Karl Höfner H4/3A-C Cello 4/4
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Karl Höfner
H4/3A-C Cello 4/4
Product Info
Article Number:
356149
Brand:
Karl Höfner
Model:
H4/3A-C Cello 4/4
Category:
Acoustic Cellos
Price:
$4,928.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Höfner H4/3A-C is a solid, well-made cello offering a great balance of traditional craftsmanship and playability. It’s an excellent choice for intermediate to advanced students and amateur players seeking a quality instrument without the extreme cost of a fully bespoke cello. The sound is surprisingly rich and full for its price range.
Product Description
- Karl Höfner H4/3E-C Cello 4/4
- Cello 4/4
- Handmade orchestral cello
- Handmade top made of alpine spruce
- Nicely flamed European maple
- Light antique reddish-brown hand varnish on gold-brown base
- Akustikus tailpiece with fine tuners
- Ebony fingerboard
- Despiau bridge
- Carbon endpin
PROS
- • Alpine spruce top delivers a warm, resonant, and surprisingly powerful tone
- • Nicely flamed maple back provides excellent projection and sustain
- • Despiau bridge enhances tonal clarity and responsiveness
- • Carbon endpin offers stability and minimizes unwanted vibrations
CONS
- • The antique varnish, while attractive, can be quite delicate and require careful handling
- • Handmade nature means slight variations in finish and dimensions are possible
- • Lacks onboard electronics, limiting recording and amplification options
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Key Features
Size
4/4
Top Wood
Alpine Spruce
Back & Sides
European Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Bow Included
No
Case Included
No
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Frequently Asked Questions
It holds its own well against competitors; the spruce top provides a pleasant warmth that is often missing in more budget-friendly options.
The Akustikus tailpiece is a decent quality and a nice touch, but the other fittings are standard orchestral level – not top-tier, but reliable for a good while.
Treat it gently! Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning and avoid harsh chemicals – the varnish is beautiful but can be easily damaged.
