Karl Höfner Concert Viola Set 16"

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Karl Höfner Concert Viola Set 16"

Karl Höfner

Concert Viola Set 16"

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 464964
Model: Concert Viola Set 16"
Price: $1,923.90

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This Höfner Concert Viola is a solid entry point for intermediate players or students. The all-solid wood construction gives it a surprisingly mature tone for its price bracket, and the included bow and case make it a complete package. It’s a great option for those wanting a reliable, well-made instrument without premium-priced costs.

Product Description

  • Karl Höfner Concert Viola Set 16"
  • Viola Set
  • Comprises H68HV-VA Viola
  • H7 / 13-VA wooden bow and AS-90/165-VA shaped case
  • Size: 16"
  • Viola made completely of solid wood
  • Top: Solid spruce
  • Solid flamed maple back
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Ebony pegs
  • Hand-painted alcohol varnish
  • Wittner tailpiece
  • Thomastik Dominant stringing
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a warm, responsive acoustic tone
  • • Flamed maple back enhances projection and tonal complexity
  • • Ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, comfortable playing experience
  • • Included bow and case offer a complete, ready-to-play package
CONS
  • • The alcohol varnish can be prone to minor scuffs with regular use
  • • The included bow is serviceable but a serious player will likely upgrade
  • • 16in size might feel a bit large for younger or smaller players

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Key Features

Size 16in
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Flamed Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included Yes, wooden bow (H7 / 13-VA)
Case Included Yes, shaped case (AS-90/165-VA)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s genuinely flamed maple, not a veneer, which contributes to the instrument's tonal richness and visual appeal.
It offers a warmer, slightly darker tone than some brighter, more aggressively projected violas – a very balanced and pleasing voice overall.
It’s ideal for serious students and intermediate players who want a dependable instrument with good projection and a refined sound.

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