The 8mm NHM endpin is solid carbon fiber with a heat-hardened steel tip, 20″ long and comes with the matching composite fitting which tightens with a collar rather than putting pressure of a screw tip against the rod. Fittings are available in 27.5 and 25.5mm so you need to know the size the opening in your cello when placing your order. Protective rubber cap for the extremely sharp tip is included and extras may be purchased.
TekPin’s unique vertical angle endpin is offered in multiple models. The Conservatory nodel features a black plastic fitting instead of wood. The $500 model version has a stainless housing with stainless rod. The $550 model has a stainless housing with a harder carbide rod, beneficial if you are playing on concrete surfaces. The vertical enpin allows for more freedom of movement — front to back as well as side to side — eliminating tension in your back. More information is available at the maker’s website https://tekpinusa.com
Akusticus plastic tailpiece, 220 mm in length, has integrated fine tuners and a wire tail loop. This is a popular choice for fine instruments as it can help enhance volume and tone. Weight ~ 81.8g. There are replacement parts for this tailpiece so if you break a fine tuner, don’t throw the tailpiece away!
Cube Acoustics 8mm endpin is made of a patent-pending special alloy. Weight is ~ 246 g, length is 23.5″. The extra length allows for more rod resonating in the cello. Of course this varies with height of cellist, body length and contours of cello, so results should vary. As far as the tonal enhancements you will experience, you simply have to try it and gauge its performance for yourself. The endpin will tarnish over time and it can be left to a natural brown patina. If you want to polish it, recommended is 0000 steel wool, or brass/silver polish.
$450.00
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Once we know what you want and where it has to be shipped, we’ll check stock, clarify any questions you may have, and give you shipping options, transit times and costs.
