Prioritising sound and playability over everything else when picking an instrument?
Hey there!
I'm going down the rabbit hole of kinda sorta maybe upgrading my viola — currently freelancing as a violinist and violist having finished my studies —, and am trying to find the most reasonable deal within my price range (let's call it lowest end of five-figures), which, for me, means getting a 'player', but one I'd, ideally, be able to sell should need be. I've found an instrument I really, really like the sound of, and it feels great in my hands, but it's clearly been through some stuff, and, while well-restored and being sold by a trustworthy dealer, is kind of an ugly duckling compared to some much more pristine (and boring) options.
So I figured I'd read the room and ask you guys: provided the seller is reputable and trustworthy and says that the instrument is in (restored) good condition, would you consider buying such an instrument? I'm trying to gauge just how difficult it would be to find another fool down the line, basically... Or would you suggest I do something else entirely?
Thanks in advance!