The Makers:

Jay Haide instruments are handcrafted violins, violas, cellos, and basses through the collaboration of Jay Ifshin and Haide Lin. Established in the early 1990s, the workshop was founded with the vision of offering musicians instruments that deliver the tonal richness and good craftsmanship at an accessible price. Today, Jay Haide instruments are renowned for their quality, consistency, and exceptional value, making them a popular choice among students, educators, and professional performers worldwide.

Appearance:

This “Strad” model Haide cello perfectly represents the high standard of the Jay Haide instruments, with the beautifully antiqued finish that is characteristic of Haide instruments this cello is marked with a reddish-brown varnish.

Sound & Feel:

Powerful, rich, and with a finesse and sensibility to match, this cello offers a warm, robust lower end coupled with an innate projection on the upper end that every cellist wants and needs.

Materials:

Belly: Spruce, Two-Piece

Back: Maple, Two-Piece

Specs:

Back length: 68.6 cm

String length: 64.2 cm