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Coupon For Violins

2011-11-28T07:21:00.000-08:00

TAKE TEN PERCENT OFF ALL ORDERS-USE CODE "TEN" AT CHECKOUT

Violin Outfits by Palatino, Cremona, Becker, Anton Breton and more...TAKE TEN PERCENT OFF ALL ORDERS-USE CODE "TEN" AT CHECKOUT

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2011-09-08T03:38:00.000-07:00

TAKE AN ADDITIONAL $25 OFF ALL CELLOS-USE CODE "25" AT CHECKOUT

Coupon code above, take an additional $25 off cellos from Cremona, Becker, Palatino and more

Bellafina Model 60 Double Bass

2011-08-02T04:59:00.001-07:00

Bellafina Model 60 Double Bass Outfit 1/2 Size

Made to Bellafina specifications in the Strunal Workshop, the Bellafina 60 Bass features sturdy laminate construction. An excellent choice for the beginning bassist, included with the Bellafina 60 is a French-style fiberglass bow and padded bag.

Bellafina Prima Double Bass Outfit Standard

2011-08-02T04:58:00.003-07:00

Bellafina Prima Double Bass Outfit Standard

Bellafina Prima Double Bass Outfit
The Bellafina Prima Double Bass Outfit features a fully carved instrument with a depth and projection that rivals basses costing thousands more. As an affordable option, the Prima features an ebony fingerboard with proper contour and scoop. Smaller bassists will appreciate the Prima’s slim neck and sloped shoulders. The Bellafina Prima is as much a joy to hear as it is to play, and can handle both arco or pizzicato playing styles. Additionally, the Bellafina Prima Double Bass is fitted with a wheel adjustable bridge. Outfit includes padded bag and Brazilwood bow.

Bellafina Prima Double Bass

2011-08-02T04:58:00.001-07:00

Bellafina Prima Double Bass Outfit

Bellafina delivers a fully-carved bass with depth and projection that rivals basses costing thousands more. But the price is affordable to any serious bassist. the neck features an ebony fingerboard properly contoured and scooped. Electric bass players looking to pickup a quality upright will appreciate the relatively slim neck. A joy to hear and play either with a bow or plucked. Padded bag and Brazilwood bow are included.

Bellafina Electric Bellafina 50

2011-08-02T04:57:00.001-07:00

Bellafina Electric Bellafina 50 Violina special

Combine the Bellafina Violina 5-String Violin outfit in 15" size with a Headway Electronics "The Band" pickup, and you are ready for any regular ensemble, solo, or stage performance with amplification or without. Coupling with effects pedals and amp effects produces limitless performance possibilities. 15" size gives viola richness, but with easier fingering intervals than a full 16" size.

Woodwind Brasswind Coupon Code

2011-07-13T05:10:00.001-07:00

Stock Up and Save! Spend $99 get $15 Instant Savings with COUPON CODE: 15JULY. Exp. 7/15/11

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Cremona electric violin

2011-06-03T04:30:00.000-07:00

Cremona electric violin

The Cremona electric violin is a new concept in electric violins. With its compact dimensions and light weight it feels comfortable on your shoulder. The hollow body consists of a spruce back and top glued to each other without sides. A maple skeleton supports the body and incorporates the carved neck and minimalist scroll-all with the idea of reducing weight.

Cremona Blue Violin Outfit

2011-06-03T04:26:00.000-07:00

Blue Violin Outfit

Unique new violin from Cremona. The outfit is available in a variety of colors, including blue, green, black and rose. Outfits include case and bow.

Palatino VN-1400

2011-05-05T03:24:00.002-07:00

Palatino VN-1400

* Solid Hand Carved Spruce Top
* Solid Hand Carved Flamed Maple Back, Sides and Neck
* Stradivari-Style Body
* Hand Rubbed Varnish Finish
* Hill-Style Ebony Fittings with Maple Pips and Collars
* Pirastro Passione Strings
* All Parts Hand-Carved by International Award Winning Master Wei Studios
* Set Up in the U.S.A.

