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Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Linea Macchi Cello Montagnana

Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona

Linea Macchi Cello Montagnana

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 443995
Model: Linea Macchi Cello Montagnana
Price: $19,690.00

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This Edgar Russ is a truly exceptional instrument, built in Cremona to a high standard. The combination of spruce and flamed maple delivers a refined and powerful tone, suitable for advanced students and seasoned professionals seeking a traditional, responsive cello. It’s a beautiful, well-made instrument with a rich, mature voice.

Product Description

  • Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Linea Macchi Cello Montagnana
  • Cello
  • From the master workshop of Edgar Russ in Cremona
  • Solid spruce top
  • Solid very nicely flamed maple back
  • Pegs from Blackwood
  • Fretboard: Blackwood
  • C and G Thomastik Spirocore / D and A Larsen strings
  • Bender endpin
  • Spirit varnish
PROS
  • • Exceptional spruce top delivers a clear, resonant, and projecting tone.
  • • Flame maple back provides warmth and complexity to the overall sound.
  • • Blackwood pegs and fingerboard offer stability and a smooth playing experience.
  • • Spirit varnish enhances the wood's natural beauty and acoustic properties.
CONS
  • • The Montagnana model, while beautiful, might be overly ornate for some players.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for most cellists.
  • • Solid wood construction means it’s relatively heavy, potentially tiring for younger or smaller players.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 4/4
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Flamed Maple
Fingerboard Blackwood
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's inspired by the work of Montagnana, but Edgar Russ designs his own variations, maintaining a distinct Russ character.
This cello is ideal for advanced intermediate to professional cellists who appreciate a traditional, European-made instrument.
Yes, the strings are standard and easily replaceable; Larsen, Pirastro, and D'Addario strings are all compatible, offering varied tonal possibilities.

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