Electric Cellos
The electric cello offers all the exciting opportunities of the electric violin to the cellist. On-stage instrument safety is even more important given the cello's larger size (and higher repair prices) and the almost invisible endpin when the instrument is set down.
Yamaha SVC-110
Recording your electric cello, bass, keyboard or guitar, etc. into your home computer is finally within the reach of most people, technically and economically. We will be updating our listings soon, but for now go to our search engine and click on the "Mac & PC Recording" category to see part of our selection - call for our current selection and advice!
Yamaha Electric Cellos
Yamaha SVC-210
The Yamaha Silent Electric Cello preserves all the contact points of a normal cello - especially the heel of the neck, which is an important reference point for shifting to the higher positions. Tone is good for an electric cello, and the wood bridge must be modified to play like your current cello (a service Electric Violin Shop performs for free).
New for 2006, the Yamaha SVC-110 Studio Acoustic Body Cello is by far the most naturally acoustic-sounding electric cello Yamaha has ever produced. With the bridge and pickup bed mounted on a hollow resonating chamber, the SVC-110 has a warmth and depth to its tone that will convince the casual listener in the next room that you're playing a full-bodied acoustic cello. The full outline of an acoustic cello means it feels quite natural, too.
The Yamaha SVC-210 Compact Electric Cello folds down into a smaller size for easy traveling, yet unfolds to provide the needed body contact points. And the Yamaha SVC-50, with its cool gloss black finish, takes the compact electric cello to well under $2000.
NS Design Electric Cellos
The NS Design Electric Cello is one of the sleekest e-cello designs on the market. Formerly only custom made in the US, Ned Steinberger now has them made in the Czech Republic (where they have been making instruments for centuries). He is so happy with the quality that he has discontinued the US models and you save about 50%! The NS Cello has an even more authentic acoustic tone than his bass, and features tone controls and headphone jack. Mildly amplified, people are surprised to not see a normal cello being played. It comes with protective gig bag, and a versatile stand that allows you to play seated or standing! The Ned Steinberger Electric Cello is also available as a five-string, either with high E or low F, and a six string tuned F-C-G-D-A-E.
Jordan Electric Cellos
John Jordans cello preserves the necessary heel shape of the neck so you can find your way when shifting. The knee supports fall in just the right place, so you feel like you are playing an acoustic cello. He recently re-invented his electric cello design. His new asymmetrical shape looks outrageous, yet preserves all the normal body contact points of the cello. It is not collapsible, so it needs a standard cello hardshell case. Check it out at John's site If you are able to spend over $5000 on an e-cello, let us help you choose the perfect options for your style.
Zeta Electric Cellos
The Zeta Cello has a slender solid wood body, with knee outriggers and a shoulder attachment, to feel like normal. All their cellos use the Zeta Strados bridge, and are MIDI compatible, with the purchase of the Synthony MIDI violin controller.
AVAILABILITY The most popular e-cellos are almost always in stock. Yet the selection ebbs and flows like the tides - sometimes higher, sometimes lower. If you place an e-commerce order and there might be a delay in sending it, we'll call or email to confirm. And feel welcome to call us about your needs. Thanks for your interest!