The right cello bow can make a remarkable difference to your instrument’s tone, response, articulation and projection.
At Tempest Music, we offer an extensive range of cello bows in Perth, from student bows through to fine bows for advanced and professional musicians. Our range includes specialist makers such as JonPaul and Arcus, together with German-made wooden bows from Dörfler, Stauffer and other respected makers.
Choosing the Right Cello Bow
Differences in weight, balance, stiffness and materials can noticeably change both the playing experience and the response of your cello. For this reason, a bow shouldn’t be selected on price or specifications alone.
We encourage players to bring their cello and compare several bows side by side. A bow that works beautifully with one cello can produce a very different result with another.
Traditional Wood or Modern Carbon Fibre?
Our range gives cellists the opportunity to compare very different approaches to bow making.
Dörfler, Stauffer and other German makers offer traditionally crafted wooden bows, including fine pernambuco bows for advancing and experienced musicians.
JonPaul offers bows from student through to professional level, combining traditional bow-making with modern materials including carbon fibre, wood/carbon combinations and pernambuco.
Arcus takes a distinctly modern approach, producing exceptionally light and rigid German-made carbon-fibre bows known for their fast response and precise articulation.
Find the Right Bow for Your Cello
Whether you’re choosing your first bow, upgrading or looking for a fine bow to complement an advanced cello, our team can help you compare the options.
Visit our Perth showroom with your cello and explore our extensive bow range to discover the combination that gives you the response, control and sound you’re looking for.
