Gewa Georg Walther Viola 16,5'' GB

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Gewa Georg Walther Viola 16,5'' GB

Gewa

Georg Walther Viola 16,5'' GB

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Product Info

Article Number: 547550
Brand: Gewa
Model: Georg Walther Viola 16,5'' GB
Price: $1,923.90

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The Gewa Georg Walther is a solid, dependable instrument perfect for serious student to intermediate players or even a professional looking for a reliable workhorse. The tonewoods are well-chosen, and the build quality is consistent with Gewa’s reputation. It offers a good balance of projection and warmth without being overly bright or brittle.

Product Description

  • Gewa Georg Walther Viola 16
  • 5'' GB
  • Concert Viola
  • Size: 16.5" / 42.0 cm
  • Hand-selected
  • beautifully flamed European maple back
  • Selected spruce top with emphasis on tonal quality
  • Made from the finest
  • selected European tonewoods
  • Inlaid purfling
  • Fingerboard and tuning pegs: Ebony
  • Wittner fine-tuning tailpiece
  • Larsen Aurora strings
  • Lightly shaded
  • red-brown hand applied varnish made of natural resin varnish
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • European maple back delivers a warm, resonant, and mature tonal character.
  • • Selected spruce top offers excellent projection and responsiveness across the range.
  • • Ebony fingerboard and pegs provide stability and a smooth playing experience.
  • • Wittner fine tuners allow for precise intonation adjustments, crucial for concert work.
CONS
  • • The hand-applied varnish, while beautiful, can be slightly thick in the lower register.
  • • 16.5” size might feel a bit large for smaller players or those with shorter arms.
  • • Larsen Aurora strings, while good, are a starting point; an upgrade could further enhance the tone.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 16.5"
Top Wood Selected Spruce
Back & Sides European Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

It sits comfortably between a student-grade and a truly premium German viola; it's more refined than entry-level options but lacks the absolute complexity of the highest tier.
Like any hand-applied varnish, it requires careful handling; it's not as durable as a factory sprayed finish, so avoid excessive rubbing or harsh cleaning agents.
This viola is ideal for a dedicated student progressing beyond beginner instruments or a professional needing a reliable, consistent instrument for frequent performances.

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