leaving it to hear less of the body and rather the smoothness of the bow. The stradi has a softer leading edge.

[@barryhambly7711]

Reading below says perhaps we look for different things from the sound but the Strad gave a quality of sound way above the Guarneri I thought the sounds would have been closer The sound of the Strad was so much more refined .

[@alvinklien2234]

I think the quality of the sound is the same it just the stradivari is louder... I prefer guarneri

[@MityoDimitrovviolinmaker]

Thank you for your vote :)

[@clarahan.]

to me, strad sound more deep and smooth while guar sound more clear and sharp. it also has a more crisp high note and clear low note.

[@danroseberry]

I like the bottom half of the Guarneri and the top half of the Strad!

[@amywilks3038]

The Stradivari sounds almost sad and is very bright/light, the Guarneri is full and rich however both are very smooth. Gah I can't decide!!

[@jacobkoster3090]

Guarnieri, deep rich tones

[@benjaminrapp7418]

Both are amazing, but, to my ear, the Guarneri is just smoother. Darker, less harsh. Personal preference.

[@benjaminrapp7418]

I guess to add to that, the Stradavarius might be the better solo instrument. It would probably cut through the mix better, but the Del Gesu, overall just has less offensive overtones throughout it's range. To me, that is more appealing.

[@anthonyluu9121]

I prefer to play the Guarneri.

[@arashraassi]

The Strad is like a 'laser' beam... but the Del Gesu is just 'caramel'... 😊🎻✨

[@adammeade2300]

What everyone else said.... lol. I think Strad might be better for ensemble/orchestra, as the high's would cut through better, but for solo pieces, I'd think the Guarneri has a more broad spectrum.

[@italianbirdvideos6190]

Guarneri on this for me.

[@joannesukumaran9006]

The Del Gesu (it has a special shimmering sound, hard to put in words).

[@eriknystrom5839]

Hopefully everybody understands that this is not about real Stads or Guarneris. These are nice Strad- and Guarneri- copies by Mityo Dimitrov. They both sound really good, but it is of course difficult to the real sound in a KZbin recording. I would pick the Guarneri copy. What would it cost.? My guess is 5000 - 7000 USD. A real Strad or Guarneri del Gesu can cost as much as 10 millj USD

[@Iraqi_violinist]

thanx

[@gligachaz5047]

In this video I prefer the Strad., it's sound is what I associate with a beautiful violin.

[@tonyfinley7030]

Just being clear - these are just copies, not real Strad and Del Gesu violins. So the comparison is not much use - some Strads sound almost like del Gesus and vice versa. Using models as opposed to the real thing is not a way to judge.

[@dansimpson7680]

But its helpful to consider them as different styles. If I'm buying a violin, what general characteristics am I looking for? I could tell the luthier I prefer Guarneri style forms, and it would help narrow down my search

[@leandrobrito7094]

O Guarnieri tem super projeção mas cordas sol e ré. Soa de forma escura e sombria, de forma fantástica. Mas no trabalho das cordas lá e mi, Strad tem brilho e precisão e apresenta som limpo. Como se Guarnieri estivesse tocando de longe, enquanto Strad mais próximo, achegado, mais íntimo. As duas propostas são ótimas, acho que vai mais da partitura a ser tocada e ao perfil do músico.

[@88huckster]

Stradivari=rich, full, tone: Guarneri=sweet, clear tone. matter of preference.

[@strat015]

Please correct me if I'm wrong as I am a complete ignorant as to how violin tones work. In my observation the Guarneri sounds like it has more bass to it which I think would be drowned out when played with other instruments (e.g. in an orchestra). While the Stradivari sounds more balanced but has more treble which seems like it would cut through other instruments making it more audible.

[@AlexRiversMusic]

They're both soloist instruments anyway, especially the cheerful sounding Strad. It is very strong

[@tantibusking7095]

I love the tone of the del Gesu. But at 1:20 the stradavari sounds very brassy and I liked it too

[@kriziadujuanthompson]

i am new at this and um i choose the second violin it felt more loving the stradi did

[@Recorder-e3e]

No sé lo qué opinan, pero a mi juicio la diferencia estriba en que el Stradivarius es más grave, solemne, como si estuviera afinado en 415 mientras que el Guarnerius luce más brillante y potente a 440.

[@manuelri5623]

alfredo mato a mi me gusto mas el stradivarius, como tu lo dices se escucha mas grave :3

[@14961942]

I did like the Stradivari more. Has a lot more depth I felt.

[@mackychua7599]

I love the strad

[@abbanj]

Both great ...Strad sounds the best to me !

[@user-rz7ln8md9c]

ストラドの方が断然良いですね。音の腰、艶、ボリュームなどかなり凄い💨 strad is AWESOME‼️