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Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Linea Macchi Viola 15,5''

Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona

Linea Macchi Viola 15,5''

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 584078
Model: Linea Macchi Viola 15,5''
Price: $13,189.00

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This Edgar Russ Linea Macchi is a serious instrument—a beautifully made viola with a truly Italian character. The sound is rich and focused, lending itself well to solo performance and orchestral work. It's built for the experienced player seeking a refined, expressive voice and exceptional build quality.

Product Description

  • Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Linea Macchi Viola 15
  • Viola
  • Instrument with excellent Italian sound
  • Size: 15.5" / 39.5 cm
  • Top made of Italian hazel spruce from the Val di Fiemme
  • jointed in two parts
  • Back made of flamed sycamore
  • jointed in two pieces
  • Sides and neck made from the same wood as the back
  • Fingerboard made of blackwood (by Josef Klier)
  • Bridge: Aubert De Luxe
  • Pegs made of blackwood by Bogaro & Clemente
  • Tailpiece made of blackwood by Bogaro & Clemente
  • Endpin in blackwood by Bogaro & Clemente
  • Ebony chinrest
  • side model
  • Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings
  • Spirit varnish
  • Italian style
  • slightly shaded red-brown
  • Includes certificate with photos and dimensions
  • Handmade in Cremona
PROS
  • • Exceptional Italian spruce top yields a warm, resonant, and complex tone.
  • • Hand-jointed woods demonstrate superior craftsmanship and structural integrity.
  • • Bogaro & Clemente fittings ensure precise tuning and a refined aesthetic.
  • • Spirit varnish allows the wood to breathe, enhancing the instrument's natural voice.
CONS
  • • The 15.5” size might be unwieldy for smaller players or those with shorter arms.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most musicians.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; excels in classical and traditional settings.

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Key Features

Size 15.5" / 39.5 cm
Top Wood Italian Hazel Spruce (Val di Fiemme)
Back & Sides Flamed Sycamore
Fingerboard Blackwood (Josef Klier)
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a similar tonal complexity to instruments from more established Cremonese houses, but with a slightly more modern responsiveness due to the spruce selection.
Josef Klier's blackwood fingerboard provides a subtly smoother playing experience and a slightly warmer tonal response compared to standard ebony.
A high-quality, padded viola case is essential for protection, and a French bow from a reputable maker would best match the instrument's quality.

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