English-made viols were highly esteemed in 17th C. France. Instruments were sometimes imported from England and retrofitted with a 7th string to accommodate the French repertoire: The Barak Norman 7-string is our rendition of such an instrument.

Hand crafted in the Charlie Ogle Workshop. 7 string bass viol made with select European maple back and sides with spruce top. Double purfling along the borders, with 3 purfled ornaments on the back. Ebony-veneered fingerboard and tailpiece. 68 cm string length.

This instrument is a great solution for players who need a 7 string bass in a smaller package. Despite the compact size, these instruments still produce a rich, full sound.