Lothar Semmlinger No. 135A Antiqued Cello 4/4

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Lothar Semmlinger No. 135A Antiqued Cello 4/4

Lothar Semmlinger

No. 135A Antiqued Cello 4/4

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 389835
Model: No. 135A Antiqued Cello 4/4
Price: $7,139.00

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The Lothar Semmlinger 135A is a seriously impressive cello – the build quality is superb, and it has a mature, rich tone that's ready to sing. This is an excellent choice for a serious student or advancing amateur looking for a professional-level instrument without the truly stratospheric price tag of a fully antique Italian cello.

Product Description

  • Lothar Semmlinger No. 135A Antiqued Cello 4/4
  • Cello
  • Master instrument
  • Stradivari style
  • Finest solid spruce top
  • Very good elaboration
  • Beautifully flamed maple back
  • sides and neck
  • Finest ebony fittings
  • Stringing: A- and D-string Larsen chrome steel medium
  • G- and C-string Thomastik Spirocore tungsten medium
  • Antique lacquering
  • Golden brown lacquer on spirit base
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers exceptional projection and warmth, characteristic of Stradivarius models.
  • • Finely flamed maple back provides a resonant, complex tonal character and visual appeal.
  • • Ebony fittings offer durability and a smooth, responsive playing experience for the fingers.
  • • Antique lacquering enhances tonal maturity and provides a beautiful, aged aesthetic.
CONS
  • • The antique finish, while beautiful, can be delicate and require careful maintenance.
  • • The Spirocore strings, while excellent, might not be preferred by all players and could require experimentation.
  • • Being a German-made instrument, humidity sensitivity is something a player will need to consider.

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Key Features

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a slightly warmer, more complex tone than some competitors, likely due to the antiquing process and the quality of the maple.
The fittings are meticulously shaped and fitted, exhibiting a level of refinement that goes beyond standard machine work; they’re closer to hand-carved in their precision.
Regular dusting and occasional application of a specialized cello polish are recommended to protect the lacquer and prevent cracking.

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