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Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Linea Macchi Cello Stradivari

Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona

Linea Macchi Cello Stradivari

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 443994
Model: Linea Macchi Cello Stradivari
Price: $18,590.00

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Edgar Russ’s Cremona Linea Macchi is a beautifully crafted instrument with a focused, mature tone. The solid wood construction and quality materials really shine, offering a refined playing experience. This cello is ideal for serious students and professionals seeking a traditional Italian sound without the absolute top-tier price of a truly antique instrument.

Product Description

  • Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Linea Macchi Cello Stradivari
  • Cello
  • From the master workshop of Edgar Russ in Cremona
  • Solid spruce top
  • Beautifully flamed solid maple back
  • Pegs made of blackwood
  • Fingerboard made of blackwood
  • With C and G Thomastik Spirocore/D and A Larsen strings
  • Bender endpin
  • Spirit lacquer
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top provides excellent projection and clarity.
  • • Flamed maple back delivers warmth and rich tonal complexity.
  • • Blackwood pegs and fingerboard offer stability and a refined feel.
  • • Thomastik Spirocore/Larsen strings provide a responsive, focused sound.
CONS
  • • The premium-priced tag makes it inaccessible to many aspiring cellists.
  • • Spirit lacquer, while traditional, may require more careful maintenance.
  • • The full size can be unwieldy for younger or smaller players.

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Key Features

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Spirit varnish is softer than some modern finishes, requiring careful handling and occasional polishing to maintain its appearance.
It offers a balanced tonal profile—not overly bright or dark—with a clear, resonant character, placing it in a sweet spot between student models and truly exceptional, older instruments.
The neck profile is a traditional, slightly rounded shape, comfortable for most hand sizes, though players with exceptionally large hands might prefer a slightly more modern feel.

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