Master viola with with "antiqued" varnish and specially selected wood. Beautiful medium satin, medium reddish-brown to golden-brown finish. Clear, big sound with fine quality, range and projection. When compared to European instruments selling at much higher prices, the value is evident. Only well-seasoned tonewoods are used. Medium gloss, medium-to-dark golden-brown finish. Boxwood fittings with Guarneri model chinrest, Aubert "Luxe" bridge, Pirastro Evah Pirazzi strings with Larsen A. Two-piece back.