Palatino Allegro Violin Outfit

2011-05-05T03:24:00.001-07:00

Palatino Allegro Violin Outfit

* Hand Carved Solid Select Spruce Top
* Ebony Pegs
* Hand Carved Solid Spruce Top
* Hand Carved Solid Maple Back, Sides, and Neck
* Inlaid Purfling
* Anodized Fine Tuner Tailpiece
* Golden Brown Finish
* Ebony Frog Bow with Mongolian Horsehair Bow
* Featherweight Case with Nylon Cover
* Sizes 4/4 - 1/16

Cremona SC130 Cello Outfit

2011-04-14T03:28:00.000-07:00

Cremona SC130 Cello Outfit

Features

# Hand-carved solid spruce top
# Hand-carved solid maple back, sides and neck
# Inlaid purfling
# Ebonite fingerboard
# LB-10C brazilwood bow with genuine unbleached white horsehair
# 4 fine tuners VP-14CP
# Warm brown finish
# Shop-adjusted

Regular price: $595.00
Sale price: $399.00

Bellafina ChinCello Outfit

2010-09-14T18:35:00.001-07:00

Bellafina ChinCello Outfit

16" viola dimensions with interior body modifications and specially designed strings combine to make a chin-position instrument that has the sound of a cello. With a ChinCello, the strolling string quartet becomes possible, and a ChinCello is the perfect choice when performing space is limited. It's also lots of fun to play.

Yamaha SV-200 Silent Violin Performance Model

2010-09-14T18:34:00.003-07:00

Yamaha SV-200 Silent Violin Performance Model Black

Dual Piezo pickups
Under the bridge pickups provide greater dynamic range.

Two EQ modes
A simple to use EQ system provides an enhanced acoustic tone, or dry signal.

Built-in output jack
The re-positioned 1/4" output jack drapes the cable behind the player.

Studio quality pre-amp
The on-board pre-amp is virtually noise free for recording or amplifying.

Full lower bout
The redesigned lower bout accommodates a standard shoulder rest.

Acoustic playability
The neck is left unfinished to feel like any acoustic instrument.

Choice of colors
Available in black, brown, cardinal red and ocean blue.

Yamaha SV-200 Silent Violin Performance Model

2010-09-14T18:34:00.001-07:00

Suzuki Model 220 Violin

2010-09-14T18:33:00.002-07:00

Nagoya Suzuki Model 220 Violin 4/4

Genuine Suzuki instruments made in Nagoya, Japan have become the standard of quality and value in fractional sized string instruments. All of our Nagoya Suzuki instruments are shop adjusted in the United States to assure optimum playability 220 has a pressed (solid) top. and is the overwhelming choice of Suzuki educators everywhere, offering a responsive, resonant instrument at an affordable price. Painted purfling and chromesteel strings, pressed top and back (scroll has plastic top), standard ebony tailpiece with 4-Suzuki style fine tuners.

Wood Violins 5-String Fretless Viper Electric Violin

2010-09-14T18:33:00.001-07:00

Wood Violins 5-String Fretless Viper Electric Violin Natural

The 5-string Mark Wood Viper Electric Violin is lauded for its innovative design. The violin delivers outstanding tone for modern violinists and guitarists.

With its patented Chest Support System, the 5-string Viper violin is completely self-supporting.

Florea Alexandria PRO Outfit

2010-09-14T18:32:00.004-07:00

Florea Alexandria PRO Outfit

Craftsmen from Romania use their superior technique to create the beautiful Alexandria step-up violin. Hand-graduated spruce top and nicely flamed maple back, sides and neck. The golden brown spirit varnish finish adds to the instruments beauty. Complete package includes deluxe ebony fingerboard, pegs, nuts, saddle, deluxe over the tailpiece chinrest, and an ebony tailpiece with 4 gold fine tuners. Shop adjusted to MENC specifications with D'Addario Pro-Arté strings and Aubert bridge. This outfit includes an oblong wood case with a deluxe burgundy plush interior and German made Brazilwood bow.

Hand Carved

The Alexandria 100 offers a step-up violin for an entry level price. A violin with spirit varnish offers a better tone because it is thinner than lacquer used on most violins. The clean, precise craftsmanship combined with hand-graduated spruce top and flamed maple gives this violin an elegant look and a superb tone.

Included Accessories

The outfit includes D'Addario Pro-Arté strings and a French Aubert bridge to enhance tone quality. Also included is a teacher's favorite: a German made brazilwood bow and rosin. The oblong wood case with a deluxe burgundy plush interior comes with a zipper pocket on the exterior for sheet music. The stylish plush interior includes a pocket for rosin and shoulder rest and two bow holders.

