Sunday, January 25, 2009

Open Question: What are some good viola brands?

What are some good viola brands? I want to buy a good viola that has a great sound and will last a while, and maybe even a professional one, I have found some but i don't know if they are as good as they claim, here are the one I found, I would also appreciate if you could tell me the average cost for a really good viola, and if you could tell me a good place to order violas. I am also not sure about size, I am 13 and am 5' 3 if that helps. Thanks! (sorry pics wouldnt copy) Cecilio CVA-500 Handmade Ebony Fitted Viola Outfit - 16 Inches Cecilio violas are carefully hand carved. Each viola is meticulously graduated to exact specifications, ensuring a consistency of tone between individual pieces. The CVA-500 model features a hand carved solid spruce top and solid maple back and sides. It has a beautiful inlaid purfling satin antique finish and flamed back and sides. This is a complete set and comes with ebony pegs, chinrest, tailpiece and fingerboard. The ebony tailpiece has 4 fine nickel plated tuners which is found in very expensive violas. The brazilwood bow comes with ebony frog and unbleached genuine mongolian horsehair. The set also includes the following: Lightweight form fitting hard case with pockets and strap, extra set of Viola Strings, quality rosin cake and extra viola bridge. The included accessories retail for more than $65. This is the best viola you can find at this price. Guaranteed! $179 Crystalcello MA400 Ebony Full Size 16 inch Viola with Carrying Case Hand-carved solid Spruce top. Hand-carved solid Maple back, neck and sides. Warm Brown Finish. Inlaid purfling. Ebony Pegs and Fingerboard. Alloy tailpiece with 4 built-in fine tuners. Ebony frog, wood stick bow with genuine horsehair. Lightweight case with adjustable straps and music sheet bag. Rosin. Extra Set of String. Extra Viola Pitch Pipe. - $69 Brand New 16" Professional Grade Viola by Generic Brand Quality Construction Beautiful Hand-Carved Solid SELECT WOOD Maple Back & Sides Beautiful Hand-Carved Solid SELECT WOOD Spruce Top FREE Rosin Stick Included FREE Bridge Included FREE Set Of Strings Included Quality [Upgraded] Nylon Case Includes Pockets & Strap Quality Viola Strings With A Great Sound Comfortable & Sturdy Ebony Chin Rest Highest Quality Ebony Tailpiece Beautiful Hand-Rubbed Oil Finish Most Popular Model For Professionals - Including Teachers - $299 Lauren 16 Inch Viola with Case and Bow by Lauren This Lauren brand 16 inch Viola is ideal for the intermediate student! It is specially adjusted following rigid MENC specifications. Hand carved, graduated solid spruce top and solid maple back and sides. It has inlaid purfling and ebony fingerboard and pegs. Features maple bridge and hardwood chinrest. Viola has metal tailpiece with four string adjusters (fine tuners). Outfit includes wood bow with genuine horsehair, lightweight, nylon covered case with carrying strap, accessory pouch and rosin. Accessory colors/styles may vary. Buy with confidence as this product is protected by a warranty against any manufacturing defects. - $150 Doreli Model 89 Viola Outfit The Doreli Model 89 Viola Outfit gives you a viola with a solid spruce top, maple back and sides, and ebony trim. 4-tuner tailpiece. Comes factory set up. The Doreli Viola outfit comes with rosin, lightweight case, and horsehair/wood bow. - $150 Florea Recital II Viola Outfit The Florea Recital II Viola Outfit is a fine value for the budget-conscious beginning viola student. With genuine ebony pegs, hand-carved spruce top, maple back, sides, and neck; 4 fine tuners built in to the tailpiece; brazilwood bow with natural horsehair; lightweight case with backpack and shoulder straps. The rich sound of the Recital II Viola will amaze you. - $130 If these are all bad violas, please tell me where I can get good ones and order online and which ones 2 get

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