Scala Vilagio PSH05 Solo Cello Guarneri
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Scala Vilagio
PSH05 Solo Cello Guarneri
Product Info
Article Number:
478919
Brand:
Scala Vilagio
Model:
PSH05 Solo Cello Guarneri
Category:
Acoustic Cellos
Price:
$12,089.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Vilagio PSH05 is a seriously impressive instrument, clearly built for the dedicated soloist. The combination of Bavarian spruce and Bosnian maple creates a rich, focused sound that really sings, and the hand-applied varnish just elevates the whole package. This is a cello for the advancing student or seasoned professional seeking a powerful, refined voice.
Product Description
- Scala Vilagio PSH05 Solo Cello Guarneri
- Concert Cello
- Size: 4/4
- Guarneri model
- Made in Germany by Peter Siegfried Heffler from the best tonewoods that have been seasoned over years
- Very beautifully flamed
- fully solid cello
- top made of solid Bavarian mountain spruce
- Back
- sides and neck made of Bosnian maple
- Finest hand-crafted top and back adapted to the individual character of the wood
- Hand-applied spirit varnish according to our own formula
- Ebony fingerboard and ebony pegs
- Ebony tailpiece with four fine tuners
- Despiau bridge
- Titanium endpin
- Very powerful in the low registers
- brilliant and clear in the upper registers
- very well balanced overall
- C and G-string: Thomastik Spirocore tungsten
- D and A-string: Pirastro Evah Pirazzi
PROS
- • Exceptional tonewood selection delivers a remarkably responsive and warm voice
- • Guarneri model provides a powerful, projecting tone ideal for solo performance
- • Hand-applied spirit varnish enhances resonance and offers a beautiful aesthetic
- • Despiau bridge and titanium endpin contribute to excellent sound transmission and stability
CONS
- • The Bosnian maple back and sides, while excellent, might lack the visual 'wow' of flamed maple from other regions
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most cellists
- • Spirit varnish, while beautiful, requires careful maintenance to prevent cracking or checking over time
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Key Features
Size
4/4
Top Wood
Solid Bavarian mountain spruce
Back & Sides
Bosnian maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Bow Included
No
Case Included
No
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Frequently Asked Questions
This model leans towards a slightly warmer, more focused tone than some brighter Guarneris; the wood selection and varnish contribute to a richer, more even response.
While constructed with quality materials, the solid wood construction means it's a moderately weighty instrument, potentially requiring a period of adjustment for extended practice.
This cello excels in the hands of a dedicated player – someone who appreciates nuanced tone and responsiveness and is committed to maintaining a fine instrument.
