CELLO ENDPIN STOP
‘I think many good inventions come from a combination of science and empathy,’ says Michael Wiener, a former psychology professor and music enthusiast who is now head of research and development at the Swiss accessories manufacturer Dolfinos. ‘Players study for years and deserve the best technology.’ This is why the company has designed a new cello ‘grip-foot’, to offer an alternative to ‘unreliable’ rubber endpin stops and strips, and to replicate the freedom of playing with only a spike. The grip-foot comprises a detachable and washable thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) sleeve, a plastic plate and a steel attachment into which the cello’s spike, fitted with a rubber sleeve, is screwed. ‘Thanks to this smart attaching mechanism, you can reposition your cello during a performance,’ Wiener says.
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