Cellos For Beginners ($1350-$1995)

We stock several different models of cellos for beginners including the very popular Kreisler #130 series as well as violins from Raggetti and Shimro. In addition we also have some second-hand and ex-rental stock. For the latest list of these instruments please contact us.

Choosing Your First Cello

Choosing your first cello can be a little confusing but our aim is to make it as simple as possible.

1.Choose Your Size

If you are a parent buying for your son or daughter, the first thing to work out is the size that your child needs. It is very difficult to do this without some experience so we would suggest getting advice from either your teacher or from one of our friendly staff. It is equally difficult to give advice about size over the net so we would suggest coming into our store with your child.

2. Choose The Quality

Once you have worked out what size you need, you will next need to decide what quality cello you want. You may have noticed on ebay and some other sites that there are some very cheap cellos on the market. In our experience it can be false economy to spend less, especially if it is your first cello. Cheap cellos are plagued with problems such as bridges and soundposts that aren't fitted properly, pegs that don't stay in tune and bows that aren't straight and don't tighten just to name a few. We therefore don't sell any cellos that don't at least meet our minimum requirements. Also rest assured that all our cellos have been professionally set-up. A set-up involves reshaping the bridge, fingerboard nut and sound post so that they fit and function correctly, servicing the pegs for ease of tuning and generally testing the playability and functionality of the cello to ensure that you wont have any problems.

As a rough guide we recommend the Kreisler #130 and #20 cellos as ideal for absolute beginners up until approximately an AMEB or trinity 3rd to 4th grade standard. The Kreisler #200 and #300 have a much more rich and powerful sound and are also ideal for begginers but we feel they are capable of performing up to approximately an AMEB or trinity grade 5 or 6. If you have already passed beyond an AMEB/Trinity grade 5 or 6, or if you think that you're after something a little better, then we would recommend looking at our range of intermediate and advanced instruments.

3. Choose Your Accessories

Its important to have everything you need to start playing. Unless otherwise stated, all our student outfits come as a package with the instrument, bow, case and rosin. You will also of course need music! We stock many different tutors as well as instructional DVDs and other learning tools to get you started. Having difficulty tuning? These days electronic tuners are available, relatively inexpensive and take the hassle out of learning to tune.

Kreisler #130 Cello Outfit (Beginners)
An ideal instrument for beginners or school programs, the Kreisler #130 series is well-built, reliable, and produces a bright tone. Each instrument is hand selected and set up by us ensuring consistency of quality. Its boxwood pegs and modern tailpiece makes tuning easier, eliminating the hassles normally associated with cheaper cellos. Made in China.		$1350.00 (Available in 1/8 - 4/4 sizes)
Outfit includes: Boxwood pegs and chinrest Ebony fingerboard Tailpiece with fine adjusters in-built Piranito or Jargar Strings	Inlaid purfling Bow - wood with horsehair Soft black bag
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St Antonio Cello Outfit (Beginners)
Made by the Korean company 'Shimro' who pioneered the production of quality student instruments in Asia using German-built violin making machinery and methods. Today, Shimro has a strong reputation with Australian teachers and music educators. The 'St Antonio' model is made in Shimro's factory in China. All instruments pass a stringent quality control by Shimro and are personally selected and set up by us.		$1395.00 (Available in 1/8 - 4/4 sizes)
Outfit includes: Ebony pegs and fingerboard Tailpiece with fine adjusters in-built Piranito Strings	Inlaid purfling Bow - carbon fibre Woodshell shaped case
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Kreisler #20 Outfit (Beginners)
With its stylish dark finish and its carefully selected tonewoods, the Kreisler #20 series looks and plays like a much more expensive cello. Teachers everywhere have been recommending these cellos for both beginners and intermediate level students.		$1695.00 (Available in 4/4, 7/8 & 3/4 sizes)
Outfit includes: Ebony pegs and fingerboard Tailpiece with fine adjusters in-built Jargar Strings	Inlaid purfling Bow - Carbon Fibre Deluxe padded bag
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Kreisler #55C Outfit (Beginners/Intermediate)
With its stylish dark finish and its carefully selected tonewoods, the Kreisler #55C series looks and plays like a much more expensive cello. Teachers everywhere have been recommending these cellos for both beginners and intermediate level students. This model is similar to the #20 series but with an "Antique" finish and more carefully selected tonewoods.		$1995.00 (Available only 4/4 size)
Outfit includes: Ebony pegs and fingerboard Tailpiece with fine adjusters in-built Jargar Strings	Inlaid purfling Bow - Carbon Fibre Deluxe padded bag
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