Bender endpin fitting

$100.00

The Klaus Bender endpin fitting features a twist-to-tighten mechanism which eliminates the traditional thumb screw.   Where wood fittings can swell and shrink with seasonal changes, the aluminum (like composites) are unaffected by weather changes.  Currently we do not stock these but have special ordered them.  The hole accommodates a 10mm endpin, and the fitting itself is available in four diameters:   23.5 mm, 25 mm, 26.5 mm and 28 mm.   Check the size of your cello’s hole so you know which you need.  Bender also offers four different endpin shafts but so far cellists have just been interested in the fitting itself.  Call for availability and pricing which is subject to change as we special order.

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