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Because I am the awesome, attentive boyfriend I am, I want to get my girlfriend a Cello for christmas. She does not play the Cello. She has mentioned several times that she has always wanted to learn to play the Cello since she was a little girl and has even investigated taking lessons. I figured this would be a cool surprise for her.

The bad news is an acoustic Cello would probably not garner the best attention from our neighbors. Actually, I've never been near an acoustic Cello in person so I actually don't know how loud they are. But I'm assuming it wouldn't be a good idea.

So I was considering getting her an electric Cello. I think she may like this even better, as she is learning I would not be able to hear how bad she is. But I know nothing of such devices. I'm seeing price ranges anywhere from $300-$3000. I'm not sure what is considered 'acceptable' quality, especially for a beginner, as I have never played a string instrument. Price isn't a huge issue as I actually wouldn't mind trying to learn to play this thing either.


Anyone have any advice here? Would I be better off just going to a used musical instrument shop here in LA and getting a real Cello?

As always I am grateful for the wonderment that is the PPOT braintrust.