David Burham
David Burham (Custom Violins - DBCV) makes electric violins and cellos for musicians desiring a handcrafted, personalized and lightweight instrument. He is willing to collaborate with musicians that have their own ideas and dreams about design.
Key characteristics of the David Burham Violin are weight, easy access to even the highest positions and a simple yet elegant style. At 1.2 pounds, the DBCV electric violin is one of the lightest violins on the market, making it relaxing to play, even for hours at a time. Though there are no shoulders on the DBCV instrument, an extension in the shape of the right upper bout of an acoustic instrument can be added.
The instruments features usually an L.R. Baggs or Barbera pick-up/transducer system.
The main principle behind the work of David Burham is the fact that each instrument is designed according to the specifications of the musician. David Burham makes for musicians whatever violin they desire (in 4, 5, 6 or 7 string models), based on the design they envision, using their choices of woods, fittings and final finishes on the instrument (lacquers, various oils, dyes and stains, or a combination of these finishes).