Welcome to our viola shop, where choosing our exquisite violas can start your new musical journey. The high quality of our violas depends on our handmade crafting and setup. We select fine European maple and spruce woods. Our team has a wealth of experience in making, allowing the viola’s sound to be warmer and softer. We offer you premium beginner violas, intermediate violas, and professional violas.

Our instruments’ varnishes include German antique styles and French varnish styles. Each viola goes through professional setup to ensure it has the best sound and comfort before being shipped to you. By choosing our violas, you can enjoy free shipping, a 14-day return and exchange policy, and a lifetime warranty service. We provide you with better service here than at other stores.

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Professional Players Viola Italian Painted European Tonewood Signature Series Deluxe Set

$888.00
The viola is made with maple as the backboard and Russian fish scale spruce as the spruce, which fills it with unique tonal charm. Its uniqueness lies not only in the authentic Oxford tailpiece but also in the use of ebony fittings, giving the viola a captivating appearance and distinctive sound quality. Constructed with carefully selected maple backboard and Russian fish scale spruce spruce, which have undergone over 15 years of natural air-drying, ensuring stability and authentic tonal performance. The ebony fittings not only enhance visual appeal but also add a unique charm to the sound. Equipped with French pegs and steel strings, this viola excels not only in sound quality but also meets the demands of discerning professional musicians in terms of comfort and performance. Whether for solo or ensemble performances, this viola can showcase its unique charm and quality.

Luthiersviolin Dream Handmade Solid Wood Viola, Beginner Viola, 14-16.5 Size Deluxe Set

$5,555.00
This viola features Russian fish scale spruce, ensuring optimal sound quality, while the backboard is made of maple that has been naturally air-dried for over 15 years to ensure its durability and stability. The headstock and body are adorned with ebony fittings, showcasing a unique texture and exquisite craftsmanship. The French pegs add a touch of elegance to the instrument, making it not only outstanding in sound quality but also visually appealing. Equipped with resilient steel strings, it ensures clear and expressive tones, suitable for various musical styles. The spruce soundboard, made from Russian fish scale spruce, exhibits rich textures and acoustic properties, resulting in a warm and mellow tone for this viola. The meticulously crafted Oxford tailpiece further enhances the string vibrations, making it the preferred choice for professional performers.

Concert Viola Beginner 15 Inch 16 Inch Top Tone Wood Deluxe Viola Set

$555.00
This viola is crafted with Italian Flamed Maple as the backboard, ensuring over 15 years of natural air-drying for the wood's stability and superior sound quality. The headstock and body feature meticulously crafted ebony fittings, presenting exquisite textures and a unique aesthetic. Paired with French pegs, it not only delivers excellent sound performance but also boasts an appealing appearance. Equipped with durable steel strings, it guarantees clear and long-lasting tones. The spruce soundboard is made from Russian fish scale spruce, exhibiting rich textures and warm tones, making this viola suitable for various musical styles. It is complemented by an Oxford tailpiece made of maple, enhancing the string vibrations and providing performers with a more expressive playing space. This viola is a pursuit of perfect sound quality and exquisite appearance. Whether you are a professional musician or a music enthusiast, you will be captivated by its superior performance. This viola will become the best companion on your musical journey, offering exceptional playing experience and musical charm.

Slovak Beginner Advanced Viola Player Handmade 15 Inch 15.5 Inch 16 Inch

$555.00
This viola features a precious backboard made of rare Sichuan maple, showcasing unique wood grain. The backboard has been naturally air-dried for over 15 years to ensure stable and long-lasting sound quality. The scroll and sides are made of high-quality ebony, paired with ebony fittings, presenting an elegant appearance. The soundboard is crafted from Russian fish scale spruce, an excellent material that infuses the instrument with a bright and clear tone. This professional-grade viola is also equipped with steel strings, providing musicians with a wider range of tonal options. The French pegs guarantee the utmost musical expressiveness. The instrument's body is designed in the classic replica style, meticulously recreating the appearance and sound characteristics of legendary violins. Whether you are a professional musician or a music enthusiast, this viola is an excellent choice.

