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Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Linea Macchi Viola 16''

Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona

Linea Macchi Viola 16''

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 584084
Model: Linea Macchi Viola 16''
Price: $13,189.00

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This Edgar Russ Linea Macchi is a seriously beautiful viola, built in Cremona with top-tier materials. The tone is classic Italian—warm, resonant, and full of character—perfect for advanced students or seasoned professionals seeking a refined and expressive instrument. It's a significant investment, but the quality and craftsmanship truly shine.

Product Description

  • Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Linea Macchi Viola 16''
  • Viola
  • Instrument with excellent Italian sound
  • Size: 16" / 40.5 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 remarkably responsive and warm tone.
  • • Flamed sycamore back and sides contribute to rich, complex overtones.
  • • Bogaro & Clemente fittings ensure smooth, reliable tuning and elegant aesthetics.
  • • Josef Klier fingerboard offers a comfortable playing experience and excellent intonation.
CONS
  • • The 16” size may be unwieldy for players with smaller hands or shorter arms.
  • • Spirit varnish, while beautiful, can be more delicate and require careful maintenance.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most musicians.

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Key Features

Size 16" / 40.5 cm
Top Wood Italian hazel spruce from 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 possesses a traditional Cremonese warmth, but the Russ workshop’s voicing gives it a slightly more modern responsiveness and projection than some older examples.
Spirit varnish is softer than some modern finishes and requires careful handling to prevent scratches or wear, but it contributes to the instrument's beautiful aesthetic.
This is an instrument for serious students and professionals who appreciate fine craftsmanship and are committed to maintaining a high-end instrument.

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