The Octav Mures Viola, crafted from Carpathian tonewoods, features four strings, a black fingerboard, and a chin rest; shown here in full view against a white background.
The Octav Mures Viola is shown from the back, displaying its polished Carpathian tonewoods, curved edges, and neck on a plain white background—a showcase of fine stringed craftsmanship.
The Octav Mures Viola is shown from the back, highlighting its polished Carpathian tonewoods, elegant grain patterns, and scroll—a stunning Romanian hand-crafted instrument set against a plain white background.
Close-up of the Octav Mures Viola’s bridge marked "Aubert Made in France," with strings, fingerboard, f-hole, and fine tuners on the tailpiece against a white background—showcasing this quality fine stringed instrument.
Close-up of the Octav Mures Viola’s back, highlighting tuning pegs, scroll, neck, and body—crafted from Carpathian tonewoods—set against a plain white background.
Close-up view of the Octav Mures Viola scroll and black tuning pegs against a white background. Crafted from Carpathian tonewoods, this elegant instrument showcases a warm brown finish and beautifully curved scroll.
Close-up of the Octav Mures Viola scroll and pegs against a white background, highlighting the carved wooden spiral and dark tuning pegs of this fine stringed instrument crafted from Carpathian tonewoods.
A side view of the Octav Mures Viola, expertly crafted from Carpathian tonewoods, stands upright against a white background, highlighting its strings, fingerboard, scroll, and the refined grain of its polished wooden body.
A side view of the Octav Mures Viola, crafted from Carpathian tonewoods, stands upright with its polished finish, strings, bridge, and scroll visible against a plain white background.

Octav Mures

Octav Mures Viola

$1,400.00
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Octav Mures Viola

12"

403 East Putnam Ave

Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

403 East Putnam Ave
Cos Cob CT 06807
United States

2036619500

OCTAV MURES COLLECTION - ROMANIAN HAND-CRAFTED EXCELLENCE

Where Tradition Meets Modern Standards

Named after the historic Romanian region renowned for centuries of instrument-making expertise, the Octav Mures collection represents a collaboration between Atelier for Fine Stringed Instruments and skilled Romanian craftsmen. These instruments embody the rich lutherie tradition of Eastern Europe, built to Atelier's exacting specifications for tone, playability, and craftsmanship.

The Romanian Advantage:

Romania's instrument-making heritage spans over 300 years, with master luthiers passing techniques through generations. The Carpathian Mountains provide exceptional spruce and maple - tonewoods prized for their resonance and aging properties. Octav Mures instruments combine this natural advantage with meticulous hand-craftsmanship and spirit varnish formulas refined over centuries.

Built to Atelier Standards:

We don't simply import and resell. Atelier works directly with the Romanian workshop to ensure each instrument meets our demanding specifications for wood selection, construction quality, and tonal characteristics. Every Octav Mures undergoes rigorous evaluation before earning its place in our collection - instruments that don't meet our standards never reach our showroom or website!

The Perfect Upgrade:

If you or your student has outgrown their beginner instrument and needs something more responsive with a richer tone, the Octav Mures line delivers professional-level performance without professional-level pricing. These instruments respond to nuanced bow control, project clearly in ensemble settings, and reveal the tonal complexity serious students need for auditions and advancing repertoire.

Who They're For:

  • Advanced students preparing for district, regional, or all-state auditions
  • High school players moving toward college auditions
  • Adult players seeking European craftsmanship at accessible prices
  • Musicians who've outgrown student instruments but aren't ready for $5,000+ investment
  • Players wanting warm, complex tone that rivals instruments at twice the price

Specifications:

  • Top: Hand-carved Carpathian spruce, properly aged
  • Back & Sides: Premium flame maple
  • Fingerboard: Genuine ebony
  • Fittings: Ebony or boxwood (depending on model)
  • Varnish: Traditional spirit varnish, hand-applied
  • Bridge: Premium French bridge, hand-fitted
  • Setup: Complete professional setup by Atelier luthiers

The Atelier Guarantee:

Every Octav Mures instrument receives complete professional setup by our talented shop luthiers before leaving our workshop. Bridge fitting, soundpost positioning, fingerboard dressing, string height optimization, and thorough play-testing ensure you receive an instrument performing at its full potential. We handle each instrument with the care and attention it deserves - because craftsmanship demands craftsmanship.

Experience the difference Romanian tradition and Atelier standards make.

Available in violin and viola. Multiple grades to match your budget and performance needs.