Yamaha SVV 200 BR
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Yamaha
SVV 200 BR
Product Info
Article Number:
228932
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
SVV 200 BR
Category:
Electric Violins and Violas
Price:
$2,299.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SVV 200 BR is a thoughtfully designed electric viola that bridges the gap between traditional and modern playing. It’s a fantastic option for students, studio musicians, or anyone needing a reliable, stage-ready viola with silent practice capabilities. Yamaha’s consistently excellent build quality shines through here, making it a premium-priced but worthwhile investment.
Product Description
- Yamaha SVV 200 BR
- E-Viola
- With 16" Scale
- With active electronics and piezo-ceramic pickup system
- Headphone output
- Including headphones and 9V battery
- Line Out
- Colour: Brown
PROS
- • Yamaha’s solid build quality ensures reliable performance for years.
- • Piezo pickups deliver a surprisingly warm, natural acoustic viola tone.
- • 16-inch scale provides comfortable playing feel, closer to a cello.
- • Headphone output allows for silent practice, crucial for apartment living.
CONS
- • Brown finish, while attractive, may not appeal to all performers.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to more complex acoustic-electric setups.
- • Piezo pickups, while good, lack the nuance of magnetic or condenser mics.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Electric Viola
Strings
Steel Core, Synthetic
Pickups
Piezo-Ceramic
Connections
Line Out, Headphone Output
Body Material
Maple/Spruce (likely laminate)
Weight
Approximately 6.6 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It captures the core acoustic character well, but lacks the complex overtones and resonance of a high-end acoustic – the piezo pickups offer a clean, focused sound.
The slightly longer scale offers a more familiar feel for cello players or those with larger hands, generally making it easier to manage.
Absolutely, the Line Out allows you to connect to a preamp, amp, or effects chain to further shape the viola’s sound.
