Find a Cello Teacher (Directory)

We are often asked here at Cello-Strings.com if we can help our customers locate a good cello teacher in their own locale or area.  We’re happy to let you know that we are in the process of putting together a nice cello teacher data base and need your help! With thousands of people coming on our site, […]

Do You Sell Upright Bass Strings?

The String Emporium offers the most popular upright bass strings at the cheapest prices.  We offer top name brands, by Pirastro (Evah Pirazzi, Flexocor, Permanent, Obligato etc..), Thomastik Spirocore bass strings, Belcantos, and D’Addario Helicores.  For anything and everything relating to the upright bass, check out the String Emporium web site.

Full Size Cellos

Getting a new cello or even your first full-size cello is an exciting event! With the vast amount of 4/4 cellos in which to choose from, we hope to better acquaint you with what to look for in a good instrument. If you have been playing a “fractional” cello (3/4) until now, you will quickly […]

Why Choose Spirocore Tungsten C String?

Square product packaging for Thomastik-Infeld Spirocore strings, featuring a pink background with a decorative spiral design and bold black text at the top. The brand name and origin are in a white box at the bottom left.

What’s all the fuss about Spirocore Tungsten C strings anyway? Some facts here will help: Tungsten strings (for cello), tend to be a much sturdier C string. Most cello string sets (while still balanced) tend to have a “soggy” C string. Or better put, most cello players like a more projecting string, with more power […]

Affordable Cello Strings: How to Get the Best Value

Cheap Cello Strings Sets? While the word cheap can be a subjective word, there are cheaper cello strings that are a great value for your money. As a professional bass player, (and owner of Cello Strings) I was truly shocked at how much cello strings can cost. A lot of the time, it’s worth to […]

Why Do Cello Strings Break?

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Why and how do new cello strings break?  Mostly it is a new A string (whatever brand) and we have found that most players forget to or do not know how important it is to lubricate the string groove before installing their new strings.  Usually it is the A string that will pop or break […]

How Do I Choose the Right Full-Size (4/4) Cello?

Getting a new cello or even your first full-size cello is an exciting event! With the vast amount of 4/4 cellos in which to choose from, we hope to better acquaint you with what to look for in a good instrument. If you have been playing a “fractional” cello (3/4) until now, you will quickly […]

How to Buy a Student Cello Without Breaking the Bank (or Your Spirit)

Buying a student cello should be an exciting milestone, not an overwhelming chore. Whether you’re a parent helping your child start their musical journey or an adult learner diving in yourself, choosing the right cello is a big decision. The good news? With a little knowledge and guidance, you can get a high-quality, easy-to-play instrument […]

Why Choose a Larsen A String?

Close-up of a Larsen Strings package for Violoncello I strings. The package shows options for "Soft," "Medium," and "Strong," with "Medium" checked. There are musical symbols and text on a beige background.

Larsen makes the most popular D and A string for cello. While there might be some argument over which people prefer for their C and G string, the Larsen D or A strings are the clear favorite. The biggest question though would have to be on which tension or gauge you like or what sounds […]

What so great about Evah Pirazzi Cello Strings?

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Evah Pirazzi cello strings have quickly become one of the most popular and favorite strings for cello players of all levels and backgrounds.  Why?  First, they are a ‘sure thing’ in that they almost always sound the best compared to any other cello string sets on the market.   Out of all the stringed instruments in the orchestra, it […]