Key Features
- Hand-carved from select figured woods
- Full Ebony fittings
- Pirastro Chromcor strings offer a lively tone
- Individually workshop tested
Stentor Arcadia Cello, Full Size, Instrument Only Overview
Hand-crafted excellence. The Stentor Arcadia cello is one of the best cellos that Stentor has to offer. Boasting a hand-carved body from the most select, highly figured tonewoods, the Stentor Arcadia cello is the ideal choice for advancing students.
What really makes the Arcadia cello stand out is how it's made. Handcrafted by one, highly skilled craftsman, each Arcadia is a unique instrument that reflects the individuality of its master. Once finished, the Arcadia cello is finished in a gorgeous shellac varnish.
Just like cellos that cost ten times the price, the Arcadia has full Ebony fittings. Not only will these be more comfortable for you, but the Ebony will also be durable and hardwearing. To complete the Arcadia, it's strung with Pirastro Chromcor strings which offer a lovely tone.
Please note: due to the bespoke nature of this instrument the grain of the wood will vary and this may be supplied as a one-piece or two-piece back depending on availability.
Product Ref: 163151
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View Full DescriptionPlease Note: This instrument is supplied with a standard case for shipping purposes only. Please visit our Cello Accessories page to find your perfect case and bow.
Individually hand carved
Each and every part of the Stentor Arcadia cello has been set up by hand. Individually carved by the most skilled workers in a specialist workshop, each cello is produced under the close supervision of one master maker. This traditional luthier workflow is exactly how cellos were made hundreds of years ago.
The Spruce top and Maple back, sides, and neck have all been individually carved to provide the best possible sound. The fitted Aubert bridge has been contoured to match the shape of the fitted fingerboard, allowing for optimum feel and ease of playing. The pegs and pegbox have been carved to match each other - perfectly designed for easy tuning. Finally, a shellac varnish is applied for an instantly recognisable traditional finish.
Full Ebony fittings
The Stentor Arcadia has been given some of the best fittings available to make a truly professional instrument. Ebony was chosen for the fingerboard and pegs because of its super-fine grain which is very resistant to moisture. As a result, they Ebony fittings won't warp or bulge over time, making the instrument long-lasting and easy to maintain. Ebony is also a tough wood, meaning it is less susceptible to damage.
Pirastro Chromcor Cello Strings
Pirastro Chromcor strings are ideal for cellists looking for a brilliant and bright sound. Perfect for plays all genres of music, these long-lasting chrome-wound strings will not only sound great, but will not corrode due to hand perspiration. The A and D strings have a bright sound while the G and C strings have a rounded and brilliant sound and are easy to play. All of these strings have a very easy response and provide exceptional tuning stability and immediate playability.
Specifications
Body & Bridge
- Top: Hand Carved Spruce
- Back: Highly Figured Maple
- Side and Ribs: Highly Figured Maple
- Bridge: Maple, Aubert
- Finish: Traditional Shellac Varnish
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
Hardware
- Tuning Pegs: Ebony
- Tailpiece: Ebony with Fine Tuners
- Top Nut: Ebony
- Strings: Pirastro Chromcor
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