What kind of wood is used to make cellos?

Answer by  AllanR (43)

Traditionally, cellos are made from a combination of spruce for the top and maple for the rest of it. However, non-traditional woods such as poplar or willow can also be used instead of maple. Some companies also make aluminum or carbon fiber cellos.

Answer by  aharthy00 (40)

Most commonly, spruce is used to make the top while maple is used for the ribs and the back. Occasionally willow or poplar are used.

Answer by  hyperkid (470)

well there are several different types of wood that are used for making a cello. one of the woods is spruce, along with maple and poplar. Maple and spruce being the most common though.

Answer by  zacanger (434)

Traditionally cellos are made with a spruce top and maple for the back and sides. Poplar and willow are also sometimes used for the back and sides, and laminated woods on cheap models.