The Scott Cao SCA35E viola is easy to play with a warm, balanced tone. It is the ideal choice of viola for many advancing students. The SCA35E is most suitable for the casual player looking for their forever instrument, however it is an incredible option for beginners alike. It is crafted in their Guangzhou workshop from European maple and spruce and features an antique varnish. It has Indian ebony fittings, ebony wood pegs and chinrest, and a tailpiece with four built in fine tuners. Included with this outfit is a bow and carbon graphite bow (shoulder rest bought separately). The SCA35E comes in multiple sizes from 16" all the way down to 12" for the growing student.