Macau Violin to Exhibit at LFJ Strings Expo: Experience Violins Born from Stradivarius Overtone Analysis

Macau Violin is pleased to announce its participation in the 'LFJ Strings Expo,' held during the classical music festival La Folle Journée TOKYO. The exhibit will feature violins developed by applying overtone analysis of the legendary Stradivarius. On May 5th, a special performance by violinist Ririko Takagi will also take place.

Macau Violin (Japan General Agent: newhill.co) has been working to analyze and reproduce the sound of the world-famous Stradivarius from the perspective of overtones. The new violins will be exhibited at the 'LFJ Strings Expo,' a string instrument exhibition within La Folle Journée TOKYO, held at the Tokyo International Forum from May 3rd to 5th. This event allows anyone to freely try the instruments, providing an opportunity to experience violins developed from Stradivarius tonal analysis based on overtone research.

Event Overview Event Name: LFJ Strings Expo (La Folle Journée TOKYO 2026) Venue: Tokyo International Forum Hall B7 (3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) Dates: May 3 (Sun) – May 5 (Tue), 2026 Hours: May 3/4: 10:00-20:00, May 5: 10:00-19:00 Booth: No. 6 Macau OTS Violin

Performance Stage Violinist Ririko Takagi will give a special performance at the live event within the venue. Date & Time: May 5, 2026 (Tue) 11:45–12:15 Instrument: Macau Violin Joia Series This performance, held in the stage slot assigned to the exhibitor, will be a chance for visitors to hear a professional artist's live performance up close.

About Macau Violin Macau Violin has partnered with OTS LAB's overtone technology to tackle the analysis of the Stradivarius tone, something previously thought impossible. Through this research technology, they develop violins with a rich sound comparable to legendary instruments. Their goal is to provide the best sound at a price that many musicians can afford.

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Background of Exhibition Macau Violin's concept is to decode the secret of the world's most famous string instrument, the Stradivarius, and create a future where everyone can possess that sound, often called a treasure of humanity. This philosophy aligns with that of the founder of La Folle Journée: 'to develop a new audience for tomorrow's classical music by providing top-tier performances at low prices.' By utilizing the characteristics of this event, where anyone can participate, we want 'all musicians' to experience this overtone-rich violin.

Exhibition Highlights - Experience tones comparable to a Stradivarius through overtone research: The rich overtone sound stands out even in noisy places like event halls. - Comparison by resident performers: Visitors can enjoy performances and explanations by violinists at the booth. - Trial playing for everyone: Visitors can pick up the instruments and try them for themselves to experience the characteristics resulting from structural differences. - Experience sound differences through professional performance: The exhibit is designed for both players and listeners to enjoy.

Message to Visitors 'Instruments rich in overtones are treasures of humanity. A future everyone can enjoy.' Macau Violin aims for a future where more people can touch excellent sound. Please come and experience that sound at the venue.

Contact Information Macau Violin Japan General Agent: newhill.co Location: 987-5 Wago-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka Representative: Dai Niioka Email: info@skysonic.net