Cello Size Guide
Determining the correct cello size for a player requires the consideration of three factors; height, arm length (A) and finger span (B)**. Use the table below, ensuring at least two of these three factors match, to select the correct cello size.
**The straight-line distance between the centre of the tip of the index finger and the centre of the tip of the little finger, of a spanned hand.
The following table provides a guide to selecting a suitable instrument size. Other factors may be taken into account, including teaching method, and teacher and player preference. Instrument sizes may vary within their defined fractional size; this guide applies to Stringers’ range of instruments, and is intended to be as comprehensive as possible, but not definitive
| Age | Height | Distance 'A' | Finger Span 'B' | Cello Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Varies | 15"-15 3/4" | 3 1/4"-3 1/2" | 1/16 |
| 4-5 | Varies | 15 3/4"-16 1/2" | 3 1/2" - 3 3/4" | 1/10 |
| 5-6 | Varies | 16 1/2"-18" | 3 3/4"-4" | 1/8 |
| 6-8 | Under 4'0" | 18"-20" | 4"-4 1/2" | 1/4 |
| 8-10 | 4'0" - 4'6" | 20"-22" | 4 1/2"-5" | 1/2 |
| 10-13 | 4'6" - 5'0" | 22"-24" | 5"-5 1/2" | 3/4 |
| 13+ | At least 5'0" | At least 24" | At least 5 1/2" | 7/8 or 4/4 Full Size |