James Min is a master luthier out of Chicago and a protégé of renowned maker William Whedbee. This cello is a superb example of Min’s expert craftsmanship and artistry. Its tone is crystal clear throughout the range of the instrument. The upper register offers an intense purity of sound that projects with the greatest of ease. The low register on this instrument is also phenomenal. The booming bass of the C string is earthy and sumptuous, fully complementing the openness of sound and abundance of overtones this instrument demonstrates. This James Min cello would be well-suited to an advanced student or professional player.