Detail 01
Brazilwood stick
The standard entry-level bow wood. Heavier and stiffer in feel than pernambuco, with less spring back into the string.
Product detailSKU #1302553613673
BellafinaStudent Brazilwood Cello Bow 1/8 Size Brazilwood
Sale
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An entry-level brazilwood bow sized for a 1/8 cello. For young beginners needing a spare or a replacement for a rental instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- A first bow for a small child on a 1/8 cello
- A backup bow to keep in the case for lessons
- Replacing a warped or damaged bow on a student rental
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone whose cello is not 1/8 size — length and weight won't match
- Advancing students working on spiccato and controlled bounce
- Players who want a lighter, more responsive stick for tone work
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
1/8 size
Shorter and lighter than a full bow. Matches a 1/8 cello so a small player can reach the tip without shifting the arm.
Detail 03
Student grade
Built for durability over nuance — it survives being dropped and handled by a beginner better than a fine bow does.
Detail 04
Wood, not carbon fiber
Wood reacts to humidity swings; the camber can drift over years. Carbon holds its shape more reliably in changing climates.
Detail 05
Under forty dollars
Priced as a consumable. Expect to rehair or replace rather than repair when the hair wears out.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the cello is 1/8 — bow size follows the instrument, not the player's age
- 02Plan on rosin; new hair won't grip the string until it's rosined
- 03Loosen the hair after every session or the stick will lose its camber
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What size cello does a 1/8 bow fit?
A 1/8 cello. Bow sizing follows the instrument, so match it to the cello you own rather than estimating from the player's height or age.
02Is brazilwood good for a beginner?
It is the usual starting point. Durable and inexpensive, so a beginner learning bow handling can drop or over-tighten it without much cost.
03How tight should the hair be?
Turn the screw until roughly a pencil's width sits between hair and stick at the middle. Loosen it fully when you put the bow away.
04How long will it last?
Depends on practice hours. Hair loses grip and sheds over months of regular playing; at this price most players replace the bow rather than rehair it.