Romanian Craftsmanship

The violin is made in a factory located in Reghin, Romania. This region of the world has a sizable population of skilled woodworking artisans where handcrafting violins is a centuries old tradition.

Wood Violins 5-String Fretless

2010-09-14T18:32:00.003-07:00

Wood Violins 5-String Fretless Stingray Electric Violin Silver Blue Fall

Violin
The Stingray offers a best value for today's modern violinist. Whether you are a beginning string student or a professional musician, these violins make the transition to an electric solid body seamless. These sleek and beautiful instruments deliver outstanding tone and the necessary "punch" for live performances. As an enhancement to their design, there is a slight symmetrical curve to each side of the body of the Stingray. The Stingray comes with a custom-made pegbox and chin rest.

Pickup
The Barbera transducer bridge pickup, which has a piezo pickup under each string produces sounds ranging from heavy metal/thrash to classical, jazz, and clean "acoustic sounding" music with great success.

Florea Prodigy violin outfit

2010-09-14T18:32:00.001-07:00

Florea Prodigy violin outfit 4/4 Size

We wanted outstanding playability plus durability . . . and we got it. Pegbox of better maple with properly fitted ebony pegs for easier tuning and greater tuning stability; better quality spruce top plate, with good quality maple showing light flaming; body reinforcement at typical weak points - all designed to be an instrument that promotes pride of ownership, and enjoyment of playing while surviving many of the rigors of student treatment. Complete with lightweight case and String Centre FG bow.

Knilling Perfection I Violin Outfit

2010-06-06T07:32:00.001-07:00

Knilling Perfection I Violin Outfit Outfit 3/4 size

The ideal beginning student instrument - well set up for good playability, plus with Perfection Pegs' ease of tuning and stability, practically eliminating the need to tune every day! Unlike regular friction pegs, Perfection Pegs feature a 4:1 gear reduction inside the peg for effortless, smooth, fast and precise tuning by even a beginner. Fine adjustment in seconds, not minutes, and without tailpiece fine tuners that alter the sound quality of the strings.Outfit includes lightweight dart-shaped case and brazilwood bow with natural horsehair. Made in China, Setup in the USA!

Knilling Perfection III Violin

2010-06-06T07:31:00.001-07:00

Knilling Perfection III Violin Outfit Outfit 4/4 size

For the advancing student wanting rich Romanian sound quality, but still retaining the ease and tuning precision of Perfection Pegs. Better quality tonewoods, and natural varnish finish promote exceptional depth of sound that inspires players and listeners alike. Outfitted with Perfection Pegs for ease of tuning and stability, practically eliminating the need to tune every day! Unlike regular friction pegs, Perfection Pegs feature a 4:1 gear reduction inside the peg for effortless, smooth, fast and precise tuning. Without tailpiece fine tuners, string design ratios are reestablished so your strings will sound as they were designed to sound. Outfit comes complete with pro style oblong case and brazilwood bow with natural horsehair.

Knilling VIVA Violin Shoulder Rest

2010-06-06T07:30:00.000-07:00

Knilling VIVA Violin Shoulder Rest 4/4-3/4, Purple

Knilling VIVA Violin Shoulder Rest
Ergonomically designed frame will not tip and is European crafted from virtually unbreakable BASF plastic. Features patented lateral adjustment in addition to height and width adjustment ensuring a perfect custom fit. Soft mouilded ribbed feet hug the edges for a safe and secure, non-slip grip. Available for all size violins in black plus 4 cool colors!

Silver Creek SC3EL Acoustic-Electric Violin

2010-06-04T04:02:00.001-07:00

Silver Creek SC3EL Acoustic-Electric Violin Honey Blond 4/4 with Soft Case

A fully carved acoustic-electric with Barcus Berry pickup and Super-Sensitive strings. Includes molded case and Glasser horsehair bow.

Bellafina SSE Electric Violin

2010-06-04T03:59:00.004-07:00

Bellafina SSE Electric Violin Outfit Black 4 String

Boasting both an ultra-modern design and a traditional feel, the Bellafina SSE Electric Violin Outfit offers full functionality for practice, studio, or stage.

