Walter Mahr Cello Stradivari Ash Wood 4/4

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Walter Mahr Cello Stradivari Ash Wood 4/4

Walter Mahr

Cello Stradivari Ash Wood 4/4

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 572692
Model: Cello Stradivari Ash Wood 4/4
Price: $9,790.00

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This Walter Mahr is a beautifully crafted instrument, offering a warm, rich tone characteristic of ash wood. It’s a fantastic choice for intermediate to advanced players seeking a uniquely voiced cello with superb craftsmanship, especially those who prefer a darker, more mature sound over a brighter, more aggressive tone. The build quality is exceptional, a true testament to Mahr's reputation.

Product Description

  • Walter Mahr Cello Stradivari Ash Wood 4/4
  • 4/4 Cello
  • Solid spruce top
  • Ash back
  • sides and neck
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Ebony pegs with boxwood hoops
  • Thomastik Versum strings
  • Spirit varnish
  • Made in Germany in the workshop of master luthier Walter Mahr in Bubenreuth
  • Germany
PROS
  • • Ash back delivers a warm, focused tone with excellent projection.
  • • Solid spruce top provides responsiveness and a nuanced dynamic range.
  • • Ebony fingerboard ensures smooth playability and accurate intonation.
  • • Mahr's Spirit varnish enhances the wood's resonance and aesthetic appeal.
CONS
  • • Ash wood, while beautiful, might lack the top-end brilliance of traditional maple.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most cellists.
  • • The Thomastik Versum strings, while good, may benefit from an upgrade for tonal preference.

Product Video

Key Features

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ash tends to produce a warmer, more subdued tone with a quicker response than maple, sacrificing a bit of high-end sparkle for a more focused, resonant sound.
Mahr cellos are generally well-set up from the factory, but a professional setup tailored to your playing style—bridge adjustment, soundpost placement—will likely enhance its performance.
Walter Mahr maintains rigorous quality control; each cello is inspected by experienced luthiers, ensuring exceptional build quality and consistent tonal characteristics across their instruments.

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