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Description

Embark on your musical journey with the Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello, a perfect blend of tradition and modern craftsmanship designed for budding cellists. The AVC5-S stands out with its hand-carved, aged tonewoods, providing a rich and warm tone that's both inviting and inspiring. Yamaha's meticulous attention to detail ensures that each cello is expertly adjusted to meet and exceed the standards set by the National Association of Music Education (NAfME), guaranteeing a smooth and rewarding playing experience from the moment you pick it up.

Crafted with a solid spruce top and maple back and sides, the AVC5-S delivers enhanced resonance and tonal richness, characteristics that are often sought after by seasoned players but now made accessible to students. The cello’s Wittner tailpiece, equipped with four fine tuners, makes tuning adjustments quick and simple, helping you focus more on playing and less on setup.

The Yamaha AVC5-S comes complete with a real Brazilwood bow and Piranito rosin, ensuring you have everything you need to start playing immediately. A soft padded case offers protection and portability, making it easy to transport your instrument safely to lessons and performances. Whether you're preparing for your first lesson or stepping onto the stage for a recital, the Yamaha AVC5-S is your reliable companion on your musical adventure.

Key Features:

  • 4/4-size student cello with a soft padded case, Brazilwood bow, and Piranito rosin
  • Solid spruce top and maple back/sides aged over 5 years for enhanced tonal richness
  • Wittner tailpiece with four fine tuners for easy tuning adjustments
  • Hand-applied oil varnish finish for a classic look and feel
  • Professionally set up with high-quality Prelude strings

Product specs

Type Acoustic Cello
Size 4/4
Level Student
Top Material Solid Hand-carved Spruce
Back & Sides Material Solid Hand-carved Maple
Fingerboard Material Ebony
Pegs Rosewood
Fine Tuners 4
Bridge Material Aubert
Tailpiece Wittner
Strings D'Addario Prelude
Bow Brazilwood
Case/Gig Bag Gig Bag

FAQs

What materials are used in the construction of the Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello?

The Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello features a solid hand-carved spruce top and solid hand-carved maple back and sides, providing a rich, resonant sound. The fingerboard is made of ebony, and it includes rosewood pegs and an Aubert bridge.

Is the Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello suitable for beginners?

Yes, the Yamaha AVC5-S is designed as a student cello, making it ideal for beginners. It offers quality construction and ease of playability, helping new players develop their skills effectively.

What type of strings does the Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello use?

The Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello comes equipped with D'Addario Prelude strings, known for their warm tone and durability, which are well-suited for student-level instruments.

Does the Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello include a bow and case?

Yes, the Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello comes with a Brazilwood bow and a gig bag, providing students with everything they need to start playing right away.

What size is the Yamaha AVC5-S Student Cello?

The Yamaha AVC5-S is a full-size 4/4 cello, suitable for most adult players and older students who are comfortable with a standard-sized instrument.

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