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Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Marco Dotti Gore - Booth Cello

Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona

Marco Dotti Gore - Booth Cello

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 584261
Model: Marco Dotti Gore - Booth Cello
Price: $32,890.00

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This Edgar Russ cello is a serious instrument, meticulously crafted in the Stradivari tradition. It's designed for the experienced cellist seeking a refined, historically-inspired tone and exceptional build quality – someone who appreciates the nuances of a truly hand-made cello and is willing to invest in that level of artistry. It's a powerhouse for solo performance and chamber music.

Product Description

  • Edgar Russ - Sound of Cremona Marco Dotti Gore - Booth Cello
  • Cello
  • Antonio Stradivari "Gore - Booth 1710" model
  • Handcrafted by master luthier Marco Dotti at the workshop of Edgar Russ in Cremona
  • Inspired by the ‘Gore – Booth’ cello by Antonio Stradivari from 1710
  • Top made of typically Italian split hazel spruce from the Val di Fiemme
  • air-dried
  • Back made of flamed Bosnian sycamore
  • air-dried and always joined from two pieces
  • Sides and neck made from the same wood as the back
  • Fingerboard made from the finest grade ebony with C-edge
  • Bridge Aubert De Luxe Belgian model
  • Rosewood pegs
  • Tailpiece: Weidler Akustikus with fine tuners
  • Bender carbon endpin
  • Strings: Spirocore Wolfram III & IV
  • Larsen Soloist II &I
  • The instrument is varnished in the same way as in the 17th century by the great Cremonese masters
  • Wood primer based on casein and calcium
  • Lacquer finish with an amber/linseed oil lacquer prepared by Edgar Russ himself
  • which is coloured with pigments to give the instrument a true-to-original lacquer appearance
PROS
  • • Marco Dotti's craftsmanship ensures exceptional tonal projection and responsiveness.
  • • Val di Fiemme spruce top delivers a focused, mature, and complex sound.
  • • Bosnian sycamore back provides warmth and richness to the cello's character.
  • • Weidler tailpiece with fine tuners allows for precise intonation adjustments.
CONS
  • • The premium-priced tag makes it inaccessible for many aspiring cellists.
  • • Bosnian sycamore, while beautiful, can be slightly less visually striking than maple.
  • • The traditional varnish may require careful maintenance to preserve its quality.

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Key Features

Size 4/4 (Full Size)
Top Wood Italian Split Hazel Spruce (Val di Fiemme)
Back & Sides Flamed Bosnian Sycamore (two-piece)
Fingerboard Finest Grade Ebony (C-edge)
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

The tonal complexity and projection are significantly enhanced compared to factory instruments; it offers a more mature, nuanced voice with greater dynamic range.
While Marco Dotti adheres to traditional Italian wood selection, each cello will exhibit unique characteristics due to the natural variations in the timber.
Regular dusting and occasional professional cleaning are recommended; direct sunlight and extreme temperature changes should be avoided to preserve the varnish’s integrity.

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