Stentor Student I 4/4 (38.1 cm)

An all-solid viola designed to evolve with the player

This viola focuses on traditional craftsmanship that is both understated and effective. Its all-solid construction allows it to fully benefit from the natural acoustic qualities of the woods, unlike an instrument made with laminated woods. The spruce top and carved maple back and ribs form an iconic combination in the world of bowed string instruments.

The choice of a medium brown varnish elegantly highlights the instrument’s lines, while the inlaid purfling adds a more refined visual finishing. This viola therefore provides a consistent setup for working on technical fundamentals, developing listening skills and gradually approaching more demanding repertoire.

An instrument suited to learning and regular practice

Thanks to its all-solid construction and pre-installed fittings, this viola is particularly well suited to a motivated student looking for a more expressive instrument than a standard student model. It can accompany an advanced beginner or intermediate player while working on scales, studies, orchestral parts and chamber music.

Its versatility makes it possible to explore the classical repertoire, traditional music, school or community ensembles, as well as contemporary arrangements. The tailpiece with four fine tuners simplifies precision adjustments, a valuable advantage during the first years of practice as well as frequent rehearsals.

The sound

The spruce top plays an essential role in the viola’s projection and responsiveness. This lightweight, resonant wood encourages a lively response, with a good ability to convey bowing nuances. It helps the instrument retain clarity in the attacks while supporting the viola’s natural singing quality.

The carved maple back and ribs contribute to the precision, definition and richness of the tone. Combined with a maple neck, this selection of woods provides a balanced response between warmth, presence and articulation. Over time, regular playing allows an all-solid viola to express itself more freely and reveal even more nuances.

The stained hardwood key provides a surface suited to left-hand positioning and intonation work. The pau rosa pegs contribute to tuning stability, while the composite tailpiece with four fine tuners allows each string to be adjusted with greater precision.

Technical specifications

Format	4/4	Fingerboard	Hardwood
Top	Spruce	Color	Brown

Type	fully solid acoustic viola	Tailpiece	composite
Back	carved maple	Fine tuners	4 fine tuners integrated into the tailpiece
Ribs	carved maple	Bow	Brazilwood
Neck	maple	Bow frog	ebony
Purfling	inlaid	Case	lightweight rectangular case
Finishing	medium brown varnish	Case color	blue/purple
Key	stained hardwood	Case storage	shoulder rest pocket, rosin compartment
Pegs	pau rosa	Carrying	backpack straps