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    Double Bass Question about double bass intonation

    I can stick a business card easily under all the strings right at the nut. it is highest on E and A. D seems a bit lower than G.
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    Double Bass Question about double bass intonation

    i think i am having the same problem as the original poster but it's a little more extreme. I will try to explain my problem clearly :D. When all my open strings are completely in tune the notes on my G string are not in tune with the rest. i have to play about 1cm (maybe a little less)...
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    Double Bass Repair work recommendations and advice

    I have an approx 14 year old Romanian Carved top bass that is in rough condition. This is partially due to the extremely dry climate that i live in (Whitehorse, Yukon) and partially through neglect as I am an elementary school teacher and have had little time or opportunity to have this bass...