mezzo-forte Hybrid Viola 16.5" – The Sonic Powerhouse.
Massive Tone. Zero Weight. Stage Ready.
This viola is a statement. It combines the immense acoustic volume of a 16.5-inch scale with the modern freedom of "Plug & Play." For violists who are just as at home in the orchestra pit as they are on a festival stage, there is no more versatile instrument.
1. The Foundation: Volume without the Drag
If you play a 16.5-inch (approx. 42 cm) viola, you are looking for volume. The C-string on this instrument is an experience – deep, growling, and resonant. However, unlike large wooden violas which are often heavy and unbalanced, the mezzo-forte Hybrid feels featherlight. Produce the "Big Sound" without the physical strain.
2. The Tech: ANS (Absolute Natural Sound)
The Hybrid system ends compromises in amplification. Forget external microphones that cause feedback, or clamp-on pickups that dampen the bridge.
- Integrated Solution: The jack socket is firmly and unobtrusively built into the rib. No cables get in your way.
- Passive System: No batteries required. Maintenance-free reliability.
- The Sound: The signal is warm and woody. It sounds like a viola, not like an "electric violin." Crucially, the acoustic (unplugged) sound is 100% unaffected by the installation.
3. Unmatched Versatility
This instrument is a chameleon. Acoustically, it fills the room; amplified, it cuts through drums and guitars.
- For Crossover & Loop Stations: The direct response of carbon fiber ensures that effects (Reverb, Delay, Distortion) track cleanly and precisely.
- For Classical: Choose the "Orchestra Line" (wood imitation), and you have a visually traditional viola with the hidden superpower of amplification.
Technical Highlights
- Body: 100% Carbon Fiber, 16.5 inches (approx. 42 cm).
- Handling: Ergonomic neck transition, anti-slip rib grooves for the shoulder rest.
- Strings: D'Addario Helicore (the industry standard for hybrid instruments).
- Setup: Despiaux Bridge (Upgrade to Milo Stamm Royal available).
- Options: Also available as a 5-String (a dream for improvisation).
Warranty: We trust our construction. You receive a full 5-year warranty on the body and neck.
