Best Gewa Acoustic Cellos 2026
Premium Gewa acoustic cellos - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
⭐
4.7/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Maestro 31 Cello 4/4
by
Gewa
Chamber Music
Solo Performance
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Essential orchestral voice
- • Versatile across musical periods
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Gewa Maestro 31 Cello 4/4CelloSolidwell-flamed maple back and sidesSolidfine-grained spruce topSlightly shadeddark red...
⭐
4.7/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 548622
$3,289
#2
⭐
4.8/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Gewa Maestro 2 Cello Set 4/4 CB
by
Gewa
Chamber Music
Solo Performance
Classical
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Essential orchestral voice
- • Rich, warm lower register
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
Gewa Maestro 2 Cello Set 4/4 CBCello SetSize: 4/4Hand-selectedEuropean tonewoodBack and sides made of solid well flamed...
⭐
4.8/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 548474
$1,859
#3
⭐
4.5/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Maestro 6 Lefthanded Cello 4/4
by
Gewa
Orchestra
Contemporary Classical
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Rich, warm lower register
- • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
- • Advanced technique required
Gewa Maestro 6 Lefthanded Cello 4/4Left Handed Cello 4/4Completely solid wood 4/4 cello with solid top and solid flamed...
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4.5/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 448628
$2,079
#4
⭐
5.0/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Gewa Maestro 6 Cello 7/8
by
Gewa
Contemporary Classical
Classical
Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Rich, warm lower register
- • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Expensive quality instruments
Gewa Maestro 6 Cello 7/8Solid Wood CelloSize: 7/8Solid wood topSolid flamed maple backFingerboard: EbonyInlaid...
⭐
5.0/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 378884
$1,859
#5
⭐
4.6/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Gewa Rubner Concert Cello AM 4/4
by
Gewa
Solo Performance
Orchestra
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Rich, warm lower register
- • Expressive bowing techniques
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Expensive quality instruments
Gewa Rubner Concert Cello AM 4/44/4 concert celloHandmade in the GEWA professional workshop according to the old Rubner...
⭐
4.6/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 512299
$6,039
#6
⭐
4.5/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Germania Rom Ant. Cello 7/8
by
Gewa
Chamber Music
Contemporary Classical
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range capability
✓ PROS
- • Expressive bowing techniques
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
- • Expensive quality instruments
Gewa Germania Rom Ant. Cello 7/87/8 CelloOld-imitated concert celloSelected spruce top with calibrated soundSides and...
⭐
4.5/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 524482
$3,069
#7
⭐
4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Gewa Germania 11L Paris Ant. Cello
by
Gewa
Contemporary Classical
Chamber Music
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Rich, warm lower register
✓ PROS
- • Expressive bowing techniques
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
Gewa Germania 11L Paris Ant. CelloCelloLefthand / left-handed modelSize: 4/4Old-imitated concert celloSelected spruce...
⭐
4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 532160
$2,629
#8
⭐
4.5/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Maestro 2 Cello Set 4/4 MB
by
Gewa
Solo Performance
Chamber Music
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Rich, warm lower register
- • Expressive bowing techniques
✗ CONS
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
- • Advanced technique required
Gewa Maestro 2 Cello Set 4/4 MBCello SetSize: 4/4Hand-selectedEuropean tonewoodBack and sides made of solid well flamed...
⭐
4.5/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 548473
$1,859
#9
⭐
4.6/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Gewa Georg Walther Concert Cello GA
by
Gewa
Orchestra
Contemporary Classical
Classical
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Rich, warm lower register
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Advanced technique required
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Gewa Georg Walther Concert Cello GAConcert celloSize: 4/4Hand-selectedbeautiful fine flamed maple backSelectedwith...
⭐
4.6/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 512311
$4,169
#10
⭐
4.7/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Gewa Georg Walther Concert Cello MO
by
Gewa
Orchestra
Chamber Music
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range capability
✓ PROS
- • Rich, warm lower register
- • Versatile across musical periods
✗ CONS
- • Advanced technique required
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Gewa Georg Walther Concert Cello MOConcert Cello Montagnana 4/4Handmade in the Gewa master workshopInspired by a model...
⭐
4.7/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 548647
$4,378
#11
⭐
4.7/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Gewa Germania 11L Berlin Ant. Cello
by
Gewa
Orchestra
Classical
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Expressive bowing techniques
✓ PROS
- • Versatile across musical periods
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Advanced technique required
- • Expensive quality instruments
Gewa Germania 11L Berlin Ant. CelloLeft-handed Cello 4/4An old-imitated concert cello made in GermanySelected spruce...
⭐
4.7/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 532159
$3,069
#12
⭐
4.7/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Gewa Maestro 1 Cello 4/4
by
Gewa
Chamber Music
Orchestra
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Expressive bowing techniques
- • Rich, warm lower register
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
Gewa Maestro 1 Cello 4/44/4 CelloEuropean tonewoodHand-selectedBack and sides made of solidwell flamed European...
⭐
4.7/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 548353
$1,639
#13
⭐
4.8/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Gewa Pure Celloset EW 4/4
by
Gewa
Classical
Chamber Music
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range capability
✓ PROS
- • Wide dynamic range capability
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
Gewa Pure Celloset EW 4/4Cello OutfitSize: 4/4Solid spruce topSolid maple backInlaid purflingFingerboard and tuning...
⭐
4.8/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 360278
$934
#14
⭐
4.7/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Gewa Maestro 6 Antique Cello 4/4
by
Gewa
Orchestra
Classical
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Expressive bowing techniques
- • Rich, warm lower register
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
Gewa Maestro 6 Antique Cello 4/4CelloSolid 4/4 cello with solid top and solidwell flamed maple backEbony...
⭐
4.7/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 548561
$2,024
#15
⭐
4.8/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Germania 11 Berlin Antik Cello
by
Gewa
Contemporary Classical
Chamber Music
Classical
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Versatile across musical periods
- • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
Gewa Germania 11 Berlin Antik Cello 4/4CelloSize: 4/4Tone craftedselected spruce topSides and back made of selected...
⭐
4.8/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 355521
$3,069
How to Choose the Best Acoustic Cellos
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced acoustic cellos typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
