Yamaha 3/4 CELLO SET VC5S34
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Essential Information About the Yamaha VC5S 3/4 Cello
Essential Information About the Yamaha VC5S 3/4 Cello
- Warm and balanced sound, designed to support the musical development of students.
- Careful craftsmanship : instrument hand-carved using traditional methods inspired by high-end instruments.
- Selected materials (spruce, maple, ebony) for reliable response and good stability.
- Ready-to-play pack : delivered with a soft case, bow, and rosin.
Manufacturer Information
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A Yamaha Cello Designed for Study, in the Spirit of the Great Classics
The Yamaha VC5S follows the brand's philosophy: offering a serious student instrument with a particularly coherent quality/price ratio, in line with recognized pedagogical models. Its "Type: Stradivarius " profile refers to a classical lutherie aesthetic, with construction and carving done by hand respecting traditional methods. The finish is also individually crafted, resulting in a homogeneous and inspiring instrument for daily use.
Who Is the Yamaha VC5S 3/4 For?
This 3/4 cello is primarily aimed at students and musicians in the beginner to intermediate levels seeking a reliable, comfortable, and rewarding instrument for progress. It meets the demands of learning (intonation, stability, tuning retention) while maintaining sufficient musicality to work on dynamics and expression. It is particularly suitable for classical repertoire, chamber music, and conservatory study, while remaining pleasant for more modern styles as long as the goal is a natural acoustic sound.
Sound
The VC5S's sound character is based on a traditional selection of woods: a spruce top promotes projection, clarity of attack, and sensitivity to dynamics, while the maple back and ribs provide structure, precision, and definition in the lower register. The ebony components (fingerboard and pegs) contribute to a clear and durable playing feel, while helping maintain stable tuning over time. Fitted with Prelude strings, the cello delivers a generally centered, consistent, and reassuring tone for study, with a predictable bow response.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Technical specifications
| Format | 3/4 | Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Color | Brown |
| Top | Spruce | ||
| Size | 3/4 | Tailpiece | Wittner "Ultra" (4 Fine Tuners) |
| Type | Stradivarius | Fine Tuners | Wittner "Ultra" (4 Fine Tuners) |
| Finish | hand-applied, solid oil varnish | Bridge | Yamaha Original |
| Back | maple | Strings | Prelude |
| Ribs | maple | Bow | Brazilian wood |
| Neck | maple | Rosin | Piranito |
| Pegs | ebony | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Yamaha VC5S 3/4 suitable for a conservatory student?
This model is suitable for students from beginner to intermediate level. Its 3/4 size, Prelude strings, and Wittner Ultra tailpiece with 4 fine tuners meet the common study requirements.
What woods make up this 3/4 cello?
The top is made of spruce, while the back, ribs, and neck are made of maple. The fingerboard and pegs are made of ebony.
What kind of sound does the VC5S offer?
The combination of a spruce top and maple back promotes a clear attack and well-defined projection in the low register. The Prelude strings provide a focused tone with consistent bow response. This setup allows for dynamic nuance work in classical and chamber music repertoire.
Is the cello delivered with a bow and rosin?
A Brazilian wood bow and Piranito rosin are listed among the supplied items.
What tuning system does this cello have?
The Wittner Ultra tailpiece integrates 4 fine tuners, one for each string. This arrangement facilitates precise tuning adjustments.



