Klaus Clement C6 Strad Model Cello
This cello was made in the workshop of master luthier Klaus Clement. Clement began learning the art of violin-making in the workshop of Karl Hoefner/Paesold in Bubenreuth, Germany. In 2010 Clement opened his own workshop in Leipzig, Germany. He is an active member in many organisations including the association of German Violin & Bow Makers. This instrument comes with a certificate, declaration of materials and photos from the maker.
The C6 has a two-piece well-flamed maple back while the top is made from spruce. It has ebony fittings & is based on a Stradivarius model. This cello has been antiqued with a good cover of golden to orange-brown varnish. Klaus Clement is well-known in particular for his varnishing. The formula he uses is constantly changing & improving as he investigates the effect of the varnish on the sound of his instruments.
Overall this cello has a bright & articulate sound. It has great projection with a focused, clear & clean tone. This instrument is ideal for early-tertiary level study and the advanced musician. This cello has been fitted with standard Larsen strings on the A and D and Thomastik Spirocore on the G and C. This string combination adds a level of brilliance to this cello’s overall brightness.
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WHAT MAKES THE CLEMENT C6 DIFFERENT TO THE CLEMENT C5?
- Higher quality of timber (seen in the higher flame on the back, sides, neck & scroll)
- A brighter sound with greater projection due to the higher grade of timber & varnishing