Scott Cao STA-950 Viola

Scott Cao STA-950 Viola

FREE GIFTS: STB-102 Bow ($45) and Scott Cao Oblong Foam Violin Case($90), plus Free Professional Setup — TOTAL GIFT VALUE: $135+
Your viola arrives protected, expertly adjusted, and ready for immediate performance — exactly as Scott Cao intends.

The Scott Cao STA-950 Viola is a refined, concert-quality instrument crafted with precision and care in the Morgan Hill Studio. As a faithful copy of a famous viola, it reflects the rich tradition and craftsmanship for which Scott Cao is globally celebrated. Built from Italian spruce and high-quality European maple, this instrument combines elegance and tonal brilliance, offering players both visual beauty and an inspiring sound palette.

Its tonal character is warm, resonant, and responsive, with a balanced projection that fills the room without sacrificing clarity. The Morgan Hill Studio finish enhances tonal depth and allows the wood to breathe, producing a rich, mature sound that continues to improve with play. This viola responds beautifully under the bow, ideal for expressive phrasing and dynamic performance.

Perfect for advancing students, conservatory musicians, and professional performers, the STA-950 stands out as a remarkable step-up model that delivers both artistry and performance at a professional level. Its combination of craftsmanship, tonal sophistication, and finish quality makes it one of the most admired violas in its class.

Key Features

• Handcrafted from Italian spruce top and European maple back & sides

• Finished in Morgan Hill Studio for enhanced tonal richness and projection

• Fitted with Indian ebony fingerboard and Hill-style boxwood fittings

• Professionally set up by Scott Cao Morgan Hill Studio for superior performance

• Includes STB-102 Bow ($45) and Scott Cao Oblong Foam Violin Case($90), plus Free Professional Setup — TOTAL GIFT VALUE: $135+

Specifications

Size: Available in multiple sizes
Top: Italian spruce
Back & Sides: High-quality European maple
Varnish: Hand-applied Morgan Hill finish
Fingerboard: Indian ebony
Tailpiece: Hill-style boxwood fittings
Strings: Professional-grade strings (upgradeable upon request)
Setup: Professionally adjusted and finished in Morgan Hill Studio
Included Accessories: STB-102 Bow ($45) and Scott Cao Oblong Foam Violin Case($90), plus Free Professional Setup — TOTAL GIFT VALUE: $135+