Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-170-VA Viola Set 14"
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Alfred Stingl by Höfner
AS-170-VA Viola Set 14"
Product Info
Article Number:
547459
Brand:
Alfred Stingl by Höfner
Model:
AS-170-VA Viola Set 14"
Category:
Acoustic Violas
Price:
$603.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Alfred Stingl is a great entry point for serious students or intermediate players. The all-solid construction provides a surprisingly mature tone for its price range, and the included accessories make it a complete package. It’s a solid, reliable instrument that’ll grow with your skill.
Product Description
- Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-170-VA Viola Set 14"
- Viola Set
- Size: 14"
- Full solid viola
- Lightly flamed
- Gold-brown spirit hand varnish
- Ebony fingerboard
- chinrest and pegs
- Fine tuning tailpiece
- Thomastik Alphayue strings and Despiau bridge
- Incl. carbon bow with ebony frog and hard foam moulded case
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly resonant and warm tone.
- • Ebony fingerboard and pegs offer excellent playability and stability.
- • The included carbon fiber bow provides consistent response and durability.
- • Moulded case offers robust protection during transport and storage.
CONS
- • The spirit varnish, while attractive, can be a bit thick, potentially dampening high frequencies.
- • The Thomastik Alphayue strings are good, but a more experienced player might upgrade them quickly.
- • The carbon bow, while functional, won't match the feel of a higher-end pernambuco bow.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
14"
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Bow Included
Yes, carbon fiber with ebony frog
Case Included
Yes, hard foam moulded case
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's surprisingly full and warm, often exceeding what you'd expect from a similarly priced instrument, especially due to the solid spruce top.
Spirit varnish is more delicate than oil varnish; careful handling and proper humidity control are recommended to prevent cracking.
It's ideal for intermediate players seeking an upgrade from a beginner instrument, or for students committed to serious study.
