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Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Scala Perfetta Viola 16"

Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona

Scala Perfetta Viola 16"

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 584074
Model: Scala Perfetta Viola 16"
Price: $5,478.00

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This Edgar Russ Scala Perfetta is a seriously beautiful viola. The combination of spruce and flamed sycamore delivers a warm, rich tone that's remarkably responsive, and the Evah Pirazzi strings just sing. It's ideal for the advanced student or professional seeking a traditional Italian sound without the absolute top-tier price tag of a fully Cremonese-made instrument.

Product Description

  • Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Scala Perfetta Viola 16"
  • Viola
  • Size: 16" / 40.5 cm
  • Instrument with excellent Italian sound
  • Spruce top jointed from two pieces
  • Back made of flamed sycamore
  • jointed from two pieces
  • Sides and neck also made from flamed sycamore
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Aubert bridge
  • Boxwood tuning pegs
  • Tailpiece made of boxwood with one fine tuner
  • Boxwood endpin
  • Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings
  • Spirit varnish
  • Italian style
  • slightly shaded red-brown
  • Includes certificate with photos and dimensions
  • Made in Europe and reworked
  • varnished and made ready to play at the workshop of Edgar Russ in Cremona
PROS
  • • Aubert bridge and Evah Pirazzi strings deliver a refined and powerful playing experience.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, placing it out of reach for many student or intermediate players.

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Key Features

Size 16" / 40.5 cm
Top Wood Spruce (two-piece)
Back & Sides Flamed Sycamore (two-piece)
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures the essence of the Cremonese sound but doesn’t quite match the historical depth; expect a modern responsiveness and clarity.
It suggests modifications or adjustments made at the Edgar Russ workshop, which can be a sign of refinement, but a follow-up inspection by a qualified luthier is always wise.
Spirit varnish is relatively delicate, requiring careful handling; it will likely darken and develop character with age and use, similar to antique instruments.

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