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Your cart is empty.Cecilio CCO-500 cello is ideal for intermediate cellist. Every cello is inspected by technicians at Cecilio's distribution center in the United States to ensure that their high quality standards are met. This cello is outfitted with hard and soft cases (making it convenient to carry to school or orchestra), a Brazilwood bow with unbleached horsehair, cello stand, rosin cake, and an extra set of cello strings. Please note that the bridge will not be setup before shipment to avoid damage to the cello body during transit. Buy with confidence as it comes with a 1 year warranty against any manufacturer's defects.
J.M.
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2024
Ok, our orchestra teacher was telling me that I should spend $2500 on a high-end cello for my 9 year old son. Well, no. As responsible as he is, he is around other boys who are not so responsible, and then my $2500 could end up becoming firewood. Enter Cecilio. For a fraction of the cost, this cello is amazing. The first one they sent me, the bridge was broken ($#!] happens in shipping). I sent them a picture and they sent me a replacement which was perfect. I still have the broken one and not sure what to do with it, but one thing I noticed. I think the cases are made specific to the actual cello. I found this out when I tried swapping the cases and the cellos were slightly different sizes and would not fit. But I highly recommend!
R.A.
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2023
My only criticisms are: that the instrument shipped without the bridge and strings in place, and the fine tuners aren't great. Since I lack access to a luthier I had to set up the strings and bridge by myself using the best instructions I could find on youtube, which is obviously not ideal. I am certain my placement of the bridge was close, but not precise enough. Not knowing which of the two included bridges I should use, I chose the taller of the two for more distance between the strings and fingerboard. Thankfully the soundpost was still in place after shipping, but I am still planning on having it, and the bridge, adjusted as soon as I can get to the luthier. I would like the A string a little less powerful and the C string a little more powerful, and maybe get a different tailpiece with better fine tuners. Get yourself a nice set of strings to replace the included ones. The instrument itself is very attractive, appears to have been made with love, and sounds beautiful (at least to me). Definitely glad I bought this. 😀
Fred Moscicki
Reviewed in Canada on November 15, 2014
Overall not bad. Cello teacher suggested changing strings out to some a Dario preludes which drastically improved the sound. Bits and pieces fell off the hard case. Quality of hard case is mediocre. First cello showed up cracked which amazon expeditiously
Luckyone
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2013
I bought this for my 5th grader. The cello needed a new bridge and strings. It may be alright for 5th grader.However, the hard case ripped straight out of the box. I glued it on but the wheels on it cannot be used because it keeps tipping over. The damn thing ripped again along the zipper. You will have to trash it, it has absolutely no use and I don't know why they included it.The soft case has the straps in odd spots and you will need a strap holder to keep the cello on your shoulders, without something holding it, the cello will fall off as you are walking.People, do your selves a favor, stay away from this piece of junk. The only reason I didn't return it was because I threw away the box.
Michael F.
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2013
I was skeptical about ordering because of the not too complimentary reviews on the other Cecilio cellos. My guess is that some people expect too much for the price and also there are probably some lemons amongst the good ones, which is to be expected when buying anything made in China. With the return policy I thought I'd give it a try. I paid $309 and am 100% happy with this cello. I haven't had the bridge and soundpost professionally set yet, but I did replace the strings with D'Addario Pro-Arte (also bought on Amazon) With better quality strings the sound is breathtaking. The bridge does seem a bit too low, so I just set it a bit off center to keep the C-string from vibrating on the fingerboard and that works perfectly. No big deal, I might replace it or might not. The nut is just right, not too high as others have mentioned in reviews. There are no visible issues with the cello or the cases, even though the box it came in was torn open on one corner. There were a few wood chips on it which I quickly remedied with a cloth. The stand is great quality, but the rosin wasn't to my liking, so I bought got a better one. Again, no big deal. Yes, the hard case is not great quality, but you basically get it for free. The soft case is good qulity and will certainly protect it for most conscientious students. I'm a Gramma who played cello back in the 1970's and want to play again for my own pleasure. This cello is perfect for me and with the better quality strings I sound really good ;) If you get a lemon, don't let a luthier talk you into pouring hundreds of $$ into it; send it back and ask for another one. For the price, it's totally worth the hassle if you do return it. Remember; it's a student cello, not a Strad. I am very happy with mine and can most certainly recommend it.
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