Bellafina Model 50 Violin Outfit

2010-06-04T03:59:00.003-07:00

Bellafina Model 50 Violin Outfit 4/4

The Bellafina 50 series was specifically engineered to be the best playing and sounding instrument at a very affordable price. Careful wood selection makes a big difference. Attention to important details (like proper graduation of the top plate, not just "shaving it thin") make possible a huge, warm sound not found in many other instruments costing much more. Complete with lightweight professional-style suspension case and brazilwood bow with natural horsehair. A true players instrument.

$199.95

MSRP: $395.00 You Save: $195.05 (49%)

Florea Recital II Violin Outfit

2010-06-04T03:59:00.001-07:00

Florea Recital II Violin Outfit 4/4 Size

Rich sound and a fine value for the budget-conscious beginning student, complete with case and bow!

Musician's Friend: Spring Clearance Sale - Save Up To 75%

2010-03-10T17:09:00.000-08:00

Musician's Friend: Spring Clearance Sale - Save Up To 75%

Ren Wei Shi Artist Cello Strings 4/4 size set

2010-02-08T03:48:00.001-08:00

Ren Wei Shi Artist Cello Strings 4/4 size set

Ren Wei Shi Artist Cello Strings 4/4 size set

Ren Wei Shi Artist Viola

2010-02-08T03:47:00.000-08:00

Ren Wei Shi Artist Viola 16 Inch 889406846104

The Artist is based on a Stradavari Model of 1715 This instruments was crafted by hand in China and is entirely hand graduated to produce a full, resonant response. It is an exceptionally well made instrument that generally outperforms any instrument in its price range. Youll be proud to own one of these magnificent instruments! Available 15 1/2", 16" and 16 1/2".

$1,149.99
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MSRP: $2,419.99 You Save: $1,270.00 (52%)

Florea Alexandria Violin

2010-02-08T03:45:00.001-08:00

Florea Alexandria Violin Outfit 4/4 Size

Hand-graduated seasoned Carpathian spruce top and nicely flamed seasoned Carpathian maple back, sides and neck.The golden brown spirit varnish finish adds to the instruments beauty. Package includes ebony fingerboard, pegs, nut, saddle, Guarneri style chinrest,and an ebony tailpiece with 4 fine tuners. Shop adjusted to MENC specifications with Thomastik Dominant strings and figured maple bridge and Glasser horsehair bow. The full size outfit includes an oblong wood case with a burgundy plush interior and hygrometer. Fractional sizes include a molded hardshell (shaped) case. Made in Romania.

Josef Lazar Model 4 Double Bass

2010-02-08T03:44:00.001-08:00

Josef Lazar Model 4 Double Bass 3/4

An upright bass with a level of excellence far beyond its price.

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2009-12-10T04:00:00.001-08:00

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Ren Wei Shi Concert Model Violin Outfit

2009-11-16T03:49:00.000-08:00

Ren Wei Shi Concert Model Violin Outfit outfit 4/4 size

Ren Wei Shi Concert Model Violin Outfit
Hand-graduated instrument made of select tonewoods and reflecting expert craftsmanship and attention to detail. Features include gold-pinned ebony pegs. Spirit varnish is tastefully hand applied creating an instrument that is as much a joy to behold as it is to play. Includes Maturo Case and Premiere ArtistCF carbon fiber bow.

Ren Wei Shi Artist Model 2 Violin

2009-11-16T03:48:00.001-08:00

Ren Wei Shi Artist Model 2 Violin With Arcolla Bow & Bellafina Euro Case

Ren Wei Shi Artist 2 violin is based on a 1742 Guarneri del Gesu and is generally considered the darker sounding of the two Artist Models. Hand graduated to produce a full, resonant response. It is an exceptionally well made instrument that will outperform any violin in its price range.

Ren Wei Shi Artist Model 2 Violin
The Artist 2 model violin is based on a 1742 Guarneri del Gesu that and is generally considered the darker sounding of the two Artist Models. It is entirely hand crafted and hand graduated to produce a full, resonant response. Ren Wei Shi are excellent musical investments worthy of any advancing student, and are also played professionally.

Ren Wei Shi Artist Model 1 Violin

2009-11-16T03:47:00.002-08:00

Ren Wei Shi Artist Model 1 Violin 4/4 Violin Only 889406838833

Ren Wei Shi Artist 1 violin is based on A Stradivari Model of 1715 and is quite bright in tone. Hand graduated to produce a full, resonant response. It is an exceptionally well made instrument that will outperform any violin in its price range. You'll be proud to own this magnificent instrument!

