Amati 1625 Viola

I completed this viola as part of my Newark Degree, I used the Amati 1625 Viola as a basis, I made some changes to the original in order to make the viola more compatible with modern setup and repertoire. The ‘ff’ holes are redesigned in the Amati style to be a little bit larger, the arching high has been increased, and is styled slightly Brescian in character, in order to develop the sound of the instrument.

Back Length: 408mm
Upper Bout Width: 194mm
Middle Bout Width: 131mm
Lower Bout Width: 245mm

Photos by Bridgewood and Neitzert.