About this instrument
Master cello by Christopher J. Ebersberger, Möhrendorf 2012.
This violoncello was crafted by luthier Christopher J. Ebersberger in 2012 in his workshop in Möhrendorf. It is a meticulously constructed master instrument with a powerful, radiant tone. It has been professionally played until recently. This is a cello that one enjoys holding and, after the first few notes, does not want to put down.
Christopher J. Ebersberger, born in 1985, hails from a third-generation Franconian family of violin makers. His grandfather Konrad Ebersberger was a trained carpenter. In 1960, he established a workshop in Möhrendorf and built sound boxes for renowned violin-making companies. Möhrendorf is located next to Bubenreuth, one of the most important centres of German stringed instrument making. In 1996, his father Siegfried Ebersberger took over the business and focused it on high-quality instruments. Christopher grew up in this workshop and began violin making at an early age. At 17, he started his apprenticeship at the traditional firm Karl Höfner. Shortly thereafter, he passed his master's examination, and in 2008 he opened his own workshop. He has always been fascinated by the old Italian master instruments. His goal is to build violins, violas and cellos that can compete with them. Each instrument is crafted entirely by hand using the classical method over an inner form and hand-varnished with a brush. Thus, each of his instruments is unique.
This cello is also a visual delight. The table is crafted from silver fir, a rare and highly prized tonewood among violin makers. Its fine, even grain runs across the entire width of the table. The two-piece back of flamed maple is beautifully figured. The flames run in a regular rhythm from the seam to the edge. The ribs, neck and scroll are also vividly flamed and match well with the back. The golden-orange varnish allows the wood to glow warmly and beautifully highlights the flame. The scroll is precisely and elegantly cut, and the corners and purfling are neatly executed. Every detail of the instrument bears witness to the care with which it was built.
The cello impresses with a very powerful, balanced and radiant tone. It sounds even and closed from the deep C string to the high A string. The lows have depth, the highs have brilliance. It also has good carrying power: the tone cuts through in the orchestra and fills even a large concert hall. At the same time, the cello is pleasantly easy to play. It responds effortlessly and allows for fine articulation.
The instrument is in excellent condition, very well maintained and optimally set up for playing. It is suitable for professional musicians, students and discerning amateurs, in the orchestra as well as in chamber music and solo playing.
A cello of this quality is best experienced in person. I invite you to visit my showroom in Hildesheim to try it out at your leisure.