Testimonials

"…a beautifully made [viola], pleasing to the eye and very player-friendly. The sound was extremely even and impressive with an obvious depth of character which invited exploration. All in all, I have no reservation in highly recommending Mr.McClean's work."
Paul Cassidy. Violist, Brodsky quartet

"In my job, I don't have time to worry if a note is going to sound or not. Martin's viola is great - a big sound, even-toned across the range, and it speaks instantly. Since using it, I have had a number of positive comments about my playing. Buy one - they work!"
Richard Guthrie. Violist, Ulster Orchestra

"The joy of a violin that plays effortlessly, with evenness throughout the range, an immediate response sensitive to every nuance and with purity and sweetness of tone - I cannot go back to my 18th century instrument."
Shelagh McLeod. Professional violinist

"As a London freelance player I first played on Martin's violin, and immediately fell in love with the rich tone. The instrument has an immediate and responsive sound, with a good quality of timbre in the high registers. It has a pleasing resonance and consistancy of tone, with an absence of any harsh or nasal sounds. The harmonics are pure and overall the violin has a good tonal character. It is a delight to play and I can't put it down for long."
Diana Mitchell

"I have been dealing with Martin McClean now for a number of years. The service he offers is both professional and accomodating. His workmanship is of exceptionally high quality and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to fellow musicians and students".
Joan Hutchinson, Cello teacher