Ren Wei Shi Artist Model 1 Violin Outfit for $1 More
Ren Wei Shi Artist 1 violin is based on a Stradivarius violin of 1715 and is quite bright in tone. Hand graduated to produce a full, resonant response. It is an exceptionally well made instrument that will outperform any violin in its price range. You'll be proud to own this magnificent instrument!

Ren Wei Shi Concert Model Violin

2009-11-16T03:47:00.001-08:00

Ren Wei Shi Concert Model Violin Standard

The Concert Violin offers the same quality and value of the Ren Wei Shi Artist violins. Expert craftsmanship and close attention to detail make this instrument an excellent choice for an advancing student. Made in China.

Ren Wei Shi Concert Model Violin
Hand-graduated instrument made of select tonewoods and reflecting expert craftsmanship and attention to detail. Features include gold-pinned ebony pegs. Spirit varnish is tastefully hand applied creating an instrument that is as much a joy to behold as it is to play.

Engelhardt School Model Cello

2009-11-15T07:52:00.000-08:00

Engelhardt School Model Cello 3/4

$649.95

MSRP: $1,285.00 Savings: $635.05(49%)

Engelhardt's most popular school instrument.

Close-grained, fully arched spruce top produces sweet, loud tone. Curly maple back, hard maple neck, plus genuine rosewood fingerboard and fittings look gorgeous and last for many hard years of play. Adjustable endpin and Glasser fiberglass bow with horsehair.

Engelhardt School Model Cello Features:

* Most popular school instrument
* Close-grained, fully arched spruce top
* Curly maple back
* Hard maple neck
* Genuine rosewood fingerboard and fittings
* Adjustable endpin
* Glasser fiberglass bow with horsehair

Florea Carpathian Double Bass

2009-11-02T04:01:00.002-08:00

Florea Carpathian Double Bass Outfit

HAND CARVED Romanian 3/4 size double bass of selected solid maple back and sides, selected solid spruce top. inlaid purfling. Italian shaped with violin corners and a flat back. Kolstein adjustable bridge and end pin. Helicore Hybrid strings for excellent bow response.Satin finish.German brass machine heads. Nylon bag with Glasser fiberglass bow.

Florea Carpathian Bass Outfit
Fully hand-carved 3/4 size double bass carefully crafted from select-grade spruce and maple. Italian shaped with violin corners, flat back, and a satin finish. Includes deluxe Kolstein adjustable bridge and end pin. Made in Romania. Outfit includes nylon carrying bag and Glasser fiberglass bow.

Florea Alexandria PRO Outfit Standard

2009-11-02T04:01:00.001-08:00

Florea Alexandria PRO Outfit Standard

Upgrade the Alexandria 100 package to the PRO package. This is the same beautiful Alexandria step-up violin. Hand-graduated spruce top and nicely flamed maple back, sides and neck. The golden brown spirit varnish finish adds to the instruments beauty. The Pro package replaces the fiberglass bow with a German made Brazilwood bow. Full Size Only. Made in Romania.

Florea Alexandria PRO Outfit
The Alexandria PRO hand crafted violin

Craftsmen from Romania use their superior technique to create the beautiful Alexandria step-up violin. Hand-graduated spruce top and nicely flamed maple back, sides and neck. The golden brown spirit varnish finish adds to the instruments beauty. Complete package includes deluxe ebony fingerboard, pegs, nuts, saddle, deluxe over the tailpiece chinrest, and an ebony tailpiece with 4 gold fine tuners. Shop adjusted to MENC specifications with dominant strings and French maple bridge. This outfit comes with an Oblong wood case with a deluxe burgundy plush interior and German made Brazilwood bow.

HANDED CARVED
THE ALEXANDRIA 100 OFFERS A STEP-UP VIOLIN FOR AN ENTRY LEVEL PRICE. A VIOLIN WITH SPIRIT VARNISH OFFERS A BETTER TONE BECAUSE THE VARNISH IS THINNER THAN THE LACQUER USED ON MOST VIOLINS. THE CLEAN PRECISE WORKMANSHIP COMBINED WITH HAND GRADUATED SPRUCE TOP AND FLAMED MAPLE GIVES THIS VIOLIN AN ELEGANT LOOK AND A SUPERB TONE.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
The outfit includes dominant strings and a French Aubert bridge to enhance the tone quality. Also included is a teacher's favorite: a German made Brazilwood bow and a rosin. The Oblong wood case with a deluxe burgundy plush interior comes with a zipper pocket for sheet music. The stylish plush interior includes a pocket for rosin and shoulder rest and 2 bow holders.

