My name is Jim Morgan. I'm a violin and stringed instrument maker in Columbia, SC. Here you can see examples of my work, current projects, and any available instruments. Use the contact form below if you're interested in one my instruments or just want to chat!
An A-style mandolin based on the early 1900's Gibson snakehead design, but with a modern scale and adjusted neck/body joint to place the bridge in a more ideal location. Red spruce top, sugar maple back and sides.
A new fiddle based on the PG Stradivarius form. Lightly flamed black cherry back and ribs, European spruce top.
A new fiddle based on the PG Stradivarius form. This is a personal model that combines features of a few different Stradivarius violins. Flamed American maple back, European spruce top.
The violin is based loosely on the "Titian" Stradivarius. It has a European spruce top, two piece European maple back, sides, and neck, ebony fingerboard and fittings. Finished with a golden amber oil varnish and ebony fittings.
This is a bit of an experimental mandolin, based on a Gibson snakehead with violin-style plates. Red spruce top with sugar maple back, sides, and neck. Rosewood fingerboard and bridge. Cast metal tailpiece. Red-brown spirit varnish finish.