Stentor SR1590 Cello Messina 4/4

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Stentor SR1590 Cello Messina 4/4

Stentor

SR1590 Cello Messina 4/4

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 613420
Brand: Stentor
Model: SR1590 Cello Messina 4/4
Price: $2,739.00

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The Stentor Messina is a fantastic step up for intermediate players or serious beginners looking for a solid, hand-built instrument. The spruce top gives it a lovely, full sound that punches above its price point, and the overall build quality is surprisingly good for a cello in this class. It's a great option for students or anyone wanting a traditionally voiced cello without the premium-priced tag.

Product Description

  • Stentor SR1590 Cello Messina 4/4
  • 4/4 Cello
  • Solid handmade cello
  • Finished in England
  • Solid spruce top
  • Solid maple sides
  • Flamed
  • solid maple back
  • Traditional shellac varnish
  • Solid maple neck
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • High-quality ebony tuning pegs
  • Decorative wood inlays
  • Strung with Pirastro strings
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a warm, responsive, and surprisingly mature tone.
  • • Hand-finished shellac varnish provides a beautiful aesthetic and enhances resonance.
  • • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience and excellent note definition.
  • • High-quality ebony tuning pegs ensure stable and precise intonation.
CONS
  • • The included bow, while functional, is a basic model and could be upgraded.
  • • Solid maple back, while visually appealing, can make the cello slightly heavier.
  • • The shellac finish, while traditional, can be more susceptible to scratches than modern lacquers.

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Key Features

Size 4/4
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included Yes, basic student bow
Case Included Yes, lightweight padded case

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Virtuoso is a higher-tier model with enhanced acoustics and fittings, but the Messina offers excellent value for the money – a sweet spot for many.
Shellac is a bit softer than modern finishes, so extra care is recommended, but it’s manageable with proper handling and occasional polishing.
It leans towards a warmer, more traditional tone due to the spruce top and maple back, but it's still quite versatile and responsive to playing style.

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