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What
is the most important aspect of a beginner
instrument? The
simple answer is playability. Young people
should not be discouraged by an instrument
that is difficult or impossible to manage.
Pretty soon, a young player will lose interest
and eventually want to quit. Parents should
know that a student will be more committed
on a well constructed and adjusted instrument.Teachers
understand this all-too-well. They see instruments
every day that are not adequate for the needs
of the player. We apply the same expectations
to the setup and adjustment of a simple instrument,
as we do for a high-end instrument.
You
WILL find cheaper Cellos on
the internet. We
have seen these instruments in our workshop
because customers bring them in for service.
These instruments always require more work
that is worth spending. The customer should
have spent a little more in the first place
to get an instrument that was adequate. A
teacher that is a friend of our shop, calls
these things "instrument-shaped objects" because
they are not truly instruments. You
will not find a $300 Cello on our website. It's
about value, not price. Our
selection starts at a level that is the minimum
acceptable quality according to the vast
majority of teachers, and therefore the minimum
reasonable investment. If you are serious
about supporting a student's desire to succeed
in music, DO NOT buy a $300
Cello
off the internet. There,
you just did all the research you need to
do about how
much to spend on a
student Cello.
An
Outfit includes a Bow and Padded Bag, or you
can purchase the instrument only. With
the standard setup, a basic model bag and
basic quality Brazilwood or Fiberglass bow
are included (your choice). With the DeLuxe
setup, a better
padded bag
and upgraded bow are included.
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Les Etoiles is
the most affordable instrument we offer.
Les Etoiles means "The Stars" in
French, as in Twinkle, Twinkle. It is one
of our primary rental instruments. Laminated
top, back and sides. Real hardwood fittings,
ebony fingerboard, and a detailed adjustment
are all included on this instrument. Made
for us by one of the most well-known and
respected Chinese workshops.

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Etoiles |
Instrument
Only-Standard Setup
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Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$759.00 |
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Instrument
Only-DeLuxe Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2 |
$895.00 |
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Outfit-Standard
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$899.00 |
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Oufit-DeLuxe
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,119.00 |
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Johannes
Kohr K500 has
been a sweetheart model among many violin
shops as their choice for entry level, fully
carved model. The making of these instruments
has been continuously improved over the years.
You will find it difficult to locate another
Cello that competes as favorably as the K500.
The wood is beautiful and the varnish is
very deep and rich for an instrument in this
price range.

| Johannes
Kohr K500 |
Instrument
Only
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4 |
$1,750.00 |
| 1/2 |
$1,700.00 |
| 1/4 |
$1,500.00 |
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Outfit
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4 |
$1,900.00 |
| 1/2 |
$1,850.00 |
| 1/4 |
$1,650.00 |
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Concertino,
a hand finished
instruments from the Segue line as entry level
quality instruments. Solid wood, carved construction.
These modern Chinese made instruments are popular
for beginning students, rental programs, and
school music programs around the country. They
feature a high level of Spruce, Ebony and Maple
for their price.

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Concertino |
Instrument
Only-Standard Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 7/8, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$1,159.00 |
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Instrument
Only-DeLuxe Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 7/8, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,269.00 |
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Outfit-Standard
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$1,329.00 |
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Oufit-DeLuxe
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,489.00 |
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Johannes
Kohr K515. Better
wood selection and a more sophisticated varnish
process make the K515 a step up from the hugely
succesful K500.

| Johannes
Kohr K515 |
Instrument
Only
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Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,800.00 |
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Concertino Plus is
slightly improved version of the standard
Concertino. Materials used are upgraded
as compared to the Concertino. Better flame,
and greater attention to finish detail
are noticable improvements.

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Concertino Plus |
Instrument
Only-Standard Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 7/8, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,629.00 |
| 1/4, 1/8 |
$1,529.00 |
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Instrument
Only-DeLuxe Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 7/8, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,739.00 |
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Outfit-Standard
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,779.00 |
| 1/4, 1/8 |
$1,669.00 |
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Oufit-DeLuxe
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,979.00 |
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Core
Academy Model 30. Intended
for rental fleets, school music programs and
other institutional uses, but offered here
because of the exceptional value. As the name
implies, Core is Kohr, the same well-known
brand as Johannes Kohr and August Core. Laminated
construction.

| Core
Academy Model 30 |
Instrument
Only-Standard Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$919.00 |
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Instrument
Only-DeLuxe Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$1,019.00 |
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Outfit-Standard
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$997.50 |
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Oufit-DeLuxe
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$1,229.00 |
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Les Etoiles Hybrid Antique. This
model has a solid top, and a beautiful antique
looking varnish. It offers better tone and
appearance, while preserving most of the durability
and low cost benefits of a laminated construction
instrument.

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Les Etoiles Hybrid Antique |
Instrument
Only-Standard Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$1,379.00 |
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Instrument
Only-DeLuxe Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,489.00 |
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Outfit-Standard
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 |
$1,569.00 |
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Oufit-DeLuxe
Setup
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Select
Size:
4/4, 3/4, 1/2 |
$1,779.00 |
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