Advanced Beginner Viola Signature Series Full Size Solid Wood Handmade

$555.00
This violin is renowned for its pure sound quality and exquisite craftsmanship. The backboard is made of Sichuan maple, which has been naturally air-dried for over 15 years, resulting in a fuller and more saturated tone. This particular violin features ebony fittings with French pegs, providing excellent support for tone and expressiveness. The soundboard is made of Russian fish scale spruce, a rare and acoustically superior material that gives the violin outstanding resonance and clarity. Equipped with steel strings, it can meet diverse performance demands and provides musicians with more room for expression. With its well-designed construction and beautiful tone, it is an ideal choice for crafting captivating melodies and heartfelt performances.

Professional Player Viola Italian Antique Paint Handmade Deluxe Viola Set

$888.00
The 15.5-inch viola features a meticulously selected Bosnian maple wood for the back plate, while the top plate is made of high-quality materials from Switzerland. The pegs, fingerboard, and chinrest are all equipped with ebony fittings, adding stability and a unique taste to this viola. The choice of French Aubert bridge and Taiwanese D'Addario strings provides exceptional sound quality for this viola, and the installation of an acoustic tailpiece further enhances its tonal expressiveness. The appearance of the viola is also exquisitely crafted, coated with an Italian-style oil-based varnish, showcasing remarkable craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. This is one of the characteristics of this viola, reflecting the luthier's outstanding craftsmanship and production standards. This viola not only impresses with its appearance but also possesses outstanding characteristics in terms of sound quality and performance, making it suitable for professional performers and music enthusiasts with higher demands for sound quality. Whether on the concert stage or during personal practice, this viola will provide remarkable performance opportunities for the player.

Intermediate Player Viola High Performance Viola European Tonewood Beginner Step Up, Handmade Full Size

$555.00
This 16-inch viola (model 406) not only emphasizes quality in material selection but also showcases meticulous craftsmanship, demonstrating outstanding musical performance. The Czechoslovakian back plate provides excellent sound projection, allowing it to perform exceptionally well even in large-scale concert settings. The top plate, made from aged Swiss spruce, produces warm, bright tones with exceptional projection, making it suitable for playing a variety of musical styles, from classical to contemporary, and from solo performances to symphony orchestras. The ebony pegs, fingerboard, and chinrest provide stability to the instrument and give this viola a unique natural beauty. These ebony components not only contribute to the stability and sound performance of the strings but also add personality and refinement to the instrument's body. The use of Taiwanese strings, an acoustic tailpiece, French Aubert bridge codes, and semi-oil varnish in the selection of details highlights the manufacturer's exquisite attention to the instrument's construction. This viola is suitable for professional musicians and music enthusiasts, offering them an unparalleled musical experience and allowing them to fully showcase their musical talent and emotions. Choosing this viola is definitely the right decision!

Luthiersviolin Viola, Intermediate Player Hand Carved European Maple And Spruce, 14 Inches 15 Inches 16 Inches

$555.00
This 16-inch viola (Model 406) features meticulously selected Czechoslovakian maple wood for the back plate, showcasing deep tones and unique wood grain. The top plate is made of aged Swiss spruce, adding warmth and richness to the instrument's sound. The pegs, fingerboard, and chinrest are all made of natural ebony, greatly enhancing the stability and sustainability of the instrument. The strings, sourced from Taiwan, ensure excellent sound quality and musical expression. It is equipped with an acoustic tailpiece, further enhancing the clarity and sustain of the viola's sound. The French Aubert bridge codes and the meticulous application of semi-oil varnish showcase the luthier's exceptional craftsmanship, making it not only outstanding in sound quality but also visually exquisite. This 16-inch viola is not only a high-quality instrument with rich tones and warm sound quality but has also undergone meticulous craftsmanship in design and production. It is suitable for various music performances and high-level occasions. Whether you are a professional performer or a music enthusiast, you will be satisfied with the performance of this instrument.

