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Eastman SE100 Cello - 4/4 and fractional sizes Eastman SE100 Cello - 4/4 and fractional sizes


Completely hand-carved out of tonewoods with laminated ribs. Perfect starter instrument.

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Linda West 'Inspire' Cello - 4/4 and fractional sizes Linda West 'Inspire' Cello - 4/4 and fractional sizes

Complete outfit - includes Case and Bow!



Completely hand-carved out of tonewoods with laminated ribs. Perfect starter instrument. Geared Pegs!

Our Price $1,495.00
Linda West 'Inspire' 3/4 Cello - Used Linda West 'Inspire' 3/4 Cello - Used

Complete outfit - includes Hard Case and Bow!


Completely hand-carved out of tonewoods with laminated ribs. Perfect starter instrument with geared pegs.

Linda West 'Aspire' Cello - 4/4 and fractional sizes Linda West 'Aspire' Cello - 4/4 and fractional sizes

Complete outfit - includes Case and Bow!

Perfect upgrade starter instrument completely hand-carved out of solid tonewoods. Geared pegs.

Our Price $1,795.00
Vivo 'Zetoni' model 300 'Stradivari' 3/4 Cello Vivo 'Zetoni' model 300 'Stradivari' 3/4 Cello

Complete Outfit - price includes hard case and bow!

Beijing, 2019

This Vivo cello would be suited for a quickly advancing, enthusiastic cellist who is on a budget, but requires a cello that will not hold them back as they advance into high level repertoire.

Angel Taylor model 220 4/4 Cello Angel Taylor model 220 4/4 Cello

Complete Outfit - comes with a hard case and a bow!



Smokey, dark creamy smooth tone. Easy to play, very responsive.

Angel Taylor model 220 4/4 Cello Angel Taylor model 220 4/4 Cello

Complete Outfit - comes with a hard case and a bow!


Complex, mature tone at a budget price! Easy to play, and won't hold you back as you progress. Perfect for beginners, including adults who just want to play and have a good instrument without breaking the bank.

Cello Andreas Eastman 305 cello Eastman Advanced series - Model 305 'Stradivari' 4/4 Cello

Complete outfit - includes Hard Case and Bow!

This cello has a nice, warm tone, and has an especially dark sound in the lower register.

SOLD

Cello Vivo Zetoni model 200 Strad Vivo 'Zetoni' model 200 'Stradivari' 4/4 Cello (a)

Complete outfit - includes Hard Case and Bow!



Clear upper register, plays like a much more expensive instrument. Not for beginners; requires a good bow technique to get the most out of it. Great backup cello for pros, or a nice upgrade for a fine student on a budget.

Cello Andreas Eastman 305 cello Eastman Electro-Acoustic 305 'Stradivari' 4/4 Cello

Complete outfit - includes Hard Case and Bow!


Comes with a proprietary pickup embedded in the varnish beneath the bridge. You can't even see it! Sounds great!

Cello - Scott Cao STC 750E copy of G. B. Guadagnini 1777 Scott Cao - "Best Friend" 750E '1777 Guadagnini copy', 4/4 Cello

Complete outfit - includes Hard Case and Bow!

European tonewoods

Nicknamed 'Best Friend', this Guadagnini copy is pleasant throughout with a mature, relaxed sound. Guadagnini patterns are slightly smaller than 4/4, a bit bigger than 7/8, making them perfect for those of smaller stature or limited reach.