Queshan Violins Sourcing Cluster in Zhumadian, Henan

How big is the Queshan Violins cluster?

Recognised by the China Musical Instrument Association as a violin production base. The cluster has 144 violin-making and supporting companies and 2,600+ workers, making about 400,000 violins a year with full-chain output over RMB 600 million. Mid- to high-end handmade violins hold over 80% of the national market, shipping to 30+ countries including the US, Italy, France and Germany.

How to buy here

Start at the core market above, compare at least three stalls or factories for the same item, and ask for the export price (FOB) in writing before you discuss payment terms. On 1688, the Chinese wholesale platform most of these factories list on, search with these Chinese terms:

提琴 · 提琴之乡 · 确山小提琴 · 竹沟提琴

We do not list factory names or phone numbers on this page: factories change sales staff often, and a stale contact is worse than none. If you want three verified factories with real contacts and quotes, see the factory list package ($299).

Where do I buy violins wholesale in China?

Go to Queshan Violins in Zhumadian, Henan. The place to start is Queshan Violin Industrial Park (Zhugou Town violin workshop cluster). The cluster is best for mid- to high-end handmade violins and string instruments. Recognised by the China Musical Instrument Association as a violin production base. The cluster has 144 violin-making and supporting companies and 2,600+ workers, making about 400,000 violins a year with full-chain output over RMB 600 million. Mid- to high-end handmade violins hold over 80% of the national market, shipping to 30+ countries including the US, Italy, France and Germany.

Can I visit the Queshan Violins cluster in person?

Yes. The core market is Queshan Violin Industrial Park (Zhugou Town violin workshop cluster), in Zhugou Town, Queshan County, Zhumadian, Henan. Most buyers walk the market first, shortlist two or three factories, then visit them the same day. If you want a local guide, our accompanied factory visits start at $199 a day, message us on WhatsApp and we will confirm dates before you book flights.

How do I check a factory in Zhumadian before I order?

Ask for a video call inside the factory, a business licence, and export records, then get an independent check. Our remote verification ($99 per factory) covers a live video walkthrough, licence and export-record checks, and a written brief in English. For larger orders, on-site inspection starts at $349. Message us on WhatsApp with the factory name and we will quote.