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Compare Strad, Ruggieri, Guadagnini model cellos

Compare Strad, Ruggieri, Guadagnini model cellos

Because I offer several different cello models, one of the most frequent questions that I get is "what is the difference between them?".  Recently I had a client visit with exactly that question and, as I happened to have three different models on...

New small cello on a skeleton mold

New small cello on a skeleton mold

Here comes the latest Guadagnini model, cello! With a body length of 710 mm and a string length of only 669 mm it is the quintessential small cello. These cellos are ideal for players with small hands or those who no longer want to work so hard getting around their instrument.

Small cellos – why size matters

Small cellos – why size matters

Cello size is an interesting topic. Players come in a wide range of sizes,and typical adult hand spans (including both men and women) range from 7.5″ to 9.5″, a variation of 27%. Yet