Aubert À Mirecourt Deluxe Cello Bridge #18L – 90mm ‘Belgian’ Low (Untreated)

The Aubert À Mirecourt Deluxe #18L Belgian Low is a specialized professional bridge blank for cellists who prefer the brilliant, focused projection of a Belgian design but require a lower starting profile. Crafted from Aubert's highest tier of aged French maple, this "Deluxe" model is untreated, offering master luthiers the purest wood quality to perform custom thinning and tonal adjustments. With a 90mm foot width and a reduced 106mm blank height, it is perfectly suited for high-performance 4/4 cellos.

Angkor Music Luthier Insight

The Belgian Low #18LNT is a unique find at Angkor Music. While the Belgian pattern is famous for its long legs and high "heart"—which typically adds brilliance and "pop" to the sound—this Low version (106mm) is specifically useful for instruments with a lower neck overstand or those where a standard 110mm blank would require excessive waste during carving. Because it is untreated, the luthier can maintain the natural, complex vibrations of the premium maple, resulting in a sound that is both powerful and harmonically rich.

Precision Luthier Blank

This bridge is uncarved and must be professionally fitted to your cello's top plate. Proper fitting ensures maximum sound transfer and prevents structural damage to the instrument.

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Aubert Deluxe Belgian Low Features

  • Top-Tier Deluxe Wood: Sourced from the finest aged maple stocks in Mirecourt, France, featuring prominent medullary rays.
  • Belgian Pattern: Designed with a higher heart and sleeker legs to enhance the instrument's clarity and soloistic projection.
  • Low Profile (106mm): An ideal height for specific instrument setups, reducing the amount of carving required for the top arch.
  • Untreated Natural State: Allows the artisan to determine the final tonal seasoning and ensures a natural acoustic response.

Specifications

Brand Aubert À Mirecourt (France)
Model Deluxe Belgian Low (#18LNT)
Instrument Size 4/4 Full Size Cello
Foot Width 90mm
Blank Height 106mm
Material Natural Aged Deluxe Maple

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose the "Low" version?
Standard Belgian blanks are often 110mm tall. If your cello has a standard or slightly lower neck angle, a 110mm blank results in a lot of "lost" wood after carving. The 106mm Low blank preserves the structural proportions of the Belgian design for these instruments.

Is an untreated bridge better than a treated one?
"Better" depends on the instrument. Untreated Deluxe bridges provide a more natural, organic sound profile, whereas treated bridges are hardened to provide extra brightness. Many professional players prefer the complexity of untreated natural maple.

How do I know if I need a Belgian or French bridge?
Generally, Belgian bridges (like this one) are chosen to add brilliance and focus to a cello that sounds a bit "dark" or "slow." French bridges are typically chosen for a warmer, more traditional sound.

SKU 83220
Brand Aubert
Unit Of Measure ea

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