The Makers:

Amber Strings Workshop traces its roots to a family tradition of violin making that began in Beijing during the 1980s. Combining generations of craftsmanship with modern production techniques, the workshop has earned a reputation for producing well-crafted violins, violas, cellos, and basses for students and advancing musicians.

Appearance:

This cello has a beautifully antiqued dark orange-brown varnish over medium grained spruce top and narrow flamed maple back.

Sound & Feel:

Its tone is warm and complex with openness and ring with an easy response.

Materials:

Belly: Spruce, Two-Piece

Back: Maple, Two-Piece

Specs:

Back length: 76.2 cm

String length: 69.1 cm

This model is made in the Amber Strings workshop whose master makers are sent to Cremona to learn the European tradition of cello making.