The Ricard Bunnel Viola Outfit is our standard student viola for violists of all ages. With sizes including 13", 14", 15", 15.5", 16", and 16.5", we have a viola to fit your needs as a student or beginning performer. As an upgrade to the Ricard Bunnel "Etude" Viola, the standard Bunnel is made with more select wood and detailed carving that contribute to an instrument that is more projective and superior in tone quality.

Each Ricard Bunnel Viola is part of a complete outfit that provides everything you need to start playing the moment you receive your viola. A real Brazilwood bow with genuine horsehair is complemented by our signature Kennedy Violins rosin. A sturdy, full-suspension case with black canvas exterior and velveteen lining is both amazingly lightweight and extremely protective.

Affordability

At Kennedy Violins, we believe that every individual interested in playing a stringed instrument deserves the opportunity--no matter his or her background or financial circumstances. For this reason, we offer both a rental program and purchase prices that are extremely affordable at unbeatably low prices for such great quality.

As string players ourselves, we know that beginning players are deserving of the most comfortable and playable instruments. We believe in providing you with the quality you need at fair and very friendly prices. The Ricard Bunnel Viola is a perfect example of our handcrafted quality available at such an accessible cost.

The Perfect Size

Whether you are a growing young student or an adult, the knowledgable members of our customer service team can help fit you with the appropriate viola size you need. As violas are larger and longer than violins, it can sometimes be difficult to determine the right size to match your arm length. Whether you visit us in store or speak with us over the phone, we can help you find your match!

Free Professional Setup

One of the the finest free services offered by Kennedy Violins is our string instrument setup by a trained luthier. With great attention to detail, a luthier spends one-on-one time doing final assembly of your viola to meet or exceed all MENC specifications and standard measurements. Carving, sanding, finishing, installing, shaping, polishing, and measuring each part of your instrument ensures the most comfortable playability you'll experience.

Quality Oil Finish

A great perk to this personal attention to detail is the fine quality of the finished instrument. You'll find that many beginner and student violas are coated with a shiny, thick lacquer finish that seriously dampens and affects the tone quality and potential of the instrument. The Ricard Bunnel Viola, as well as all our instruments, are finished with a hand-rubbed oil finish that is smoothly polished. The oil finish complements the sound and beauty of the maple and spruce body of the instrument, allowing the sound to resonate more clearly with greater projection.

Professional Helicore Strings

The Ricard Bunnel Viola comes with pre-installed steel-core D'Addario Helicore Strings that greatly enhance the tone of the instrument. Unlike tinny, fragile, and overly bright generic strings, these professional name-brand strings offer both durability and warmth of sound. Because the quailty of strings will so greatly affect the potential tone of your viola, we believe in providing you with that quality from the start. Helicore strings are provided at no additional cost and are included in the complete viola outfit.

Outfit Features

The Ricard Bunnel Viola Outfit includes the following:

• Shipping within 2 business days. In-shop luthiers offer same-day shipping on select orders.
• Kennedy Violins' 45-day money-back guarantee. Take our 45-day Challenge!
• Full coverage by our Lifetime Warranty
• Availability in 13", 14", 15", 15.5", 16", and 16.5" sizes
• Free professional setup by Kennedy Violins' experienced luthier staff
• Genuine Brazilwood bow with authentic horsehair
• Kennedy Violins signature rosin
• Professional Steel-core D'Addario Helicore Strings
• Hand-carved maple bridge
• Full backup set of replacement strings (basic steel)
• Black featherweight case with
•     black exterior with zippered music pocket
•     interior accessory compartments
•     two bow holders
• Solid-carved, high-grade maple back and spruce top
• Hand-rubbed oil finish and beautiful shade of varnish
• 100% ebony chinrest, pegs, fingerboard, and tailpiece
• Inlaid ebony purfling
• Professional fine tuners for ease of tuning
• One-on-one consultations with our string-playing staff. Our reviews praise our great customer service!