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Incredibly Light Viola Bow for Incredible Playing

Pulling inspiration from renowned bow makers of the past, the CodaBow Luma viola bow produces a bright, clear sound as beautiful as the bow looks. Designed to be lighter than an average viola bow, the Luma viola bows lightweight carbon fiber construction helps provide a quick and easy response to help you articulate each note in even the most technical composition especially those rapid bursts of sautill. The melodic tone and responsiveness of the Luma are well-suited to intimate settings, blend well in ensembles and appeal to many types of playing styles, including fiddle players. The Luma viola bow appeals especially to players desiring lightness in weight and character.

• Balance: Center-Frog
• Weight: Medium-Light
• Action: Moderate
• Stiffness: Medium-Soft

Elevate Your Viola Playing With the Luma Bow

A popular theory may be that lighter viola bows can feel nervous, jumpy, and more challenging to control. Thats not the case with the CodaBow Luma carbon fiber viola bow. The legacy of renowned bow makers may have inspired the Luma bow, but the Lumas composition is far from traditional. When it comes to the Luma bow, its best to expect the unexpected.

Large Dimension and Tonal Color

Classic ideas meet new-age engineering. A common belief among many viola players is that lightweight bows (and light carbon fiber bows in particular) dont have the same feel and sound quality as a traditional Pernambuco bow. However, the Luma bow is more than just a carbon fiber bow. The blended acoustic core provides a warm, shimmering color and brings a large dimension to the bow.

Responds When Youre Ready

The Luma is always ready when you are. The carbon fiber bow is balanced and weighted to be nimble and quick. The streamlined Aero Xebony frog off-loads the hand to enhance facility and increase the bows attack, while the lightness of the shaft keeps you perfectly poised for challenging pieces of music. This results in a lighter touch and connection that makes it simple to make quick tonal changes. The Luma bow features 3D diamond weaving that makes the bow lighter while delivering the desired flexibility and response.

Designed With Fiddlers in Mind

Fiddlers love how the Luma bow crosses strings effortlessly. Reviewers claim that the bow really plays itself. The lightweight design and craftsmanship of the Luma bow are perfect for playing country, Irish fiddling, bluegrass, and folk well into the night all without tiring your arm! Though other lighter bows may provide less control and response from the strings, the Luma doesnt miss.

A Lifetime of Durability

All high-wear components (including tip plate, tip wedge, and button bearings) are built with precision from strong, industry-leading materials to make sure you get a lifetime of stress-free play from your bow.

International Travel Approved

The Luma bow is designated with the GlobalBow trademark. This designation ensures that our bows contain no endangered, monitored, or regulated species (wildlife or fauna) and is able to pass through international Customs without worry. Practice in New York, perform in London, and play your viola wherever you see fit when you have a Luma viola bow.