Jan Goldstein

Having been playing with my cello-bass for a week now... I Like It! It's true, i am an octave above where I usually live, but it sure does have a nice sound to it. What I really wanted was a chance to learn to use a bow on an instrument I am familiar with without give up all the real estate a DB demands. I think this is going to be really fun to bring along when we play acoustic shows.

I got my D'addario conversion strings delivered and put them on the cello today. So far... i like it!

Thanks for the welcome and responses, guys. Really thoughtful points. I suspect I will probably break down and spring for those D'addario conversion strings. I took a second look at the video you shared, Owen. That's a pretty big sound.. Woodwind, I know you are right about learning to play in fifths is good for person.

Hi Everyone. I just got myself a cello that I plan to use as a bass of sorts. D'addario sells a set of strings for this purpose, but at $150 they're a little pricey. So I'm wondering if anyone else has experimented with a Cello and a fourths tuning solution? Op4en to ideas here. Peace!