Florea Persoana Violin Outfit

2009-11-02T03:59:00.000-08:00

Florea Persoana Violin Outfit 1/4 Size

Save $95.01 (33%), MSRP $285.00
Was

$125.00 - $189.99

European fully carved violin is set-up in the US according to our exacting specifications. Fully carved and graduated violin is made from seasoned Carpathian spruce top and seasoned Carpathian maple back and side. Features inlaid purfling, all ebony fittings, Super-Sensitive strings, four Wittner tuners and figured maple bridge. Shaped case with backpack straps and wood with horsehair bow complete this exceptional beginner's outfit. Made in Romania.

Florea Persoana Violin Outfit
European fully carved violin. Shaped case and wood with horsehair bow complete this exceptional beginner's outfit. 4/4 through 1/8 sizes.

Student Violins

2009-10-25T08:15:00.000-07:00

ENTER OUR VIOLIN DEPT

Chris B's Music has many fine stringed instruments for sale and rental. We carry Meisel, Suzuki, Becker, Lidl, Leon Aubert, Hans Schuster, Englehardt and just about all other major manufacturers. Below are our three most popular instruments, the Cremona Series Violin, Viola and Cello.

All Stringed Instruments are Shop Adjusted by our in-store Luthier before shipping

Cremona 75 Violin Outfit

Sizes available: 1/16 - 4/4

Price: $99.99 US

Cremona 75 Violin Outfit

The outfit is set up to the following specifications:

Cremona 75 Violin

Hand Carved Solid Spruce top
Hand Carved Solid Maple back, neck and scroll; solid maple sides
Ebonized hardwood fittings

This outfit meets or exceeds all Music Educator's national Conference requirements for stringed instruments

Florea Timisoara Cello Outfit

2009-10-24T12:18:00.005-07:00

Florea Timisoara Cello Outfit 1/2 Size

NEW LOWER PRICE!!!! European cello offering a beautiful tone and high-quality set-up. The cello features a laminated spruce top for strength and stability, ebony pegs, fingerboard, nut, nylon-style tailpiece hanger, and an ebony tailpiece with four fine tuners. The outfit is expertly set-up to meet or exceed MENC specifications. Includes quality strings, Glasser fiberglass horsehair bow, and a TKL nylon carryng bag. Available in 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4 sizes. Made in Czech Republic.

Florea Recital II Cello Outfit

2009-10-24T12:18:00.003-07:00

Florea Recital II Cello Outfit 4/4 Size

The rich sound will amaze you!

Josef Lazar Model 50 Cello Outfit 3/4

2009-10-24T12:18:00.001-07:00

Josef Lazar Model 50 Cello Outfit 3/4

Josef Lazar Model 50 Cello Outfit 3/4

This quality-crafted European cello features a laminated spruce top and durable maple back and sides. With an ebony fingerboard and fitted with D'Addario Prelude strings, this cello will help improve your musicianship and deliver satisfaction for years to come.

Karl Willhelm Model 22

2009-10-24T12:17:00.001-07:00

Karl Willhelm Model 22 Cello 3/4

The Karl Willhelm Model 22 cello is perhaps the finest value in a fully carved cello available today.The hands of skilled craftsmen in Reghin, Romania bring this instrument into life. The cello is hand graduated and then brush varnished using the highest quality spirit varnish available - no sprayed lacquer or polyurethane. We challenge you to try finding another fully carved, European, hand varnished, fully adjusted, great looking and sounding cello anywhere near this price. Mirecourt bridge, Helicore/Kaplan professional string set (Prelude on fractional sizes), Wittner tailpiece. Made in Romania.

Florea Recital II Cello

2009-10-22T05:41:00.001-07:00

Florea Recital II Cello Outfit 4/4 Size

Florea Recital II Cello Outfit 3/4 Size

Florea Recital II Cello Outfit 1/2 Size

The Florea Recital II Cello Outfit is a fine value for budget-conscious beginning cello students. The Recital II uses genuine ebony pegs, and is now under $350. Hand-carved spruce top, maple back, sides, and neck; 4 fine tuners built in to the composite tailpiece; brazilwood bow with natural horsehair; padded bag with backpack and shoulder straps.