Soloist Intermediate Viola, Upgrade Viola Handcrafted European Tonewood 14 Inch 15 Inch

$555.00
This 16-inch viola features a back plate made of Czechoslovakian wood, providing a solid and sustainable foundation for the instrument. The choice of back plate material is crucial for sound quality, and Czechoslovakian wood performs exceptionally well in this regard. The top plate is made of aged Swiss spruce, which gives the viola a warm and rich sound. Swiss spruce is known for its excellent tonal qualities, making it suitable for various musical styles and playing techniques. The pegs, fingerboard, and chinrest are all made of ebony, enhancing the natural beauty of the instrument and contributing to its balance and stability. These ebony components also help produce clear and resonant tones. The selection of Taiwanese strings further improves the sound quality of this viola. Details such as the acoustic tailpiece, French Aubert bridge codes, and semi-oil varnish showcase the pursuit of exquisite craftsmanship. This outstanding-sounding and visually beautiful viola is suitable for professional performers and music enthusiasts to play in various high-level musical settings. Choosing this viola will provide you with an exceptional musical experience.

Luthiersviolin Signature Series Viola, Professional Playing Grade Violas Handmade Carved Size 15 Inch 16 Inch 15.5 Inch

$888.00
This 16.5-inch viola features a carefully selected Bosnian material for the back plate, which is highly sought after in viola making for its excellent tone and texture. The top plate, on the other hand, is made of materials from Switzerland, giving the viola a unique sound. The pegs, fingerboard, and chinrest all utilize ebony fittings, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the viola. With the French Aubert bridge and Taiwanese D'Addario strings, these strings perform exceptionally well, providing the player with a wider range of expressive abilities and musical expression. The acoustic tailpiece is another important accessory that contributes to the sound projection and resonance of the instrument, further enhancing the playing experience. The construction quality and traditional craftsmanship of this viola are guaranteed. This 16.5-inch handcrafted viola offers outstanding material selection and exquisite craftsmanship, providing professional performers with a warm, rich tone and exceptional playing performance. It is an excellent choice!

FAQ

Information about the viola

The viola is larger than the violin and smaller than the cello.

The tuning of the viola is a perfect fifth, namely C, G, D, A.

The body length of the viola is between 39 centimeters and 42 centimeters.

The bow of the viola is heavier than that of the violin, weighing about 65-70 grams.

Introduction to the viola instruments for sale

Luthiersviolin studio offers a variety of rich viola models that can be selected according to beginner, intermediate, and professional levels. Our violas are best in every level. There are 3 main levels for violas in our Workshop below:

Beginner violas: Our best beginner viola sets, made from selected spruce and maple , set up professionally, easy for beginners to play and fall in love with playing. Perfectly suitable for beginners.

Intermediate violas: When your level has improved to intermediate, you have to choose a better viola, we use European selected maple and spruce for intermediate violas, through exquisite hand carving and tuning, possessing rich and warm tonal performance capabilities, providing better playing ability, and using more beautiful and soft varnish.

Professional violas: When you are already an experienced player, choose our professional violas, made from selected European maple and spruce, and dried for no less than 15 years. Carved and set for no less than 5 months. They have a wider resonance and richer timbre, providing players with better playing comfort and a quality playing experience.

Is viola or violin more difficult?

Some people think that the viola is larger than the violin and therefore more difficult because it is harder to remember the alto clef. However, viola music is usually not complicated, so it is relatively easy for beginners.

If you have previously played the violin, then the viola will not be difficult for you because it will be simpler for you as the playing techniques are almost identical.

Is it hard to learn viola?

No, if you have learned the violin, you will find that the viola is not more difficult than the violin. Learning the viola is not difficult, but because of its larger size and heavier weight, there will be some difficulties to overcome when starting to learn.

Is viola good for beginners?

Regardless of which instrument you learn, it is always very difficult at the beginning. As long as you are dedicated and continue to train, you will soon be able to overcome the difficulties and become proficient in playing. It is said that the viola is one of the easiest string instruments, so you should have even more confidence in learning the viola.