4/4 Cello Bows – Masterful Craftsmanship for Full-Size Instruments
The 4/4 cello bow represents the pinnacle of string articulation, designed to unlock the full expressive potential of your full-size cello. At Elit Music, we present hand-selected bows that marry traditional craftsmanship with modern precision, ensuring every stroke delivers clarity, depth, and dynamic control.
Premium Pernambuco bows offer unparalleled tonal warmth and responsiveness, their natural flexibility adapting to the most nuanced phrasing. High-performance carbon fiber bows provide exceptional stability and consistency, maintaining their integrity across humidity changes and rigorous touring schedules. For discerning students, our select Brazilwood bows deliver professional-grade playability at an accessible price point.
Each 4/4 bow features:
Precisely calculated weight distribution (78-82g for Pernambuco, 80-84g for carbon) for effortless spiccato and sautillé techniques
Hand-carved camber profiles optimized for even hair tension and controlled bounce
Premium Mongolian horsehair dressed with natural rosin compatibility for immediate grip and articulation
With 30+ years of expertise, we guide professionals and advanced students alike to their perfect match—whether seeking Baroque-style flexibility, Romantic-era power, or contemporary reliability.
Technical specifications:
Bow length 72-74 cm
Weight range 76-84 grams (material-dependent)
Balance point 19-21 cm from frog
Hair width 10-11 mm at tip
Frog materials Ebony with pearl slide or full silver mounting
