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Scott Cao STV-850 Scarampella 1890 2-Piece Back Violin - 4/4
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Available now at Haggerty’s Music, the Scott Cao STV-850 Scarampella 1890 2-Piece Back Violin represents the culmination of decades of craftsmanship, research, and tonal refinement. Inspired by the celebrated instruments of Stefano Scarampella, one of Italy’s most revered late-19th-century violin makers, this model captures the bold voice, expressive character, and elegant artistry that have made Scarampella violins highly sought after by professional musicians around the world. Built by the top makers of the renowned Scott Cao Workshop in Guangzhou, the STV-850 stands among the finest workshop violins available today.
Crafted from first-grade Italian spruce and carefully aged Bosnian maple, this violin combines premium materials with exceptional attention to detail. The two-piece Bosnian maple back displays beautiful figure and contributes to the instrument’s impressive projection and tonal depth, while the Italian spruce top provides clarity, responsiveness, and dynamic range. Finished with a meticulously hand-applied varnish, the instrument possesses the visual warmth and sophistication often associated with much older Italian instruments.
The STV-850 is designed for serious players who require a violin capable of meeting the demands of advanced study, teaching, orchestral performance, chamber music, and solo repertoire. Its rich tonal palette offers warmth, complexity, and remarkable carrying power, while its quick response rewards both delicate nuance and powerful bowing. Professionally adjusted by the Scott Cao Workshop before leaving the bench, each instrument arrives performance-ready with excellent balance, playability, and tonal consistency. Combining boutique-level craftsmanship, premium tonewoods, and concert-quality sound, the Scott Cao STV-850 Scarampella 1890 model is an outstanding choice for musicians seeking an heirloom-quality violin at an exceptional value.
Features / Specs
Highlights
- Series: Scott Cao STV-850 Master Workshop Series
- Model: Scarampella 1890 Copy
- Size: 4/4 Full Size
Body
- Top Material: First-Grade Italian Spruce
- Back Material: 2-Piece Bosnian Maple
- Sides/Ribs Material: Bosnian Maple
- Body Finish: Hand-Applied Antiqued Varnish
- Body Style: Traditional Violin
- Purfling: Hand-Inlaid
- Arching: Scarampella 1890 Pattern
Neck
- Neck Material: Bosnian Maple
- Neck Finish: Hand-Applied Varnish
- Fingerboard Material: Indian Ebony
- Position Markers: None
- Scale Length: Standard 4/4 Violin Scale
- Nut Material: Ebony
- Neck Profile: Traditional Violin Profile
Hardware
- Bridge: Professional Workshop-Fitted Maple Bridge
- Tailpiece: Hill-Style Ebony
- Chin Rest: Hill-Style Ebony
- Tuning Machines: Ebony Friction Pegs
- Pegs: Hill-Style Ebony
- End Button: Ebony
- Fingerboard: Indian Ebony
- Fine Tuners: As Installed by Workshop Setup
Setup
- Strings: Professional Performance Strings
- Soundpost: Professionally Fitted
- Bridge Adjustment: Workshop Adjusted
- Setup Location: Scott Cao Workshop, Guangzhou
Miscellaneous
- Tonewoods: 10-Year Aged Bosnian Maple and Italian Spruce
- Recommended For: Advanced Students, Teachers, Professional Musicians
- Workshop: Scott Cao Guangzhou Workshop
STV850-SCAR-404
Scott Cao STV-850 Scarampella 1890 2-Piece Back Violin - 4/4
$2,400.00
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you set up every guitar before it ships?
Yes. Every guitar that leaves our store has been professionally inspected, set up, and signed off by the technician who worked on it. You will find a signed checklist inside the box when your order arrives.
How accurate are your condition descriptions?
We treat condition grading as a contractual promise, not an approximation. When we list something as excellent, that reflects a specific, consistent standard we apply across every instrument. We encourage you to call us before purchasing if you want a detailed in-hand description of any specific guitar.
Can I call and speak to someone about a guitar before I buy?
Yes, and we encourage it. Our team are working musicians, not order-takers. Call us at 605-348-6737 and ask about any instrument in our inventory. We will physically pull it off the wall and describe it to you in detail.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 14-day return policy if you change your mind and the item is returned undamaged. You are responsible for return shipping costs.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available at checkout. Monthly payment options are designed to make high-ticket purchases more accessible without requiring full payment upfront.
How do you ship instruments?
Every instrument ships fully insured from our store in Rapid City, South Dakota. We offer free shipping on all website orders over $100. Guitars are packaged to survive transit, properly cased, braced, and protected.
Are you an authorized dealer?
Yes. We are an authorized dealer for Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, and many other brands. We are currently the number one independent Taylor Guitars dealer in the world, an award we have received two years running for 2024 and 2025. We are also a Top 10 premium dealer for Martin, Gibson, and Fender.
Do you sell on Reverb and Amazon as well as your own site?
Yes. We are one of the top 15 resellers globally on Reverb, where we have accumulated over 11,000 five-star reviews. We are also one of the only independent premium dealers in the world authorized to sell Taylor and Martin on Amazon.
How long have you been in business?
Haggerty's Music has been open since 1963. Our store is located at 515 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, South Dakota.
Do you offer instrument repair?
Yes. Our certified technicians handle everything from routine setups to full restorations across fretted, orchestral, and band instruments. Our team holds certifications from Taylor Guitars, Yamaha, and other leading brands. Learn more HERE.
What brands do you carry?
Our core guitar brands include Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Epiphone, Suhr, Eastman, Gretsch, Luxxtone, Novo, Jackson, Charvel, Legator, and Yamaha among others. These are also the most searched brands on our site, so each has a dedicated collection page.
Do you offer music lessons?
Yes. We offer music lessons. You can find out more HERE.
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