Franz Sandner 902A Viola 15,5"

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Franz Sandner 902A Viola 15,5"

Franz Sandner

902A Viola 15,5"

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 464928
Model: 902A Viola 15,5"
Price: $1,615.90

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The Franz Sandner 902A is a surprisingly capable instrument for the price. It offers a good balance of projection and warmth, making it suitable for intermediate players or students looking to step up from a beginner viola. The solid wood construction is a significant plus, and the fine tuners are a real boon for maintaining accurate pitch.

Product Description

  • Franz Sandner 902A Viola 15
  • Viola Made Completely of Solid Wood
  • Size: 15.5"
  • Imitated antique style
  • Solid flamed maple back
  • Top: Solid spruce
  • Excellent craftsmanship
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Ebony pegs
  • Wittner fine tuning tailpiece
  • Pirastro Tonica stringing
  • Spirit lacquer
  • Beautiful antique-style paint
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top provides a responsive, clear, and projecting tone.
  • • Flamed maple back and sides contribute to a warm, mature resonance.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers excellent playability and precise intonation.
  • • Wittner fine tuners allow for incredibly accurate and stable tuning.
CONS
  • • Antique-style finish may not appeal to players preferring a modern aesthetic.
  • • 15.5in size can feel slightly unwieldy for smaller players or beginners.
  • • Spirit lacquer, while protective, can sometimes dampen the wood's natural vibrancy.

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Key Features

Size 15.5in
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Flamed Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

The antique styling is primarily cosmetic, achieved through paint and aging techniques. However, the thinner finish applied to achieve this look can subtly alter the instrument's resonance compared to a thicker, modern lacquer.
It holds its own well; you’ll find a similar tonal character to more premium-priced instruments from the region – a good balance of clarity and warmth, but perhaps lacking some of the complexity of truly high-end models.
I’d suggest a medium-warm rosin like Pirastro Olivin or Kaplan, as they will complement the viola’s tonal characteristics without being overly sticky or harsh.

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