Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S2 15,5"

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Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S2 15,5"

Scala Vilagio

Scuola Italiana Viola S2 15,5"

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 569061
Model: Scuola Italiana Viola S2 15,5"
Price: $4,169.00

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The Scala Vilagio S2 is a really solid student-level viola, especially for those starting to explore more serious playing. The tone is warm and responsive, and the German craftsmanship is evident in the build quality – it’s a great stepping stone before investing in a truly high-end instrument. Ideal for intermediate students or ensemble players seeking a dependable and resonant viola.

Product Description

  • Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S2 15.5"
  • Orchestra Viola
  • Model Stradivari
  • Size: 15.5" x 39.5 cm
  • Solid spruce top
  • Beautifully flamed solid maple back
  • Maple sides and maple neck
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Ebony pegs and ebony chinrest
  • Ebony tailpiece with one fine tuner
  • Despiau bridge
  • Thomastik Dominant strings
  • Easy response
  • Powerful warm tone
  • Antique finish in the style of old violas
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top provides excellent projection and clarity.
  • • Flamed maple back offers rich, warm tonal resonance.
  • • Ebony fingerboard ensures smooth playability and precise intonation.
  • • Despiau bridge contributes to focused and powerful sound output.
CONS
  • • Antique finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might mask subtle tonal nuances.
  • • 15.5” size may be slightly large for younger or smaller players.
  • • Scala instruments, while well-regarded, don’t always achieve the top-tier resale value of Cremonese makers.

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Key Features

Size 15.5"
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures aspects of the classic Italian sound, but lacks the complex aging and subtle tonal characteristics of centuries-old instruments. It's a good approximation at a significantly more accessible price point.
It's primarily cosmetic, but darker finishes can subtly dampen high frequencies. The overall effect is a visually appealing antique appearance without severely impacting the tonal projection.
This viola is well-suited for intermediate to advanced students or amateur players who want a quality instrument without the premium price tag of a master luthier's work.

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