Do I need a hard case for my cello?

Do I need a hard case for my cello?

The more travelling you do, the greater your need to fully protect your cello with a hard case or very well padded soft case. If you’re likely to do a lot of walking with your cello, you don’t want a case that will weigh you down and cause back or shoulder ache.

What are hard cello cases made of?

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Most hard cello cases are constructed of fiberglass, wood, or compacted foam. If you travel a lot, you will want a stronger cello case to protect from damage.

How heavy is a cello with Case?

Cellos are not light! Cellos usually weigh between 5 and 7 pounds by themselves. However, once you add a hard cello case, bow, and other cello accessories, the weight can quickly go up to 20 to 25 pounds.

How big are cello cases?

Inside dimension: Cello Case 4/4 Full Size Overall Length (include endpin) 131.5cm (51.8in); Body Length 77.5cm (30.5in); Upper Bout 37.5cm (14.8in); Lower Bout 48.5cm (19.1in); Waist 36.5cm (14.4in); Max Depth Include Bridge 32.0cm (12.6in) Body Depth 23.0cm (9.1in) Endpin 6.0cm (2.4in) Package Contents : Crossrock …

Why are cello cases so expensive?

Most cello cases are made of fiberglass and/or carbon fiber. This also contributes to the cost of owning a cello. Due to the above factors, a student-quality cello would cost from $3,000 to $10,000, and a professional-quality cello would cost from $10,000 to the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

How do I choose a cello case?

Budget. Probably the most important factor in deciding what kind of cello case you should get. The higher your budget, the more options you will have, and the better the case you can get. Generally if you have a budget above $1000, it’s fairly easy to find a light, durable, and protective cello case.

What makes a good cello case?

Suspension system hard cases are designed for the cello to be protected and float on a cushion of foam padding. These modern cases have an outer shell made from lightweight materials such as carbon fiber and are the best cases for cellos.

How much should I spend on a cello case?

You can expect to pay anywhere from 229.00 for a oblong case like the Travelite TL-20 Deluxe model but for the most part, quality soft and hard shell cello cases are in the $500 to $600 range as is the case with the soft Moorodian Soft Case and the hard Crossrock CRF4000CEFRG.

How expensive is a good cello?

How much a cello costs is often associated with the quality of sound the instrument produces and the craftsmanship that went into building the instrument. Student cellos are the lowest-cost, averaging around $300-$400, while the highest-cost cellos, professional level, can be well over $10,000.

How much do cello cases cost?

Why are cellos so expensive?

However, cellos are among the most expensive of all orchestral instruments. Cellos have some pretty special parts made of relatively rare materials. The pegs, nut, fingerboard, and tailpiece are all made of ebony, an incredibly hard and dense wood that is also quite rare.

Are Chinese made cellos any good?

Yes, you can still buy really mediocre cellos from China and other places (for very little money), but for new cellos under $10,000, we feel that no one can compete with the Chinese in workmanship (a good Chinese cello is clean throughout the inside: blocks, linings, jointery), varnish (to augment their regular good …

What kind of cases are used for cellos?

Protection – Most hard cases are either made of a material called ABS, carbon fiber, or carbon composite. Internally, there are basically two typical systems: suspension and non-suspension. Suspension cases protect the cello better.

What’s the difference between hard and soft cello cases?

You can also buy a soft cello case, also called a gig bag, but today is all about the hard case. The main reason to choose a hard case over a soft one is pretty obvious: the level of protection. A cello is a big investment so you want to adequately protect that investment. A soft case offers very limited protection if any.

Do you need extra protection for your cello?

If you are planning on flying with your cello, your cello will most likely need extra protection. We’ll plan to tackle this topic soon. (This post contains affiliate links, which means CelloGuide receives a small commission if you make a purchase using these links. There is no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support of CelloGuide!)