{"product_id":"scott-cao-sta-750e-stradivari-viola-15-5","title":"Scott Cao STA-750E Stradivari Viola - 15.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-YOU ARE VIEWING PHOTOS OF THE ACTUAL VIOLA BEING SOLD!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis brand new\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Scott Cao \u003c\/span\u003ewill ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy risk free with our 14 day - full refund, less shipping, return policy. Check out our shop policies for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eInspired by one of the most celebrated viola designs in history, the Scott Cao STA-750E Stradivari Viola channels the elegance and balance of a classic Antonio Stradivari instrument into a beautifully crafted modern build. Its 15.5” body offers a comfortable feel with a rich, resonant voice that responds effortlessly to both expressive solo playing and ensemble work. From the graceful arching to the traditional varnish finish, this viola carries the timeless character players expect from a Stradivari-inspired design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA carefully selected European spruce top pairs with figured maple back and sides to create a tone that is warm, focused, and deeply musical. 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