Heritage Maggini 'The Dumas' Viola Copy, 16.25" Full Outfit

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Summary of returns policies and timescales

This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.

UK & Europe EU Standard Gear4music Standard Gear4music Optional
Return Period 14 days 30 days up to 180 days
Standard delivery charges refunded? Yes Yes Yes, up to 30 days
Upgraded delivery charges refunded? Standard costs only Standard costs only Standard costs only
Free collection on cancellation No No Yes, up to 30 days
Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item Yes, within 14 days Yes, within 14 days Yes, within 30 days

We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.

Key Features

  • Replica of the 1600 Maggini viola model
  • Includes a Negri Classic case, Larsen Original strings and an Orchestra Bow
  • Ebony fingerboard enables smooth and quick response
  • Stunning hand-applied oil varnish finish
  • Two piece maple back produces dense, warm tones
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Heritage Maggini 'The Dumas' Viola Copy, 16.25" Full Outfit Overview

The Heritage Maggini 'The Dumas' Viola Copy is a stunning instrument that pays homage to the renowned Italian viola maker, Giovanni Paolo Maggini. Known for his exceptional craftsmanship, Maggini's violas are highly sought after by professional musicians and collectors alike. The 'Dumas' instrument, in particular, is regarded as one of Maggini's finest works. Shaped with meticulous attention to detail, the Maggini Viola Copy features a two-piece back made from beautifully figured maple. The hand-applied oil varnish, along with the matching ribs and scroll, adds a touch of luxury to this viola.


Designed for professional players, this viola is fitted with a premium quality bridge and an ebony fingerboard, ensuring exceptional playability and resonance. The rosewood Swiss Model Paris Eye pegs and tailpiece, along with the rosewood Guarneri model chinrest, complete the instrument's classic look. Whether you are a seasoned professional or an aspiring virtuoso, the Heritage Maggini 'The Dumas' Viola Copy is a superb choice. With its exceptional build quality and exquisite craftsmanship, this viola promises to deliver a rich and expressive sound.

Product Ref: 79199

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Premium craftsmanship

The Heritage Maggini 'The Dumas' Viola Copy, 16.25" Full Outfit is a modern interpretation of the renowned 'Dumas' viola crafted by Giovanni Paolo Maggini in the early 17th century. Venerated for his exceptional string instruments, Maggini focused his work on creating violas that were subtly forward-thinking and innovative. The Dumas model has a forceful sound with powerful projection but also produces subtle darkness that makes it ideal for romantic pieces. This copy remains easy to play for students requiring a charismatic voice. Maggini remains an inspiration for instrument craftsmanship, and this version continues his legacy.

Gorgeous finish

Every detail of the Heritage Maggini 'The Dumas' Viola Copy is meticulously crafted to replicate the original's grandeur. The instrument features a hand-applied oil varnish with matching ribs and scroll, giving it a lustrous and authentic appearance. This varnish not only enhances the aesthetics but also contributes to the instrument's tonal qualities, allowing for a rich and resonant sound that brings out the best in your playing.

Attention to detail

The Heritage Maggini 'The Dumas' Viola Copy is equipped with premium components, ensuring optimal performance and ease of play. Its rosewood Guarneri model chinrest provides comfort and stability, allowing you to focus on your performance without any distractions. A two-piece back made from figured maple enhances its visual appeal and contributes to the instrument's tonal characteristics. The fitted premium quality bridge ensures accurate string placement and resonance, while the ebony fingerboard offers a smooth surface for precise finger placement and effortless playing.

Designed to withstand the rigours of professional use, the Heritage Maggini 'The Dumas' Viola Copy features rosewood Swiss Model Paris Eye pegs that provide secure and reliable tuning. The rosewood Paris Eye tailpiece further enhances tuning stability and ensures optimal string tension. With an ebony top nut, this viola offers enhanced durability and longevity, allowing you to enjoy its exceptional performance for years to come.

Stunning Tonewoods

The use of maple and spruce is a tried and tested combination used in superior quality violas. This combination produces a focused, powerful sound with plenty of body and tonal warmth, which will only improve over time. The woods are hand selected based on their age and narrowness of grain, before being hand carved for a sound and appearance full of heritage. The distance between the grain affects the resonance of the instrument, with a narrower grain resulting in a more responsive, full-bodied and weighted sound with a strong tonal core. The maple back and sides help provide a hard-wearing viola that works with the narrow grain spruce, to provide a unique instrument with incredible response, projection and full tonal body.

Larsen Original Strings

These strings are fast becoming the go-to option for professionals, offering a quick and simple viola setup. Capable of producing strong projection and versatile sounds these strings are capable of producing a long-lasting and reliable performance. The A string has a solid steel core and is wound with stainless steel flat wire which is precisely rolled. However, the C, G & D strings are made with an original multi-filament nylon core. The C and G strings both have silver flat wire windings, rolled using the same method as the A string. Whereas the D string comes with aluminium winding which provides flexibility to the overall sound as well as comfort during play.

Included Orchestra bow

Composed of carbon fibre, the included Orchestra bow offers robustness and durability. It features a fully mounted ebony frog, highlighted by a Paris eye and an abalone slide, adding an element of sophistication. The design includes a three-piece button in overlaid ebony which enhances its aesthetics. This bow promises to deliver supreme playability and sound quality, enriching the overall performance of the viola.

Negri Classic Case

The Negri Classic Case is wooden with a five-layer laminate construction. Robust and sturdy, the exterior features high-quality metal parts that are chrome-plated for resistance to corrosion. It has an extra-strong subway strap and heavy gauge D-rings for easy carrying. The interior houses four high-quality bow spinners with springs, a shoulder rest compartment, and a large accessory compartment. Also offering a three-point deep suspension air system for additional protection, it's lined with the highest quality velvet and accent trim. Other features include a viola protective blanket, an elegant brass pull, a hygrometer, and a strings tube.

*Interior Colours Subject to Availability.

Viola Specifications

Body & Bridge

  • Size: 16.25"
  • Body: Two Piece Maple
  • Top: Spruce
  • Ribs: Maple
  • Scroll: Maple
  • Bridge: Fitted Premium Quality Maple

Neck & Hardware

  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Pegs: Rosewood, Swiss Model
  • Peg Eyes: Paris Style
  • Chinrest: Rosewood, Guarneri Model
  • Tailpiece: Rosewood, Paris Eye
  • Top Nut: Ebony
  • Finish: Hand Applied Oil Varnish

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