Rock music pioneer Eddie Phillips of the Creation was one of the first guitarists to use a bow on their 1966 single ‘Making Time’. Jimmy Page then became the most legendary exponent of vibrating his guitar strings in Led Zeppelin on tracks like ‘Dazed and Confused’, ‘How Many More Times’ and ‘In the Evening’. But whether you’re playing the guitar or the cello, the price of a cello bow varies depending on the characteristics like the material, weight, playability, brand, and model. An average cost of a cello bow ranges under $1000. Here are some of the price breakdown of cello bows ideal for beginners, intermediates, and professionals.
Beginners
As a newbie in this field, choosing a cello bow is already tricky, as well as finding the right brand inline with your budget. D Z Strad offers top-notch quality cello bows explicitly designed for beginners to professionals. They are one of the top cello makers in the world that alone justifies their products.
Their #805 Pernambuco Bow is suitable for beginners and newbies. It is 4/4 in size, weighs 78 grams, and measures 718 mm. In this way, you would not have problems handling this since it can easily fit any body built. This bow is said to be the most student-friendly bows for its comfortable grip and rich sound. The #805 Pernambuco Bow retails for $289, available in Amazon and most music stores.
Another model from the same branding is the #205 Brazilwood Bow. If you are looking for a bow that will not break your bank, this is the best deal! It costs less than $100 for a 4/4 full size, Pernambuco wood stick, unbleached horsehair, and frog flower inlaid.
Intermediate players
For intermediate to advanced players, you may already have an idea of the cellist field. CodaBow, one of the most prominent cello companies, is famous for its durability and long-lasting quality of bows. They are made by engineers, scientists, and bowmakers.
The CodaBow Prodigy Carbon Fiber Bow features an ebony frog, Mother-of-Pearl slide, and nickel silver fittings. Though the materials are slightly toned down to match its affordability, it is still a great bow. Aside from comfortable playing and subtle produced sound, it also comes with a 5-year warranty. The CodaBow Prodigy Carbon Fiber Bow costs $374.
Professionals
For veterans in this field, another offer from CodaBow is the Diamond NX Carbon Fiber Bow. It is designed specifically for professional players featuring an ebony frog and Moroccan leather grip. This is reasonably priced at $468 with a 10-year limited warranty. It is a sturdy bow producing rich and full sound with little to minimal effort.
Conclusion
Though it may seem that cellos are constructed with the same materials, it is not. It has its personality suitable for every player out there. You can purchase a cello for a price below $1,000. But remember that what you are paying reflects its quality. If you aim for the best, then the price will most likely fall at the highest rate.
There are also cellos for student models that can cost between $2,000 to $5,000 and professional ones ranging from $15,000 to $25,000. It can hurt your pocket, but the satisfaction in getting an acceptable quality of cello unmatched no other feeling.
