The Prestigioso Hand Crafted Viola - Various Sizes Available
The Prestigioso Hand-Crafted Viola is an outstanding choice for advancing and professional musicians, offering exceptional tonal depth, clarity, and projection. Hand-carved from high-quality tonewoods, this viola provides a rich and expressive sound, with the option to have the instrument’s setup adjusted to suit your personal tonal preferences.
Need assistance in choosing the right size? Click here to view our helpful guide on selecting the perfect instrument size.
The Prestigioso Hand-Crafted Viola is an outstanding choice for advancing and professional musicians, offering exceptional tonal depth, clarity, and projection. Hand-carved from high-quality tonewoods, this viola provides a rich and expressive sound, with the option to have the instrument’s setup adjusted to suit your personal tonal preferences.
Need assistance in choosing the right size? Click here to view our helpful guide on selecting the perfect instrument size.
The Prestigioso Hand-Crafted Viola is an outstanding choice for advancing and professional musicians, offering exceptional tonal depth, clarity, and projection. Hand-carved from high-quality tonewoods, this viola provides a rich and expressive sound, with the option to have the instrument’s setup adjusted to suit your personal tonal preferences.
Need assistance in choosing the right size? Click here to view our helpful guide on selecting the perfect instrument size.
Product Information
The Prestigioso Hand-Crafted Viola is a premium instrument, carefully constructed using top-grade tonewoods to deliver outstanding sound and playability. It features an A-grade spruce top with a fine, even grain, complemented by a beautifully flamed quarter-sawn maple back, neck, and ribs. The ebony fittings enhance durability and aesthetics, while the hand-applied antique varnish gives the instrument a refined and elegant finish.
This viola is designed to produce a full, resonant sound with excellent projection, making it well-suited for soloists, ensemble players, and orchestral musicians. A key feature of this model is the ability to adjust the setup to match your unique sound preferences, ensuring that you get the most out of your instrument. Our expert luthier will fine-tune the bridge, sound post, and string selection to help achieve the response and tonal qualities you desire.
With a professional setup and meticulous craftsmanship, the Prestigioso Viola provides a responsive playing experience and a beautifully expressive tone. An ideal investment for musicians seeking an instrument that meets their exacting standards.
Professional Set-Up
At Bridge Street Violins, we provide a professional setup that goes beyond the standard factory adjustments offered by most shops. Each viola is carefully inspected and adjusted by our expert luthier to ensure the best possible sound and playability. Depending on the instrument, this setup may include:
Peg adjustment
Fingerboard resurfacing (if necessary)
Top nut adjustment
Sound post and bridge fitting
String height adjustments
Tailored settings for enhanced playing comfort
This service ensures your viola is fully prepared for high-quality performance, offering a level of care that sets us apart from retailers who only provide a basic factory setup.
How Long Will My Order Take to Arrive?
We’re a small, family-run workshop with a big focus on quality. For all the details on our delivery times, shipping options and how we’re working to reduce our carbon footprint, see our Delivery Information page.
Postage Options
We offer the following delivery options:
Free Local Collection: You are welcome to collect your instrument free of charge from our workshop near Lincoln.
UK Delivery: We’ll dispatch your viola anywhere in the UK, with a postage charge applied at checkout.
EU Delivery: We are happy to arrange shipping within the EU, a postage charge will be applied at the checkout.
International Delivery: Worldwide shipping is available with some exceptions. Please get in touch for an individual quote.
Viola Care Tips
To keep your viola in excellent condition and ensure it maintains its best sound, we recommend the following care tips:
Storage: Store your viola in a cool, dry place. Avoid extreme temperatures and humidity, as these can affect the wood.
Cleaning: Wipe down your viola regularly with a soft cloth to remove dust and rosin build-up. Avoid touching the varnish with your fingers.
String Care: Check your strings for wear and replace them when necessary. Avoid over-tightening, as this can stress the instrument.
Bow Maintenance: Always loosen the bow hair after playing and re-hair the bow when needed to maintain smooth performance.
Customer Support
If you have any questions or need assistance before or after your purchase, our team is here to help. Whether it’s about delivery, setup, or care, feel free to contact us, and we'll be happy to assist.