Karl Höfner H4/5-MG-C Gofriller Cello 4/4

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Karl Höfner H4/5-MG-C Gofriller Cello 4/4

Karl Höfner

H4/5-MG-C Gofriller Cello 4/4

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 311100
Model: H4/5-MG-C Gofriller Cello 4/4
Price: $6,028.00

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This Karl Höfner Gofriller is a beautifully crafted instrument, aiming to evoke the spirit of a classic Italian cello. It's a great choice for intermediate to advanced players looking for a historically-inspired sound without the truly premium price tag of a genuine antique. The solid spruce top really shines, offering a warm and responsive experience.

Product Description

  • Karl Höfner H4/5-MG-C 4/4 Gofriller
  • Cello
  • Size: 4/4
  • Handmade orchestra cello from the master workshop
  • Replica after Matteo Gofriller
  • Selected solid spruce top
  • Back and sides of well flamed maple
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Ebony pegs
  • Reddish-brown antique hand-applied varnish on a golden-brown base
  • Weight: approx. 2.8 kg
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Hand-applied antique varnish offers warmth and visual appeal
  • • Solid spruce top provides excellent projection and clarity
  • • Gofriller replica design yields a mature, resonant tone
  • • Ebony fingerboard ensures smooth playability and precise intonation
CONS
  • • The antique finish, while beautiful, may be fragile and require careful handling
  • • At 2.8 kg, it can be somewhat heavy for younger or smaller players
  • • Gofriller replicas don’t perfectly capture the original's nuanced complexity

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Key Features

Size 4/4
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Well-flamed Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included No
Case Included No

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s noticeably warmer and more mature than many modern instruments, with a slightly darker tonal palette, but lacks the extreme projection of some contemporary designs.
The varnish contributes to the cello's tonal character, adding warmth and complexity, although its impact is subtle compared to the wood itself.
This cello is best suited for serious students and accomplished players who appreciate a traditional sound and are comfortable with a slightly more demanding instrument.

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