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- This video answers one of my most frequently asked questions. Buying a cello can be an intimidating process, and it helps to know what you should plan for. I also have a video on what to look for when you buy a cello: • 10 Tips on How to Buy ...
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Fun story : I got my fist and only cello from this lovely old lady near my town, As you said I took it to my house and played, and it was at that point I knew I had to have that cello, no matter what it takes, damm what a great sound, so warm and deep, I feel kinda bad because she only wanted to get rid of it and she sold it to me at 360 bucks, this cello is actually worthing 4000, always take a good opportunity
That's such a great find! Very fortunate!
Same here my Cello is worth about 1500-2000 British pounds. I got it from a very nice man for 500 pounds. I feel really blessed to have such a good instrument.
Your channel is a great find.
Last fall, I traded an expensive bicycle for a decent cello because, at age 56, I wanted to finally follow through on my wish "Someday I'm going to learn how to play the cello.". And watching your channel has really helped.
All I'm going to say at this point is that I can't walk past my cello without picking it up and playing for 10 or 20 minutes.
Keep posting tutorials. And I'll keep telling myself that I'll pay for a lesson or two someday.
Hello Jamie, I'm glad you found my channel! How very exciting that you decided to follow your dream. I hope that you enjoy the learning process. :)
The learning process? Nope. Not enjoying it.
I'm enjoying the fleeting moments when I get a decent sound out of it. And those are what keep me going.
*Beginner cellos: ~ $2,000*
(Pros: price, you’ll work harder to sound good so your skills will potentially advance more)
(Cons: the quality will keep you from sounding good even when you have developed your skill set)
*Advanced cellos: ~$3,000-10,000*
*Professional cellos: $12,000-30,000+*
Tips when buying:
- At local music shops, haggling is possible
- Some dealers who know you’re a beginner will try to take advantage of you and charge more then a cello is worth so always try the cello out before purchasing
- Do a lot of research before making a large investment because you’ll be with this instrument for many years
When i began playing (age 8) i rented a cello, it was true shit but it was good enough to learn the basics. Then when i was big enough to get a 3/4 cello i rented a slightly better one until i was able to play on a whole cello.
For that one i tested about 10 cellos and 10 bows i think. The seller in the shop was also a cellist himself so he could advise me very well. I ended up buying a cello for €3500,- and a bow for €100,-. I know it's a really cheap bow but i just listened to the combination of the sound and the cello and chose the one that had the best sound.
I think i've got this cello for around 5 years now i'm 21 and i'm really happy with it, I still play every day :)
Fire of Jagz I
"It's probably not you."
Most of the time, it's me. HAHA
Not knowing if I'd be any good at playing the Cello and if I'd have the patience to persist in learning, I went for a rental. Cost me 300 euro for a year, at the end of which I'll decide if I will buy one, continue renting for another year or stop. The latter option (stopping) is just a theoretical option, though :-)
I just started middle school and I'm in orchestra. Today we choose our instrument.
I picked the cello. My family is kinda poor. I guess middle class. Where can I find a cheap but good cello?
+Forest Gaming Good choice. ;) Check Sharmusic.com. You might find something!
+Sarah Joy Thanks! :D
+Forest Gaming Do you go to JSMS?Because that's what I did!I chose a cello.:D
Bebe Nolasco No, I don't I go to MMS.
+Forest Gaming Oh well I'm an idiot.I had forgotten that other schools started on September 1st too.Ok.What instrument did you pick?
when the cellos cost as much as my first car lol
NoahO6 lol
when the cellos cost 2x as much as my first car
I just bought my first cello for $136 ,,, plus an extra $5 for extra strings and it sounds amazing .
Russ Corbett where did you get it?
@@heythered3208 in his dreams
My friend bought a 4/4 basswood black cello for about $250 and it sounds fantastic :)
Wow!! That sounds like a good deal!
yeah! :D
No way :0
Wow. That's a needle in a haystack!
Was it used
I just bought my first cello from wish for $100 yesterday and It's going to be here next week, and I'm really excited! I've been binging all your videos! (Also yes I know the quality won't be the best thing in the world but I figured I would start with a cheap one to learn off/test out before dropping $1000+ on a better one)
I bought my first cello recently at a yard sale for only $25! I've never even held a cello before. It looks great but what do I know? I'm going to bring it to a music store to have it set up and to find out if it's a decent enough cello to practice on. All the TH-cam videos have helped introduce me to this instrument. I never even knew it has to have a sound post! What the heck is that?! Well, I'm on my way.
