Viola Braguesa Artimúsica VA20C Simple Spruce Top Round Soundhole Standard Tuning Machine

The Artimúsica VA20C is a Braguesa viola that represents the identity of traditional Portuguese music with quality and respect for tradition.

The Artimúsica VA20C braguesa viola is an authentic representative of the rich Portuguese musical tradition, specifically from the Minho region. This chordophone, manufactured by Artimúsica, combines artisanal quality with fidelity to the original characteristics of this traditional instrument.

The Artimúsica VA20C has a solid spruce top that contributes to a clear and resonant sound. The bottom and sides are made of solid walnut, providing a perfect balance between strength and lightness. The mahogany neck offers durability and excellent tactile response, while the panga panga fingerboard ensures smoothness and comfort during playing. The instrument's decoration is minimalist but elegant, with a unique valance and a glossy finish that highlights the natural beauty of the woods used.

The round mouth not only adds a classic aesthetic touch, but also positively influences the sound projection, making it ideal for performances in a variety of environments. The tuning mechanism is a standard chime, ensuring precision and stability, essential for maintaining constant tuning during long practice sessions or live performances.

The viola braguesa has five orders of double strings, totaling ten strings, where the two highest orders are tuned in unison and the three lowest orders in octaves. This unique configuration allows for a variety of tunings, the most common being Mouraria Velha (G3-E3-B-A2-E2) and Moda Velha (A3-F#3-B3-G2-E2). Such versatility makes the viola braguesa an instrument adaptable to multiple musical styles, from traditional chulas, malhões and viras to the most modern sounds of pop and electronica. It is an instrument that, despite its roots in traditional music, has found relevance in contemporary music.

Founded in 1992, Artimúsica is a reference in the artisanal manufacture of traditional Portuguese instruments. The brand is a family legacy, continued by masters Manuel and José Carvalho, who follow the construction methods started by their grandfather, Joaquim José Machado. Each instrument produced is a unique work of art, reflecting the high quality and deep tradition associated with the brand.

The Viola Braguesa Artimúsica VA20C is an excellent choice for musicians who want to explore and preserve the authentic sounds of traditional Portuguese chordophones. With its high-quality construction and rich tone, this instrument provides a genuine and immersive musical experience.

Specifications:    

• Model: VA20C

• Soundhole: round

• Top: solid spruce

• Back and sides: solid walnut (simple)

• Neck: mahogany

• Fingerboard: panga panga

• Tuning machines: standard

• Bindings: 1

• Finish: gloss