Karl Höfner Concert Viola Set 16"
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Karl Höfner
Concert Viola Set 16"
Product Info
Article Number:
464964
Brand:
Karl Höfner
Model:
Concert Viola Set 16"
Category:
Acoustic Violas
Price:
$1,923.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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
Product Video
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.
