Gewa Georg Walther Viola 15,5'' GB
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Gewa
Georg Walther Viola 15,5'' GB
Product Info
Article Number:
547548
Brand:
Gewa
Model:
Georg Walther Viola 15,5'' GB
Category:
Acoustic Violas
Price:
$1,923.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Gewa Georg Walther is a seriously solid viola, especially for intermediate to advanced players. The tonewood selection and careful calibration really shine, giving it a mature, focused sound. It’s a great step-up instrument for someone looking for a quality German-made viola without the ultra-high-end price tag.
Product Description
- Gewa Georg Walther Viola 15.5'' GB
- Concert Viola
- Size: 15.5'' / 39.5 cm
- Hand-selected
- well flamed back made of European maple
- Calibrated to best possible sound
- selected spruce top
- Fine
- exquisite European tonewoods
- Inlaid purfling
- Ebony fingerboard and pegs
- Wittner tailpiece with fine tuners
- Larsen strings
- Gold-brown natural resin varnish
- lightly shaded
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Exceptional European maple back exhibits striking, well-defined flame figuring.
- • Spruce top offers a responsive, clear tone with good projection.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, comfortable playing experience and excellent clarity.
- • Wittner fine tuners allow for precise intonation adjustments and ease of tuning.
CONS
- • The gold-brown varnish, while attractive, can be somewhat thick and potentially dampen the upper frequencies.
- • As a German-made instrument, it's premium-priced, representing a significant investment.
- • 15.5” size may feel a bit large for players with smaller hands or shorter arms.
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Key Features
Size
15.5'' / 39.5 cm
Top Wood
Selected Spruce
Back & Sides
European Maple (well-flamed)
Fingerboard
Ebony
Bow Included
No
Case Included
No
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Frequently Asked Questions
It leans towards a slightly warmer tone than some of the brighter, more overtly brilliant German models; it's a balanced and versatile sound.
Natural resin varnishes are generally softer than synthetic ones, so it will require more careful handling and occasional professional cleaning to maintain its appearance.
Gewa instruments are known for their solid construction; with proper care, this viola should provide years of reliable playing and retain its value well.
