Best Acoustic Cellos Under $2,000 2026
Affordable acoustic cellos under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
⭐
4.8/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Hidersine Piacenza Cello Set 4/4
by
Hidersine
Contemporary Classical
Orchestra
Classical
Key Feature:
• Expressive bowing techniques
✓ PROS
- • Essential orchestral voice
- • Versatile across musical periods
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Expensive quality instruments
Hidersine Piacenza Cello Set 4/4Cello SetSize: 4/4Solid selected hand-carved spruce topSolid flamed maple bodyEbony...
⭐
4.8/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 571228
$1,528
#2
⭐
4.8/5
(2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Hidersine Veracini Cello Set 4/4
by
Hidersine
Contemporary Classical
Chamber Music
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Versatile across musical periods
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
Hidersine Veracini Cello Set 4/4Cello SetSize: 4/4Solid selected hand-carved spruce topSolid hand-carved flamed maple...
⭐
4.8/5
(2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 571227
$1,759
#3
⭐
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
#4
⭐
4.9/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Ideale VC2 Cello 4/4
by
Gewa
Orchestra
Classical
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Rich, warm lower register
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Gewa Ideale VC2 Cello 4/44/4 CelloSolid celloMade of European tonewoodsSelected solid European spruce topBack and sides...
⭐
4.9/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 548249
$1,419
#5
⭐
4.8/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Gewa Allegro VC1 Cello Set 7/8 MB
by
Gewa
Orchestra
Contemporary Classical
Classical
Key Feature:
• Expressive bowing techniques
✓ PROS
- • Wide dynamic range capability
- • Versatile across musical periods
✗ CONS
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
- • Advanced technique required
Gewa Allegro VC1 Cello Set 7/8 MBCello SetSize: 7/8Solid cello made of European tonewoodsSolid European spruce topSolid...
⭐
4.8/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 525808
$1,066
#6
⭐
4.9/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Roth & Junius Europe Orchestra Cello Set A/B
Solo Performance
Chamber Music
Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Versatile across musical periods
- • Rich, warm lower register
✗ CONS
- • Advanced technique required
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
Roth & Junius Europe Orchestra Cello Set A/B*Bundle offer comprising*, Roth & Junius Europe Orchestra Cello...
⭐
4.9/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 610163
$1,804
#7
⭐
4.9/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Roth & Junius Europe Orchestra Cello Set A/E
Chamber Music
Classical
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range capability
✓ PROS
- • Versatile across musical periods
- • Rich, warm lower register
✗ CONS
- • Expensive quality instruments
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Roth & Junius Europe Orchestra Cello Set A/E*Bundle offer comprising*, Roth & Junius Europe Orchestra Cello...
⭐
4.9/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 610164
$1,804
#8
⭐
4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Gewa Ideale VC2 Cello Set 4/4 CB
by
Gewa
Orchestra
Contemporary Classical
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Expressive bowing techniques
✓ PROS
- • Wide dynamic range capability
- • Versatile across musical periods
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
Gewa Ideale VC2 Cello Set 4/4 CB4/4 Cello SetSolid celloMade from European tonewoodsSelected solid European spruce...
⭐
4.7/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 548252
$1,584
#9
⭐
4.5/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Maestro 2 Cello 4/4
by
Gewa
Contemporary Classical
Classical
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Expressive bowing techniques
- • Rich, warm lower register
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Gewa Maestro 2 Cello 4/4CelloSize: 4/4Hand-selectedEuropean tonewoodBack and sides made of solidbeautifully flamed...
⭐
4.5/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 548468
$1,639
#10
⭐
4.5/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Yamaha VC 5S44 Cello 4/4
by
Yamaha
Classical
Contemporary Classical
Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Wide dynamic range capability
- • Rich, warm lower register
✗ CONS
- • Advanced technique required
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
Yamaha VC 5S44 Cello 4/4Cello 4/4Handmade cello from handpicked woodsSolid spruce topSolid maple backEbony...
⭐
4.5/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 111061
$1,499
#11
⭐
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
#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
(41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Gewa Allegro VC1 A Cello 4/4 CB
by
Gewa
Classical
Orchestra
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Versatile across musical periods
✓ PROS
- • Versatile across musical periods
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Advanced technique required
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
Gewa Allegro VC1 A Cello 4/4 CBCelloSize: 4/4Solid cello made of European tonewoodsSolid European spruce topSolid...
⭐
4.8/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 561561
$1,231
#14
⭐
4.9/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Roth & Junius Europe Orchestra Cello An/Bw
Classical
Chamber Music
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Rich, warm lower register
✓ PROS
- • Essential orchestral voice
- • Expressive bowing techniques
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and awkward to transport
- • Requires proper setup and maintenance
Roth & Junius Orchestra Cello Antiqued BwCelloSize: 4/4Solid spruce topSolidslightly flamed maple backPegs and...
⭐
4.9/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 610158
$1,749
#15
⭐
4.6/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Stentor SR1586 Cello Conservatoire 4/4
by
Stentor
Orchestra
Chamber Music
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range capability
✓ PROS
- • Rich, warm lower register
- • Expressive bowing techniques
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Advanced technique required
Stentor SR1586 Cello Conservatoire 4/4CelloSize: 4/4Model: ConservatoireSolid spruce topMaple sidesSolidbeautifully...
⭐
4.6/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 137948
$1,859
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.
