For sale Excellent Condition Otto Rubner for only $15,000

BenCampbell said:

What a beautiful bass! GLWTS!

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wathaet said:

Have you considered just re-necking it. Should be easy to make this a 41’’ D-neck, maybe even 40 1/2’’

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Eric Hochberg said:

Interesting bass. Kind of a Quenoil shape with French tuners. You could try moving the bridge up with a false nut. I doubt the sound would suffer with a shorter string length, but don't quote me!

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KQBASS said:

1930’s Otto Rubner, Fully Carved Marchneukirchen, Germany

This bass is in very good condition and has been played in jazz, orchestral and solo settings.
The bass has a big warm sound and good response. I have had many comments from world class bassists about the great sound of the instrument and the ease of playing. These players, including: Michael Janisch, Hans Glawischnig, Corcoron Holt, Dave Santoro and Trey Henry, all used the bass while performing at the UW-La Crosse Jazz Festival.

I purchased the bass at David Gage String Instrument repair in 2001. In 2005, the bass got a new fingerboard and bridge with adjusters. This work was done by Henry Bohem at The Double Bass Workshop in Madsion, WI. This instrument has been well maintained and needs a good home! Included in price is a custom sized Mooradian Case.

Please email me with questions: [email protected]
Thanks,
Karyn Quinn



Hello. I have a twin double bass of this one that is in this post. It is identical. I would love to contact its owner to find out if he has any labels inside. Thanks. My email: [email protected]
Hello. I have a twin double bass of this one that is in this post. It is identical. I would love to contact its owner to find out if he has any labels inside. Thanks. My email: [email protected]

KQBASS said:

1930’s Otto Rubner, Fully Carved Marchneukirchen, Germany

This bass is in very good condition and has been played in jazz, orchestral and solo settings.
The bass has a big warm sound and good response. I have had many comments from world class bassists about the great sound of the instrument and the ease of playing. These players, including: Michael Janisch, Hans Glawischnig, Corcoron Holt, Dave Santoro and Trey Henry, all used the bass while performing at the UW-La Crosse Jazz Festival.

I purchased the bass at David Gage String Instrument repair in 2001. In 2005, the bass got a new fingerboard and bridge with adjusters. This work was done by Henry Bohem at The Double Bass Workshop in Madsion, WI. This instrument has been well maintained and needs a good home! Included in price is a custom sized Mooradian Case.

Please email me with questions: [email protected]
Thanks,
Karyn Quinn

Measurements:
String Length: 42.5 in.
Neck: D
Upper Bout: 18 in.
C Bout: 14 in.
Lower Bout: 26 in.
Rib Depth: 7-8 in.
Length of Body: 43.5 in.
Width at nut: 1.7 in.
Scroll to Shoulder: 29 in.
Full height scroll to bottom: 74 in.

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Measurements:
String Length: 42.5 in.
Neck: D
Upper Bout: 18 in.
C Bout: 14 in.
Lower Bout: 26 in.
Rib Depth: 7-8 in.
Length of Body: 43.5 in.
Width at nut: 1.7 in.
Scroll to Shoulder: 29 in.
Full height scroll to bottom: 74 in.

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KQBASS said:

1930’s Otto Rubner, Fully Carved Marchneukirchen, Germany

This bass is in very good condition and has been played in jazz, orchestral and solo settings.
The bass has a big warm sound and good response. I have had many comments from world class bassists about the great sound of the instrument and the ease of playing. These players, including: Michael Janisch, Hans Glawischnig, Corcoron Holt, Dave Santoro and Trey Henry, all used the bass while performing at the UW-La Crosse Jazz Festival.

I purchased the bass at David Gage String Instrument repair in 2001. In 2005, the bass got a new fingerboard and bridge with adjusters. This work was done by Henry Bohem at The Double Bass Workshop in Madsion, WI. This instrument has been well maintained and needs a good home! Included in price is a custom sized Mooradian Case.

Please email me with questions: [email protected]
Thanks,
Karyn Quinn

Measurements:
String Length: 42.5 in.
Neck: D
Upper Bout: 18 in.
C Bout: 14 in.
Lower Bout: 26 in.
Rib Depth: 7-8 in.
Length of Body: 43.5 in.
Width at nut: 1.7 in.
Scroll to Shoulder: 29 in.
Full height scroll to bottom: 74 in.

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