Product overview A well crafted maple tailpiece with an ebony string board, designed for use with cello instruments. This tailpiece combines durable tonewood and a dense ebony saddle to provide reliable string anchoring, consistent vibration transfer, and a clean visual finish. Key benefits Solid materials for stable performance: maple body offers strength and balanced resonance while the ebony string board reduces wear at contact points. Improved string contact and durability: the ebony inlay provides a smooth, hard surface where strings sit, helping to minimize notching and extend string life. Reliable tension distribution: engineered to anchor strings securely and transmit vibrations efficiently to the instrument body. Simple fit and finish: finished to match typical cello hardware and intended for straightforward installation or replacement in standard cello setups. Clean aesthetics: natural maple grain with a dark ebony saddle for a professional, understated look. Function and compatibility Function: anchors and spaces cello strings, transfers string vibration to the instrument, and protects string contact points with an ebony board. Compatibility: intended for cello instruments and designed to work with standard cello setups and fittings. Suitable as a replacement or upgrade for many common cello tailpiece configurations. Materials and construction Body: maple wood selected for strength and tonal characteristics. Inlay: ebony string board for a hard, lowwear contact surface. Finish: smooth, instrumentgrade finish for installation and handling. Practical use scenarios Replacement for a worn tailpiece: swap out an old or cracked tailpiece to restore reliable string anchoring and reduce string wear. Upgrade during instrument setup: install as part of a setup to achieve a cleaner string contact surface and more consistent vibration transfer. Luthier and use: suitable for workshop repairs or custom builds where a durable maple tailpiece with ebony saddle is required. What to expect A durable, easytoinstall tailpiece made from traditional tonewoods. Improved protection at string contact points and a stable anchor for cello strings. Aesthetics that blend with a wide range of instrument finishes. Notes Check fit before installation to confirm compatibility with your instrument and tailgut or mounting hardware.