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For sale Mittenwald Shop Bass

Sold
$4,700.00
Strings
4
Status
This item has been sold and is no longer available!

Details

A side effect of the pandemic has been time develop some other musical interests outside the realm of DB, and I'm realizing I don't need this much bass anymore. Putting it up here to see if there's interest.

Fully carved German shop bass double bass made in Mittenwald in 1961. Not branded, "handarbeit aus Mittenwald" label inside. Spruce top, Maple back, sides, and neck. Recently set up with a new adjustable Despiau bridge and steel endpin. Needs nothing and ready to play. Comes with a padded bass bag. String length is 41.25". Currently set up with a relatively new set of spirocore weichs.

It's a nice one, and has been well taken care of. Happy to answer questions.

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Comments

TomB

Supporting Member
Aug 24, 2007
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Vermont
I have exactly this bass I think, maybe older, but I recognize the label. Mine was ridden hard and then professionally refinished in the early ‘70’s to a natural varnish finish that has ambered nicely. It has been restored and plays great today. These are wonderful basses with a big sound and they hold up very well. GLWTS!
 
Feb 16, 2014
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Columbia, SC
Dropped the price a bit. We're moving in the next few months and I'm more motivated to sell, so any questions or interest don't hesitate to ask.
 

dponbass

Supporting Member
Dec 17, 2007
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New England
This looks an awful lot like a Hausmann bass I used to have a few years back. They were made in Mittenwald around the same time. Really a fantastic bass, I am sure this one would be just as sweet!
 
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Feb 16, 2014
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Columbia, SC
I remember reading that Hausmann was one of the many trade names used in Mittenwald, at least for violins, so very possible they were made in the same workshop.
 
Feb 16, 2014
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Columbia, SC
I've been waffling on selling and somewhat distracted by a move, but this bass is still for sale. Now located in Columbia, SC
 

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