How long is a 3/4 bass string?

tenorbass · #1 01-08-2006, 08:11 PM

Hello I whanted to know how long a 3/4 upright bass string is! I am building a upright esk bass and i whant to know if it will be long enough. So how long?? (in cm or in) THANKS

JoeyNaeger · #2 01-08-2006, 08:16 PM

41" is a pretty standard and comfortable length.

tenorbass · #3 01-08-2006, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeyNaeger

41" is a pretty standard and comfortable length.

41 inches?

jmpiwonka · #4 01-08-2006, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by tenorbass

41 inches?

yeah, 41-42".

**Francois Blais** · #5 01-09-2006, 07:00 AM

Do you want to know the scale or the total lenght?
As previous posters said, the 3/4 scale ir around 41-42 inches, but the total string lenght is much more.

It'd be a nice idea to fill out your profile too.

http://www.talkbass.com/forum/profil...do=editprofile

Thanks in advance.
Regards,
François