Yamaha VA5S Viola - Solid Spruce & Maple Construction | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
Introduction
The Yamaha VA5S viola delivers exceptional warm sound and tonal quality, featuring the same excellent craftsmanship as Yamaha's renowned V5 violins. Hand-sculpted using traditional methods and premium solid woods, this Stradivarius-influenced instrument offers outstanding value for beginning to intermediate students. Each viola is individually hand-finished by skilled craftspeople to inspire musical development with professional-grade sound characteristics.
Product Overview
This Yamaha viola features solid wood construction with a spruce top and maple back and sides, providing rich, resonant tones that surpass typical student instruments. The beautifully hand-brushed body receives a premium oil varnish finish that enhances both appearance and acoustic properties while showcasing the natural wood grain.
The maple neck supports an ebony fingerboard offering superior playing response and resistance to moisture damage, ensuring long-term reliability for developing musicians. Rosewood pegs and chinrest add both aesthetic appeal and functional durability to the instrument's design.
High-quality Wittner "Ultra" components elevate this student model to performance-level standards, featuring four fine tuners integrated into the tailpiece for precise intonation adjustments. The instrument comes pre-strung with D'Addario Prelude strings, delivering brilliant sound quality right out of the case.
Ideal For
- Beginning viola students seeking a quality instrument that will support long-term musical development
- School orchestra programs requiring durable, reliable instruments with consistent sound qualities
- Intermediate players advancing their technique on a responsive, well-crafted instrument
- Music educators looking for exceptional student instruments with professional-grade components
- Orchestra members wanting a backup instrument with dependable intonation and projection
Key Features
Hand-Crafted Solid Wood Construction
The Stradivarius-influenced body features solid spruce top with solid maple back and sides, hand-sculpted and individually finished using traditional luthier methods. This premium construction produces warmer, more complex tones than typical student instruments.
Professional-Grade Components
The VA5S comes equipped with a Wittner "Ultra" tailpiece featuring four integrated fine tuners, allowing precise string adjustment for perfect intonation. The ebony fingerboard and rosewood fittings provide durability and playing comfort superior to student-level alternatives.
Premium Oil Varnish Finish
The hand-brushed oil varnish enhances the natural beauty of the wood while allowing optimal vibration and resonance throughout the instrument body, resulting in fuller projection and richer tonal qualities.
Complete Performance Package
This viola comes as a complete ready-to-play package including a quality Brazilwood bow, Piranito rosin, and a shaped hard case designed to protect the instrument during transport to lessons, rehearsals, and performances.
What's Included
- Yamaha VA5S 15.5" viola
- Brazilian wood bow
- Piranito rosin
- Shaped hard case
- Free standard shipping
- Manufacturer's warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Stradivarius-influenced viola |
| Size | 15.5" |
| Body Construction | Solid spruce top, solid maple back and sides |
| Neck | Maple |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Finish | Hand-brushed oil varnish |
| Pegs | Rosewood |
| Chinrest | Rosewood |
| Tailpiece | Wittner "Ultra" with 4 integrated fine tuners |
| Bridge | Yamaha Original |
| Strings | D'Addario Prelude |
| Included Accessories | Brazilwood bow, Piranito rosin, shaped hard case |
Experience This Premium Student Viola Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to try the exceptional Yamaha VA5S viola in person. Our knowledgeable staff can help you experience the warm, rich tones and responsive playability that make this instrument an outstanding choice for developing musicians. Contact us today to schedule a hands-on demonstration of this quality viola.