I play violin and i thought it was interesting to see videos on similar interments such as, viola, and cello. But great video!
I’m sorry but this is absurd. sick of hearing elitists telling prospective cellists that they cannot get started without saving up $1,000 dispensable income.
I’m an adult learner, started on a cecilio cco-100 for $130 couple years ago and I was happy with even the subpar sound I got at first, but as I learned to handle an instrument that was rougher I found much more satisfaction when I played well. after a year I bought some nicer jarger strings for $100 and my $230 investment sounded amazing and was such a joy to play everyday. I’ve now upgraded to a cco-300 and while I will recommend spending the extra $150 for this model if you can; I can absolutely attest that you can and should start playing cello with a $150 instrument if that’s all you can afford.
P.S.: I very much enjoy your content and the precision with which you dispense such easily understood knowledge in your teaching videos. I was only sad to hear your opinion in this video
Hi Joshua, That’s great that things worked out for you! What I don’t like is when a student starts out on a cheap instrument and then becomes discouraged to the point of quitting because of the sound quality. I certainly don’t mean to sound elitist.
I think you are asshole
I've been trying too buy a cello. And dammm. I would never get a cello on my own. Love from Egypt. 🇪🇬
I bought my cello for around $3,000, and no, I don't think it's the best thing ever, but I do love it and I actually really like the sound of it!
ALWAYS Have another musician along with you when you buy an instrument! My first cello, which I thought was really cool, but cost ~$2000, but, we luckily rented it, because that thing was worthless. I went to a smaller string shop and got an intermediate cello for the same price, and is night and day from my first one, and I had my teacher along for this one.
Yes, very important to bring along someone with experience!! I'm glad you found a good one.
For anyone that lives in or near Las Vegas, there is an awesome private business called Desert Strings that sells and rents the 4 main string instruments. What's awesome about it is you can rent for pretty cheap and 100% of the rent goes towards the instrument... however you are not locked into the instrument, so if by the time you have it "paid off" and you are ready to upgrade, you can just carry everything you have paid over and trade it in. my cello is $35 per month and my wife's violin is $15 per month. the only thing that doesn't go towards instrument is $5 maintenance and insurance per month and $3 for violin. when you first rent you have to give 3 months upfront. but still $150 to walk away with 2 high quality instruments for 3 months is not bad. they might have 2 other locations in eastern states but I'm not sure where.
the brand of violin my wife got is a Caprice and the Cello is an Angel Taylor. I believe the owner said his Caprice instruments are handmade by his family in... China? I think... not sure the reputation of those brands but the quality certainly sounds good to me.
I just got my first cello. A Cecilio CECO maple wood 4/4 electric cello. It was 500$ and i havent played it yet but just plcking the strings it sounds decent.
My cello teacher has a really old Italian cello and he claims that it cost him $250,000 for it. It's so crazy! But I have gotten the chance to play it and it lovely. This video is very helpful considering I'm looking into upgrading my beginner cello. Thank you so much for posting this video!
+Brynn McCullough wow!! I'd believe it! Well awesome, I'm glad it can help.
Hi Sarah, I have been really wanting to learn to play Cello. I am 36 years old now. I know it's never too late to learn anything, but again...what do you think? :D I am very inspired by your videos. I am also quite amazed by the prices of cellos you mentioned. I probably will have to go for a much cheaper price...hopefully I can get one. Would you know any online shops that sells cello and even used ones that can ship to India? BTW...I have not played cello even once. Just touched it a couple of times. Thanks for your help! You are amazing!
Hello! It is never too late, go for it! I don't know which companies ship internationally, but I usually refer people to sharmusic.com.
Thanks Sarah! Appreciate it. :)
Definitely, get a decent beginner cello... I have a very cheap 300 euro cello its very hard to play but yes forces me to play like it's the end of the world just to compensate to make a somewhat decent sound, but I will get me a decent one once I think I can play some decent tones
Once you get a new one, you'll be super super happy with your playing. I'm excited about that.
Me, 140 € for a used 3/4 Rumenian one... I had to put down the strings, but.... A start is always better than nothing, I love it !!!
One day I've known a guy tgat was studying at the city conservatorium
and his cello was 600.000.000 at the time italian liras that is like
today's 400.000 €, and 60.000 of taday €uros for two bows!!!! wtf 😮😮😮
Love this video, I followed you in instagram and now I see your videos in TH-cam. Thank you for sharing your experiences :)
Oh hi! Thanks for finding me over here!!
