The VA200 Series Step-Up viola outfit demonstrates a commitment to quality with select, well-seasoned tonewoods and expert hand-craftsmanship. Each VA200 is entirely hand-crafted with ebony fingerboard plus boxwood pegs, tailpiece and chinrest, plus an attractive and durable hand-applied translucent amber spirit varnish. The quality of the VA200 viola offers the superior performance of a professional instrument, but at an affordable price.