The VC701 Rudoulf Doetsch Series advanced cello outfit are hand-crafted by master luthiers and are hailed by both teachers and performers. They feature a highly select spruce top with maple back that has been plate-tuned for optimal performance. The hand-applied antique-style, multi-layer varnish enhances both the beauty and ringing sound quality of the wood. The result is a VC701 cello that is professional in both appearance and sound.