Leatherwood Bespoke Rosin is made in Australia, using ethically sourced pine rosins from various countries for bespoke blends, and premium leather and sustainably grown timber both from Australia for the artisanal wrap and housing. The entire Leatherwood production is focused on using natural materials in the most environmentally responsible ways. These rosins will generally last 2-5 years with intensive use. Founded by a professional violinist, crafted for discerning musicians, the performance results are truly bespoke.

The Bespoke Range - Viola Rosin

Leatherwood's special recipes and customized rosin blends enhance the sound and response of your instrument. By fine tuning the attack, clarity, traction, and texture of your rosin recipe, these recipes help you find the sound you are looking for, from crisp to supple.

Supple Blend  A warm and softer sound, consistent traction that feels velvety and rich; this recipe maintains a reliably sharp attack on the string. The supple blend generates a more powerful and focused sound from a softer and lighter bow with less "bite." Supple also enhances the sound of a deep/warm sounding instrument by making it sound more resonant. Supple can also "soften" an instrument which is too loud, bright, or one-dimensional in sound.

Crisp Blend  A decisive attack, firm traction, and crisp sautille; this recipe creates an undeniably forthright sound through a glassier texture. The crisp blend works well with an instrument with lots of resonance but is a little "woolly" in sound, offering it greater clarity and articulation. Crisp also assists bows or techniques that struggle to achieve a clear and articulate spiccato or sautille. Crisp can also assist small students or less expensive instruments by enhancing their sound to be brighter and sometimes louder; and beginning students find it easier to articulate with crisp.

Bespoke Blends

75% crisp - This bespoke recipe is the perfect blend for the soloist. It focuses on power, projection, and clarity, with a slightly thicker texture that will highlight warm resonances.

75% supple - If you love the warmth and depth of the supple blend, this recipe gives you added clarity and bite to the thicker texture.

50/50 - A perfect mix of both supple and crisp recipes, this rosin recipe will have a balanced texture and sound palette.