I had never touched a string instrument in my life before buying this Lothar Semmlinger 132A cello, so I cannot possibly compare it with others. It does, I think, seem to me to be very well made. It is reassuring, even for a beginner, to play on an instrument made by a small family owned workshop, in stead of a mass produced one.
I telephoned Lothar Semmlinger in Baiersdorf with some of my questions, and they were very friendly and helpful.