Thanks Sarah, Just started watching your channel. Great help and guidance :)
Hi!! I’m glad you found my channel. Thanks for watching. :)
what are your thoughts on an electric cello for a beginner?
I wouldn't recommend it honestly. On an electric, you won't fully experience the range of tones that an acoustic produces and therefore, won't learn how to produce these varied tones, dynamics, nuances, etc..
Buy a used one can also be an option, I think.
PauL TerL used cello’s can be great if there’s a used cello you really like but usually in a quality instrument you won’t be saving much money at all.
Heyy can someone help me? What is the best between this two Cellos Bellafina Prodigy Cello cost $800 Or Franz Hoffmann cost $869
Thanks for help and sorru for my bad english!
Personally, I will have to say the Franz Hoffman cello, partly because I haven't played on the Bellafina cello. So, I can't really compare the two, but the Franz Hoffmann definitely won't disappoint.
Hi, Sarah. I have a line on a Mathias Thoma cello at a really good price. From what I’ve seen in the market, it’s a good make, being crafted in Romania. I play guitar so am familiar with acoustic instrument construction. I think I can make a decent evaluation of it and am going to look at it. It’s from a private owner who doesn’t play. Since they are local to me, I can get my hands on it. Otherwise, I would never buy sight unseen. Also a cello at any classical instrument store would be beyond my price point. This individual is eager to sell and therefore is offering it at a real low price. I’ll let you all know how I do.
How much does it usually cost to commission a cello?
I actually found a Cecilia cco-100 next to a dumpster. Very clean the only thing is that it doesn't have the be bridge piece. I'm not sure if that is what it is called.and one string
I have never played the instrument I would like to get what I need to try and I'm excited to try. What is the value of the two components for me to fix.
Thank you so much for the advice!
+ysis periwinkle Glad to help!
Dobyou have any idea how much a 1975 suzuki cello cost?
I bought a really good cello for $1200 a while ago. The brand is Bellafina. I love my cello!
I'll definitely mention that name to other students!
What are your thoughts on electric cellos, for beginners? I was desperate to learn cello (blame apocalyptica and the fact that some of the best pop/rock songs always have a cello line to make them super emotional), but there was no way I was going to afford $1,800 on an instrument - not for a expressionist hobby.
So I looked for electric cellos (hoping that they were just as good as electric guitars) - I found one in UK for £450 new (called a Stagg) and it has kept me good so far. - Though now I'm worried that I'm just ignorant of how good they Should be.
can u try to do a cello cover of the theme from attack on titan?? (the first theme)
I got my cello for 100 bucks from a college student upstate (we were then locked out of the car and had to call the cops lol) . It wasn't perfect but it was better than nothing. My orchestra teacher was the sweetest and fixed it up for me.^^ The nut was too high so she just sanded it down and the bridge as well I believe. But it has developed seam cracks on the left front side and right back side ( If that makes sense). And it's sounds ok, not bad at all. The 'C' string is a bit of a rattler but I don't mind it.^^
I have a Giuseppe Galiano cello. It was originally priced for $7k, but we talked the seller down to $3.5k. Except for the loud wolftone, it's not a terrible instrument.
isn't there a way to fix the wolftone... like the placement of a peg inside.... or something
hi Sarah, I am mainly a blues and rock gitarist but lately Ive become interested in Classics music and I just love the Sound and expression of the cello.
I was wondering how similar the guitar and cello techniques are and if my Experience as guitar player (I am also familliar with fretless basses but with position markers) gives me some kind of "Head start"?
Hi there, I think any kind of previous musical experience is going to give you a head start. Considering that you played fretless bass, your ear will already be well-adjusted to hearing notes in the lower octaves; this is a helpful thing!
My main instrument I use costs about 10k and 1k for the bow
I'm looking to buy either a carlo lamberti sonata cello or an otto ernst fischer bianca cello - but 'm unable to choose between the two as there are no video samples available - i was told that the otto ernst has a more dark mellow sound, while carlo lamberti is clear and bright - but i don't know the difference between the two. Can you help me decide, please?
Hello. I am considering a new instrument in the 3-5 thousand range. Are you familiar with Jay Haide 100 series, the Eastman 501, and Roderich Paesold 601 or 602? I played all these and they were good at the shop. Unfortunately the Jay Haide ancienne is a bit pricey, though it was very nice. If you have any experience with these cellos, would love your comments. Thanks!
