Yamaha SVV 200 BR

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Yamaha SVV 200 BR

Yamaha

SVV 200 BR

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 228932
Brand: Yamaha
Model: SVV 200 BR
Price: $2,299.00

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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.

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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.

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