Mezzo-Forte Carbon Fiber Viola (Available In 15 And 16.5 Inch) Features:
• Warm and brilliant sound
• Excellent projection
• Comfortable Playability in higher positions
These violas are manufactured in Germany and set up in the Mezzoforte workshop by an experienced luthier. They are tested rigorously before being sold.
Making an instrument from carbon fibre has other advantages:
• They are not affected by climate changes such as humidity or temperature
• Carbon fibre is strong and stable
• They are striking in appearance
• Ideal for travelling and playing outside
People are surprised that a material other than wood can sound this great. Mezzo-forte carbon fibre violas have a sound that is warm and brilliant. The projection is impressive, and the playability makes higher positions very comfortable. This viola comes in two sizes, 15 inches and 16.5 inches. You can also choose between hybrid (which has a pick-up incorporated) and non-hybrid.
Mezzoforte began developing carbon fibre instruments in 2009 after having great success with their carbon fibre bows. This involved technical construction, moulding and experimenting with sound. After three years, they completed the development of the violin in late 2011, and the viola was completed in early 2012.
These violas are manufactured in Germany and set up in the Mezzoforte workshop by an experienced luthier. They are tested rigorously before being sold.
Each instrument has a certificate of authenticity and a unique serial number to make them easy to identify.
Making an instrument from carbon fibre has other advantages:
Specifications:
Mezzo-forte instruments have won awards in competitions against traditional wood instruments. In 2015, Mezzoforte's carbon fibre violin came first at the German musical instrument awards- the Deutscher Musikinstrumentpreis. The annual competition recognises excellence in a contemporary instrument made in Germany. The instruments were compared in blind tests to evaluate their sound quality and acoustic performance, and then a detailed examination of the craftsmanship and the ratio of price to performance. The beauty of this carbon fibre violin is its accessible price compared to the wooden violin that came second in these awards. The Guarneri replica made by highly decorated luthier Andreas Haensel was valued at $20,000 USD.
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This G Marcello Viola Outfit Includes the following:
* Rosin
* Good Standard Bow
* Good Standard Case
* Ebony Finger Board
* Ebony Pegs
Setup & Warranty: This instrument has been set up by Animato and a full-year warranty applies to all new instruments
We have here the Georg Tiefenbrunner 15.3" Viola made in Mittenwald, Germany about 1890. Tiefenbrunner remained true to his heritage in selecting the tone woods, specifically the medium-grained spruce for the top and closely flamed maple for the one-part back are both premium woods from the Karwendel Mountains.
This 14" French Viola is an Amati Copy dated around 1910. Nicola Amati was an Italian master luthier who came from a family of luthiers but was considered the famous luthier in their clan
Eastman Albert Nebel VA601 Viola Features:
• Antiqued spirit varnish
• Spruce top and maple back
• Ebony fingerboard, chinrest, and tuning pegs
We have here the Giuseppe Marcello Viola Outfit. The product features:
* European Timber
* Good Rosin
* Good Standard Bow
* Good Standard Case
Setup & Warranty: The instrument has been set up by Animato and a full year warranty applies to all new instruments.
Gliga Vasile Superior Viola Features:
• Specifications are similar to the “Gliga Vasile Pro" viola series
• Timbres are more seasoned and refined
• Highly skilled workmanship and varnishing techniques
• Made in the European tradition
For optimal sound and playability, a FREE professional set-up by the luthiers in Animato's onsite workshop is included in the price.
Gliga Vasile Superior Violas: Prices vary with sizes. Click on the size for the price.
Strad Replica 16 Inch Viola Features:
• Exceptional luthier workmanship - a beautifully crafted Stradivari Replica.
• The wood is aged naturally and hand-made with the best tonewoods and skilfully applied layers of oil varnish.
• It has been fitted with beautiful strings and a carefully selected hand-carved bridge.
• Even the discerning viola maker will have trouble seeing that this viola is not old!
• This viola comes with a new basic bow, basic case, and rosin - upgrades are available and recommended for this instrument.
Amati Mangenot (1901 – 1966) was a French luthier who learned his craft from his father, Paul Alexandre Mangenot.
