Orchestra M.F. Bieg cello — Montagnana model. A tribute to the great Venetian maker, whose wide pattern is known for a full depth of tone in the lower registers, balanced by a rich, colorful range in the upper registers, and favored by many soloists. European spruce top, attractively flamed maple back and sides, antique orange-brown spirit varnish over golden ground. USA setup with ebony Parisian eye pegs, Despiau A-level Belgian style bridge, Akustikus tailpiece, and Larsen Il Cannone strings. 4/4 size