A standard French-model cello bridge blank
The ‘Model X’ bridge designed by Luiz Amorim, in its final construction stages
FRENCH BRIDGE COURTESY MATTEO PONTIGGIA. MODEL X BRIDGE COURTESY AMORIM FINE VIOLINS
The cello is a beautiful and complex instrument, known for its rich, deep sound. The bridge is an essential component of its structure, responsible for transferring the vibrational energy of the strings into the body and contributing significantly to the overall sound of the instrument. To achieve the best possible sound, the cello bridge needs to be light enough to transmit the movement of the strings efficiently, yet rigid enough to support the static load of the strings.