Stentor SR1551 Viola Conservat. 15,5"
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Stentor
SR1551 Viola Conservat. 15,5"
Product Info
Article Number:
363228
Brand:
Stentor
Model:
SR1551 Viola Conservat. 15,5"
Category:
Acoustic Violas
Price:
$449.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Stentor 1551 is a solid starter viola – a good foundation for students or casual players. The spruce top delivers a surprisingly clear voice, and the maple back adds warmth. It’s a well-rounded package that gets you playing quickly and affordably.
Product Description
- Stentor SR1551 Viola Conservatoire
- Viola
- Size: 15.5"
- Solid spruce top
- Solid
- beautifully flamed maple back
- Shellax lacquer
- Solid maple neck
- Ebony fingerboard (Diospyros crassiflora)
- Ebony pegs (Diospyros crassiflora)
- Chin rest made of hardwood
- Nylon strings
- Light metal tailpiece with 4 fine tuners
- Case and bow included
PROS
- • Solid spruce top offers a surprisingly bright, responsive tone.
- • Flamed maple back provides warmth and projection for a balanced sound.
- • Ebony fingerboard allows for clean intonation and a comfortable playing feel.
- • Included bow is serviceable for beginners and practice, a real bonus.
CONS
- • Shellac finish can be brittle and requires careful handling to avoid scratches.
- • The included bow lacks the responsiveness of a higher-quality pernambuco bow.
- • Nylon strings offer a softer tone, limiting suitability for some genres.
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Key Features
Size
15.5in
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid, beautifully flamed Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony (Diospyros crassiflora)
Bow Included
Yes, Light Metal
Case Included
Yes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the maple back contributes to decent projection, suitable for small groups, but it won’t fill a concert hall.
The ebony fingerboard is a nice touch for this price point, offering a smoother feel than cheaper alternatives, but lacks the polish of higher-end instruments.
Absolutely; swapping the nylon strings for steel or synthetic core strings will dramatically improve the tone and responsiveness.
