Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S1 16,5"

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Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S1 16,5"

Scala Vilagio

Scuola Italiana Viola S1 16,5"

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 490118
Model: Scuola Italiana Viola S1 16,5"
Price: $2,134.00

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The Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S1 is a fantastic option for intermediate students and serious amateurs. Its responsive nature and warm tone make it a joy to play, and the German craftsmanship ensures a reliable and well-balanced instrument – a solid step up from beginner models.

Product Description

  • Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S1 16
  • Viola
  • Size: 16.5" (42 cm)
  • Stradivari model
  • Solid spruce top
  • Solid flamed maple back
  • Maple sides and neck
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Ebony tuning pegs
  • Ebony chinrest
  • Wittner tailpiece with fine tuners
  • Thomastik Dominant stringing
  • Despiau bridge
  • Easy response
  • Powerful
  • warm tone
  • Lightly shaded golden brown varnish
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a responsive, clear fundamental tone.
  • • Flamed maple back provides warmth and projection, characteristic of Italian violas.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience and excellent clarity.
  • • Despiau bridge contributes to enhanced tonal focus and responsiveness.
CONS
  • • The lightly shaded varnish, while attractive, might be too subtle for some players’ preference.
  • • While well-made, the overall build quality isn't quite at the level of a truly high-end, handcrafted instrument.
  • • The Thomastik Dominant strings are a good starting point but may be upgraded for a more personalized sound.

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Key Features

Size 16.5in (42 cm)
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Flamed Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a richer, more complex tone than many student violas, leaning towards a warmer, more Italian character than some German-made alternatives.
While Scala generally maintains good quality control, minor setup adjustments are common with any new instrument; a professional setup is always recommended to optimize playability.
This viola excels for players who appreciate a clear, focused tone with a warm undertone, suitable for classical music, chamber ensembles, and solo performance.

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