Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S2 16,5"

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Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S2 16,5"

Scala Vilagio

Scuola Italiana Viola S2 16,5"

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 569066
Model: Scuola Italiana Viola S2 16,5"
Price: $4,169.00

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The Scala Vilagio S2 is a seriously well-made student-level viola, clearly built with quality materials. It's a great choice for intermediate players or serious students looking for a solid foundation and a warm, focused tone – the German craftsmanship really shines through. It’s a step up from basic student instruments, offering a more refined experience.

Product Description

  • Scala Vilagio Scuola Italiana Viola S2 16.5"
  • Orchestra Viola
  • Model Stradivari
  • Size: 16.5" x 42 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
  • Strings: Thomastik Dominant
  • Easy response
  • Powerful warm tone
  • Antique finish in the style of old violas
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a clear, responsive, and projecting sound.
  • • Flamed maple back provides warmth and complexity to the tone.
  • • Despiau bridge enhances tonal clarity and responsiveness under the bow.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience and excellent intonation.
CONS
  • • Antique finish, while aesthetically pleasing, may obscure the wood's natural beauty.
  • • Thomastik Dominant strings are decent, but a tonal upgrade is likely desired.
  • • 16.5” size might feel unwieldy for younger or smaller players.

Product Video

Key Features

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

The S2 stands out with its solid maple back and Despiau bridge, offering a richer tone than many comparable models with laminated backs.
It's primarily cosmetic, but the application process can subtly influence the wood's vibration; the effect is minimal, though.
It's ideal for intermediate to advanced students, or adult learners who have developed some bowing technique and require a more responsive instrument.

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