A.M. Bilva, Florida 'Conte Vitale' 16.5" Viola 2024

A.M. Bilva

A.M. Bilva, Florida 'Conte Vitale' 16.5" Viola 2024

Name: A.M. Bilva, Florida 'Conte Vitale' 16.5" Viola 2024
Brand: A.M. Bilva
SKU: FS437
Price: 13900.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Fine American Viola

$13,900.00

SKU: FS437

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Extend the arm fully, parallel to the floor. Measure from the neck to the middle of the palm. Watch our demo video for more exact directions.

Sizing Chart

SIZE OF VIOLA	ARM MEASUREMENT	AGE OF STUDENT
12"	20.5" - 21.9”	7-9 YRS
13"	22” - 23.4”	9-11 YRS
14"	23.5” - 24.9”	11-14 YRS
15"	25" -25.9”	14+ YRS
15.5"	26" - 26.4”	14+ YRS
16"	26.5" - 26.9”	14+ YRS
16.5"	27”+	14+ YRS

Instructional Video

This sizing guide is intended to give you a good idea of what instrument size you or your student should look for. Please consider that this guide is based on our best estimates, but we always recommend that you consult with us, or your teacher before purchasing or renting.

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Call us at 800-595-0592 or send us an email at support@fiddlershop.com. An expert can answer your questions regarding the instruments and its accessories.

Review Videos

We are honored to feature this wonderful viola made right here at Fiddlershop by our very own Andrés Modesto Martinez Bilva. This viola was made entirely from start to finish with the unparalleled craftsmanship of our head luthier. It's rare that violin makers also excel in the set-up process, but we are fortunate to have a true master in our midst.

This viola has a wonderful tone; very clear with an inviting resonance. The instrument is a good weight, not too heavy, and is very comfortable to play.

Viola details:

Based on Andrea Guarneri "Conte Vitale" viola
Dark red brown with orange hues, Oil based Varnish
Aged Italian Spruce top
Bosnian Maple sides and back
Superior Despiau 3-Tree Bridge
Stradpet Titanium fine tuner
Nylon tailgut
Guarneri Chinrest
Boxwood Fittings
Thomastik Peter Infeld strings

Sale includes:

Instrument
Quality Oblong Case

This viola is backed by our standard warranty and return policy, so you can shop with confidence.

About The Maker

Andrés Martinez Bilva

Andrés is originally from Havana, Cuba, where he studied and worked with antique furniture restorations in 1995. In 2003, Andres attended Luthier school and, by 2010, was working as a professional Luthier. He also studied in Cremona, Italy, with various teachers. With over 20 years of experience in the fine woods industry and a fine eye for detail, he excels in setting up instruments, repairs, restorations, and making violins. Andres started working with us here at Fiddlershop in May of 2017 and has been an excellent resource for our local string community and our customers worldwide.