Electric Cellos

The Antonio Strad electric cellos have all the same feel of acoustic cellos along with quality augmentation, so you’ll have a blast amping up your playing. From extra strings to powerful amplified voices — as clean or distorted as you want —  all at a variety of price points, there is an electric cello in our catalog to match your needs. Every model is made by trusted manufacturers who guarantee a great sound. A good sound will encourage you to play more. And the more you play the better you’ll get.

All of our electric cellos include nationwide shipping, easy 45-day returns, and the Antonio Strad 100% satisfaction guarantee. Take a look at our selection below, or get in touch if you would like a hand in choosing the best electric cello for you.

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Electric Cello FAQs

What are the best electric cellos?

Electric cellos come in a variety of shapes, styles, sounds, and amp capabilities, so it really depends on what you want out of an instrument! The NS models we have are designed to adjust to the tastes of the player, with ease of play at the forefront. Explore the differences between the models we carry in our catalog, as we list all their features so you can pinpoint the best electric cello for you.

How does an electric cello sound compare to an acoustic?

All electric cellos have a base tone that sounds like an acoustic cello. The degree of similarity varies from model to model, but the intention to mimic an acoustic sound is there in all of them. However, electric cellos don’t exist just to be an electric copy of an acoustic! They offer the opportunity to spice up your sound with effects, through modulation and distortion that can add a new dimension to your playing, so in truth, an electric cello can sound however you want!