I graduated high school where I used a school cello for 7 years, and now I don't have anything to play, I don't want to get a beginner cello though, what brand do you recommend for a deep, tone full cello for a college student under $2000 ?
I don't generally recommend according to brand. My best advice is found here: th-cam.com/video/1Z9J5VZsfwg/w-d-xo.html (It's an older video, so please forgive the low quality)
I have a 4/5 cello and it was 500$ with the bow so.....ya. It just has like 4 wolf tones :( help?
Oh no :( Well, sometimes learning on a not-so-great instrument causes you to work harder, and in turn, be a better player.
hello! Can you help us with the bow? I really need to buy one but I don't know how to choose it. what are the best ones? brands, prices.. thank you so much! love your videos
+Kessy Lais It's important to match the bow to the cello. Ask a luthier to help you find a good one for the brand of your cello.
I found two cellos on amazon, they are both full size and one cost $185.95 and the other is $299.95, and they are both student cellos, but i dont know if should trust them. should i trust it or no?
No, I definitely would not buy online.
Please don't buy a cello off of Amazon...
Is my old cello worth anything? I inherited it last year. My great grandmother said her ancestor bought it on a trip to italy long ago.
The paper inside i think says Andreo Guarner . Cremo1695. Hard to read though very old paper and in latin. Cello is in decent good condition it seems. I thought to turn it into a dvd shelf.
Hi! I'm italian, and looked it up for you with the right letters.
Andrea Guarneri, Cremona.
It's a real thing. So you should probably check for yourself the worth by a lutist (sorry if I didn't do that research online, I just wanted to give you the basic info to proceed, because I'm sleepy right now). Wish you luck!
You do not need to spend 3000 dollars on a beginner cello.
Somethings wrong with the SharMusic link
Fixed it. Thanks!
Crazy, I literally just dropped my beginner cello off at Wayne Burak for repair. Small world, haha. Did you buy your cello from there?
I'm looking into a cello but theres only like one music shop near me and because I'm a beginner I don't know what to look for in a cello because as I said I'm a beginner or might be a beginner.People in comments if you know anything more then I do or might want to explain somethings that would be so great because honestly I don't kno what I'm doing. Thanks in advanced
I have a video on how to buy a cello. Should help :)
Sarah Joy thank you!!!
Its been a life long dream of mine to learn to play Cello. But now I am 30 years old. Would it be possible for me to start learning cello at his age. Also in Bangladesh, Cellos are not available. If I want to bring one from abroad, which mode is safe and dependable to go for without hearing and knowing anything about cello?
+Hasibul Haque It is definitely not too late! I would check Sharmusic.com for a good full size cello.
Hasibul Haque I'm 29 yrs. And thinking the same--my parents told me they couldn't afford any music lessons when I was a child...def. anticipate doing it one day. until then, I appreciate listening to other's hard work.
I’m 45 and I’ve been taking lessons for 6 weeks and I’m pretty much done with Suzuki 1 book which we only use for the songs. I’m am putting in the work and progressing nicely. Don’t wait get started now!
Would you recommend a Capri Cello for an intermediate cellist?
I've never played on one, so I can't really say. Sorry!
How much did your cello cost? I love your videos ❤️
+Jessica Khaw If I can remember correctly, it was in the range of 10K. It was that or a car. Lol
Hey :) I seem to comment on a lot of your videos sorry 😂 recently changed my C string and it won't... Play. Like my bow won't play on it and even if I pluck it, it vibrates violently but it's perfectly in tune. I'm not sure if I even make sense but hopefully you understand and can hopefully help. Thanks
You're good! It sounds as though you tuned it an octave lower than it should be. So, it might be the right note, but it will need to be tightened up another octave.
I'm surprised at these prices. Maybe good cellos are just cheaper in Asia? I got a really good cello for about USD1,800. sounds great and easy to play. Made in China though. But if it sounds good and is easy to play that should be all that matters?
+K Lu Yep, that's all that matters. :) Those are just the prices here in the U.S. If you go to little instrument shops and really spend time searching around, you could find a better deal, but that can be a very very long process.
what do you think about yamaha's cello?
Their electric cello option is good
+Sarah Joy yes, but i want to know your opinion about acustic cello
+sarahjoy Sarah! I've recently found your channel and I am in love with your videos! I'm beginning to learn how to play now but I want to buy a good cello - even if it's more expensive - because I believe it will be best in the long haul. However, because I'm a newbie, I have no idea about the differences between them. For instance: what's the sound difference between a Montagnana and a Stradivarius? Thanks for everything!
