Angeles Violin Shop

Apr 2024

Jeff is one of the most compelling violin makers I’ve come across in over 25 years of performing. He is a tinkerer, and it comes through in his knowledge about the tiny details lacking at the larger, more generic shops. He made my violin sound the best it ever has with small adjustments. I’d heard about the quality of his instruments, and took some out on trial. I loved the one modeled after a del gesu the most—the playability and quality of tone far outstrips his asking price. I can’t recommend Jeff’s shop highly enough, both to professionals looking for a local luthier, and to advanced students looking for an instrument they’ll be able to perform on in a...read full review

Sep 2023

Jeff Muller is simply one of the top luthiers in the world. He knows how to make a violin sound with his expert adjustments and set ups. His own instruments are extraordinary as well.Glenn DicterowFormer Concertmaster New York Philharmonic (1980-2014)Professor of Violin at USC Thornton School of Music (Heifetz Chair)

May 2023

I am surprised that I never wrote a review of his shop. I live in OC and I have been going to him for over at least 15 years. It's pretty crazy to drive all the way to Santa Monica, but its really worth it in my opinion. I go to other shops when I absolutely can't avoid it but honestly it's not the same.. i don't think anyone can beat his bow rehair.