ATELIER Alain MOINIER (Alain Moinier) Classic Model Made in Mirecourt, France, 1995 16-inch (408mm) Viola The stringed instrument workshop "Alain Moinier" in Mirecourt, France, is the predecessor of the Aubert-Lutherie company, famous for its bridges. As one would expect from a workshop that reigns as the top brand for bridges, it is clear that very good wood is used. This is a masterpiece made with the traditional Mirecourt method that has been in use for over 200 years, and the techniques unique to Aubert, which has a tradition of over 150 years, earning high praise as a true contemporary French instrument. ★Classic Model This is a viola of the traditional Alain Moinier Classic Model, finished with a slightly hard orange-red alcohol varnish. The bridge is the original Aubert Deluxe with a double stamp of Alain Moinier. Currently, it is sold by Aubert as the J.B. Vuillaume model for a list price of 990,000 yen. I think it's a good match for E.H. Roth's #62 (880,000 yen) ~ #71 (1,210,000 yen). It has been played to some extent since it was new, and has been stable in a good environment. It has a thick and powerful viola-like sound and tone. I hope you can play it with confidence and enjoy it a lot. Once you have this instrument in your hands, you won't be able to go back to a cheaper instrument. It's that good of an instrument. How about a full-fledged viola (contemporary French) on this occasion? Since the distribution volume is small and it is difficult to find them even used, please do not miss this opportunity. Fully adjusted (bridge adjustment, peg adjustment, sound post adjustment, polishing, cleaning, overall adjustment). There are some scratches and stains from use, but it is in generally clean condition. The strings are new, top-of-the-line gut strings Pirastro Olive (50,000 to 60,000 yen per set), with an a-string of Jargar. The adjusters are made of lightweight titanium. It has been adjusted and maintained, so you can use it immediately after tuning.