Holstein Traditional Medici Stradivarius Viola

Holstein Traditional violas are handcrafted in our select VSA award-winning workshop. These instruments are made from high quality European tonewoods; aged spruce for the top and aged maple for the back and ribs of the instruments. Our Holstein Traditional violas are made in various replicas; copies of instruments made by the old masters.

The quality and dimensions of the wood and varnish are copied from the original to achieve the same tonal qualities of the priceless Medici contralto which was part of a set of instruments, five in number, which were made by Stradivari in 1690 for Cosimo di Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany. The original has been described as “one of the finest of the ten existing examples of the maker, its preservation being as remarkable as the beauty of its appearance.”

The Setup

Every Holstein violin is setup and adjusted in our Florida workshop. The hand-carved bridge and soundpost are skillfully crafted to match each individual instrument. The setup is finished by installing quality fittings and strings. Every instrument is tested and adjusted to perfection, and goes through our famous 10-point inspection.

Viola Features

Varnish: Hand applied oil varnish
Fingerboard & Fittings: Ebony
Bridge: Hand-carved Holstein 3-Star Bridge
Strings: High quality synthetic core strings by Thomastik or Pirastro

Still not convinced?
You can request this violinon anIn-Home-Trial, or request a personal video.If you can’t decide between two models, we can record and send a comparison video for you to pick and choose. Chat with us, send us an email, or give us a call (800-595-0592) for a professional consultation.