NS Design CR Series 5-String Electric Cello

2009-10-22T05:39:00.001-07:00

NS Design CR Series 5-String Electric Cello Amber Stain

Josef Lazar Model 12 Bass Outfit

2009-08-29T05:45:00.001-07:00

Josef Lazar Model 12 Bass Outfit 3/4

Laminated spruce top Laminated maple back and sides. Ebony fingerboard, tailpiece, and endpin. Precision German-made tuning machines. Hard maple bridge. D'Addario Prelude strings. Set up to MENC specs.

Florea Lupeni Pro Model Bass Outfit

2009-08-29T05:44:00.001-07:00

Florea Lupeni Pro Model Bass Outfit 1/2

NEW LOWER PRICE!!! The skilled craftsmen who assemble the Lupeni bass use a century old process. Made of a laminated spruce top and laminated maple back and sides, this bass includes an ebony fingerboard, nut, saddle, tailpiece and endpin. Set-up and adjusted to rigorous MENC specifications, the Lupeni bass comes standard with high quality German machine heads. Includes a figured maple bridge, Super-Sensitive strings, Cordura padded bass bag, and a Glasser fiberglass/horsehair bow. Available in sizes 3/4, 1/2 and 1/4.

Florea Carpathian Bass Outfit

2009-08-29T05:43:00.003-07:00

Florea Carpathian Bass Outfit Standard

HAND CARVED Romanian 3/4 size double bass of selected solid maple back and sides, selected solid spruce top. inlaid purfling. Italian shaped with violin corners and a flat back. Kolstein adjustable bridge and end pin. Helicore Hybrid strings for excellent bow response.Satin finish.German brass machine heads. Nylon bag with Glasser fiberglass bow.

Florea Midnight Bass Outfit

2009-08-29T05:43:00.001-07:00

Florea Midnight Bass Outfit 3/4 size black

This Florea Midnight Bass is 3/4-size stand-up bass in sleek Midnight Black with white pinstripe detailing at an amazing price.

Florea Recital II Bass Outfit

2009-08-29T05:42:00.001-07:00

Florea Recital II Bass Outfit 1/2 Size

Yamaha Standard Model AVC5 Cello Outfit

2009-08-29T05:41:00.001-07:00

Yamaha Standard Model AVC5 Cello Outfit 1/2 Size

Set to exceed MENC standards and boasting excellent quality, the AVC5 is an ideal instrument for the young beginning cellist.

Karl Willhelm Model 55 Cello

2009-08-29T05:40:00.002-07:00

Karl Willhelm Model 55 Cello Standard

The Model 55 Karl Willhelm cello is meticulously crafted by hand in the German shop tradition from aged spruce and maple under the direction of Bernd Dimbath, Violin Maker in Bubenreuth. Spirit varnish is tastefully shaded in brown with golden highlights. Tone is bright and even throughout the range. Professional set-up (in our shop) includes Kaplan Solutions A,D (medium) and Thomastik Dominant G,C (chromesteel).

Karl Willhelm Model 22 Cello

2009-08-29T05:40:00.001-07:00

Karl Willhelm Model 22 Cello 4/4

The Karl Willhelm Model 22 cello is perhaps the finest value in a fully carved cello available today.The hands of skilled craftsmen in Reghin, Romania bring this instrument into life. The cello is hand graduated and then brush varnished using the highest quality spirit varnish available - no sprayed lacquer or polyurethane. We challenge you to try finding another fully carved, European, hand varnished, fully adjusted, great looking and sounding cello anywhere near this price. Mirecourt bridge, Helicore/Kaplan professional string set (Prelude on fractional sizes), Wittner tailpiece. Made in Romania.

Bellafina Model 510 Cello Outfit

2009-08-29T05:39:00.000-07:00

Bellafina Model 510 Cello Outfit 4/4 Size

Just like every Bellafina instrument, the Model 510 cello excels in its class.Nowhere else will you find an instrument in this price range that has all these features: solid spruce top- solid maple back and ribs- inlaid ebony purfling- all that you expect in a high quality instrument. Every cello is carefully adjusted to assure that pegs, nut, soundpost, and fingerboard are set up for optimum performance. Outfit includes a Glasser fiberglass bow with horsehair and Bellafina padded Cordura bag. Made in China.

