The RC-20 cello from Rudolph is recognised as an incredible instrument for its value. The hand work combine with the hand applied oil varnish allows This Rudolph cello to have a nice antique look in 3 different lines: amber dark brown on a golden yellow grounding or European woods.It is made of traditional materials like:- Spruce for the top- Flamed maple for the back sides and neck- Ebony for the fingerboard and pegsThe RC-2044-EU cello is a powerfull well balanced cello ideal for ambitious students and serious players.The European woods having a higher density give that slightly brighter more direct and more powerfull tone without loosing the rich warm tone typical from the RC-20 cellos.The ebony pegs and fingerboard allows a regular and easy maintenance by a professional. It has a finetuners tailpiece made of light weight synthetic materials. The endpin rode is made of solid carbon to keep the instrument as light as possible. It is finished with a antique style brown oil varnish.Strings are not included.