Stentor SR1866 Messina Viola 15,5"
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Stentor
SR1866 Messina Viola 15,5"
Product Info
Article Number:
613377
Brand:
Stentor
Model:
SR1866 Messina Viola 15,5"
Category:
Acoustic Violas
Price:
$845.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Stentor Messina is a fantastic entry point into solid-wood violas. The solid spruce top gives it a mature sound, and the flamed maple back adds some lovely warmth. It's a really well-built instrument, ideal for intermediate students or adult beginners who want a step up from a composite instrument.
Product Description
- Stentor SR1866 Messina Viola 15.5"
- Solid Viola
- Size: 15.5"
- Handmade
- Finished in England
- Solid spruce top
- Solid maple sides
- Flamed solid maple back
- Traditional shellac varnish
- Solid maple neck
- Ebony fingerboard
- High-quality ebony pegs
- Inlaid purfling
- Chinrest
- Strung with Pirastro strings
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly warm, resonant tone.
- • Handmade in England ensures a higher level of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- • Flamed maple back provides excellent tonal projection and responsiveness.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience and clear intonation.
CONS
- • Shellac varnish can be susceptible to humidity and require occasional maintenance.
- • The included bow, while functional, is a basic model and may be upgraded later.
- • 15.5’ size may feel slightly large for younger or smaller players.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
15.5 in
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Bow Included
Yes
Case Included
No
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the back is made of flamed solid maple – not a veneer, which contributes to its tonal complexity and visual appeal.
The Messina offers a significantly richer, more complex tone with more sustain and projection compared to the composite models, due to the solid wood construction.
The shellac finish benefits from occasional polishing with a soft cloth and may need re-sealing in humid environments to prevent stickiness.
