GVC NICOLAS PAROLA AP10N VIOLA

GVC Nicolas Parola AP10N Viola

The GVC Nicolas Parola AP10N Viola is a handmade instrument that brings professional quality within reach of advancing players. Built from well-aged tonewoods, this viola features beautifully figured maple and fine-grained spruce tops that deliver both striking visual appeal and superior tonal depth. Every detail of its craftsmanship reflects meticulous lutherie—designed for musicians who demand precision, beauty, and reliability in one elegant instrument.

Sonically, the AP10N is celebrated for its rich, powerful tone and exceptional resonance. It projects confidently across performance spaces while maintaining warmth and clarity, making it perfect for both solo and ensemble performances. Over time, the carefully aged woods continue to open up, enhancing tonal color and responsiveness with every hour of play.

Ideal for intermediate to advanced violists, the Nicolas Parola AP10N stands out as a professional-grade instrument at an excellent value. Its superb tone, refined craftsmanship, and effortless playability make it a trusted companion for serious students, teachers, and performers seeking a viola that grows with their artistry.

Key Features

• Handmade from select, well-aged tonewoods

• Finished with a warm, refined varnish that enhances grain and resonance

• Fitted with premium ebony fingerboard and pegs

• Equipped with quality strings for balanced tone and response

• Beautifully figured maple back and sides

• Rich, powerful tone with excellent playability and projection

Specifications

Size: 15.5"–16.5" (available in multiple sizes)
Top: Fine-grained spruce
Back & Sides: Beautifully figured maple
Varnish: Warm, hand-applied finish
Fingerboard: Premium ebony
Tailpiece: Ebony with integrated fine tuners
Strings: High-quality synthetic-core strings (upgrade options available)
Setup: Professionally adjusted for optimal tone and comfort