Florea Timisoara Cello Outfit

2009-08-29T05:38:00.003-07:00

Florea Timisoara Cello Outfit 3/4 Size

NEW LOWER PRICE!!!! European cello offering a beautiful tone and high-quality set-up. The cello features a laminated spruce top for strength and stability, ebony pegs, fingerboard, nut, nylon-style tailpiece hanger, and an ebony tailpiece with four fine tuners. The outfit is expertly set-up to meet or exceed MENC specifications. Includes quality strings, Glasser fiberglass horsehair bow, and a TKL nylon carryng bag. Available in 4/4, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4 sizes. Made in Czech Republic.

Florea Recital II Cello Outfit

2009-08-29T05:38:00.001-07:00

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Florea Prodigy Cello Outfit

2009-08-29T05:36:00.000-07:00

Florea Prodigy Cello Outfit 3/4 Size

Prodigy cellos are designed with beginners in mind, meaning they're easy to tune and keep in tune, they're highly durable, and they have the looks to promote pride of ownership.

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2009-05-27T04:42:00.001-07:00

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2009-03-25T03:55:00.001-07:00

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2009-03-14T08:06:00.001-07:00

NS Design CR Series 5-String Electric Cello

2009-02-25T03:39:00.001-08:00

NS Design CR Series 5-String Electric Cello Amber Stain

Step into the 21st century.

The remarkable NS Design Electric Cello is capable of replicating the delicate and precise tones of its acoustic cousin as well as enabling remarkable tone shaping through its innovative Polar piezo pickup system.

The 5 string cello features an elegant design, portability, resistance to changes in temperature/humidity, direct amplification and recording capabilities, and 3 interchangeable support systems that offer the cellist an unparalleled instrument — one worthy of both the concert stage and recording studio. The rich tones of the NS Cello are truly inspiring.

Crafted from a maple body with a flame maple top, solid rock maple neck, and a fretless ebony fingerboard with subtly beautiful cascading dot markers. A 3-way toggle switch, volume, bass, and treble EQ control active electronics that provide both electric and acoustic sounds. Includes stand and gig bag.

NS Design CR Series 5-String Electric Cello Features:

* 5-string
* Solid rock maple body and neck
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* Fretless ebony fingerboard
* Cascading dot markers
* 3-way toggle switch
* Volume
* Bass and treble EQ controls
* Active Polar piezo pickup system
* Includes stand and gig bag

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2009-01-07T05:22:00.000-08:00

SKB Thermoplastic Violin Case

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2009-01-02T04:17:00.001-08:00

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2008-11-28T05:47:00.001-08:00

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2008-08-23T06:03:00.000-07:00

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2008-03-21T07:07:00.000-07:00

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Engelhardt EC1 3/4 Bass

2007-10-08T05:00:00.001-07:00

Engelhardt EC1 3/4 Bass

Student bass with true bass tone and carrying power. Lightweight yet durable laminated construction, fully arched spruce top and maple back, hard maple neck and fingerboard. Light brown finish.

Engelhardt EM1 3/4 Bass

2007-10-08T04:59:00.001-07:00

Engelhardt EM1 3/4 Bass

The Engelhardt EM1 3/4 Bass is designed for use by high school and college students. Laminated, fully arched, lightweight yet sturdy for tone and durability. Rosewood fingerboard and tailpiece. Features spruce top, curly maple back, hard maple neck, and no-slip adjustable endpin. Bass only.

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2007-09-24T03:15:00.001-07:00

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2007-09-15T13:26:00.000-07:00

Cremona SVA200 Viola

"SVA-200 Cremona Student Viola * Hand-carved solid Spruce top * Hand-carved solid Maple back, sides, neck and scroll * Inlaid purfling * Warm brown finish * Ebony fingerboard * Polished Ebony fittings and (4) finetuners * LB-12 J. LaSalle Brazilwood bow and Ebony frog with genuine unbleached white horsehair * VP-203 Cremona 3-star bridge * C-3905 multi-ply wood hard-shell case; plush lined, nylon covered case * Shop adjusted"

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2007-08-29T04:07:00.001-07:00

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