Oh wonderful! That's exciting! Well, I really don't like going by brand names. The best thing to do, is to just go to a reputable shop, try out at least 15-20 cellos, and pick which one has a tone that you like. That's how I found mine. It's an old German cello from the 60's. I do have a video that could help: th-cam.com/video/1Z9J5VZsfwg/w-d-xo.html
+Sarah Joy oh, thank you SO much for taking the time to reply! I'm gonna try to do that. The only problem is that over here (Brazil) it's common to either buy those production-line cellos (very poor craftsmanship) or you go to a luthier for a custom made one, which is A) Much more expensive and B)You don't have much of a choice, you "order" one and what you get is...well, what you get!lol I asked about Strad x Montagnana because people say there's a significant sound difference because of the way they're built. Montagnanas supposedly have a deeper sound, but being new to all of this, I truly don't know. Oh well, I'm gonna follow your advice and try many different ones until I find "the one"! Thank you again for sharing your talent and expertise with the rest of us! You're a gem!
Hello Sarah, i follow your channel with great pleasure. I am a 42-year-old Portuguese native who started about a year and a half ago studying and practicing cello.
I'm trying to upgrade my cello. But I have little budget. In your opinion, what makes the biggest difference? New strings or new bow?
My cello is a version of the "Stentor" for students and the original strings as well as the bow are not very good...
Thanks and I'll be waiting for new videos. :)
R
I feel like I should know how to answer this question, but I'm afraid I don't. I do know, however, that strings are generally cheaper than buying a new bow. For good quality, inexpensive strings - try Kaplans?
What state do you live in?
I actually found mine at a thrift store. Apparently its a decent brand too
That’s awesome!!! Sometimes that can happen, by very rarely.
Ummm. $2,000 is way too much for a beginner that does not even know if He/She will want to continue. You can also RENT MONTHLY for about $51 a month. WHAT ABOUT A used one?
Hi! I play the cello for my school's orchestra team but I live in Asia. Do you know where to find one ? I am currently borrowing the cello from my school .My teacher suggested that we can get a decent one at around 800 USD (converted ), yet I haven't got the chance to stumble by a music shop and how do you know what kind of rosin to buy ? Thanks !
I honestly would not know much about instrument shops in your area. Once you find one, they might carry Larson rosin. That's the one that I use, and I like it very much!
Thanks a lot !
By the way there are only 3 music shops in my state and they only sell pirastro rosin so ... I have to just deal with it.
So, the Cecilio CCO Black on Amazon is $180. Thoughts?
Very cheap cello, not worth it if I was you.
You can buy it if you want, but I'm warning you.
Honestly, those are not that bad. Ignore Alan. When you first buy it, you have to play on the strings for a bit before they start to sound decent. When I bought it, I loved it to be honest.
I'm just saying it's not the best. But go ahead. ;c;
I agree! I had an orchestras teacher that could make a branch sound like sweet music from the Heavens.
Acoustic or electric for my 1st??? Pls help
If you plan on playing seriously then probably go acoustic , but if you plan on playing on the side just as a small hobby then electric would be the way to go.
Thank you! I'm actually renting an acoustic and been taking lessons for a month now, LOVING IT.
My cello was $330 //: do I suck???
i got a sandner SC-6. i think its crap for what she said the prices will be :CCCC hahahaha
Well that settles my question. I can't get a cello.
Don’t give up!! You never know what kind of deals you may find. If you feel stuck, I’d find an orchestra director in your town. They’re usually pretty well connected and might know someone willing to sell or even give an instrument away.
@@sarahjoyrecordings why thank you! In the true fashion of a musician, you have lifted my spirit.
where are u from?
Texas!
Sarah Joy cool
Great Video... WOW .... $11,000 WOW.... BTW ... Where's your cat?
Wanting to play cello but also being poor... 🐙🐙🐙
is a cello that is 800 dollars good quality?
ehhh... In some rare cases, yes.
Thank God my school lets us rent cellos. £18 per term.
I have a 500$ cello, does that mean I can't learn? :(
of course you can, I learned on 200$ cello
No you can't .. if you need to ask that question that's the answer
Why so much money for a cello. Dam. Does a 1000 dollar cello sound good, nothing too good, but thats decent.
It's probably not you..... probably lol 😆