Recent content by bcpbass910

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    Double Bass NBD: 2014 Shen SB88 - First Upright Purchase

    My thoughts exactly. That was one of the biggest factors for me in looking for a bass, wanted it to be in very good condition & well maintained. Had no interest in buying something that would potentially need a lot of work done on the front end or frequently.
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    Double Bass NBD: 2014 Shen SB88 - First Upright Purchase

    Finally pulled the trigger after a good bit of research & waiting. I’m a professional electric player but a beginner on the upright, so had to put in some time prepping for this purchase. Had a bit of an odyssey to find this one – I had been eyeing a Shen SB80 in Alabama, the pictures looked...
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    Double Bass First Time Buyer Help

    He’s asking just shy of $1000, and I’d say my budget all in would be no more than $1300 if I can get away with it, but I would wiggle if it's the right one or if the right circumstances presented themselves. I’d be willing to travel but ideally no more than 6 hours away.
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    Double Bass First Time Buyer Help

    Wow.. I want to first say thank you for the support and generosity of knowledge/expertise you all have been so kind to share on here. Makes me even more excited to be joining “the dark side” ha. Means a lot & thanks for everyone contributing to this discussion. I live in Memphis, TN, and will...
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    Double Bass First Time Buyer Help

    I’m a professional electric bass player in the market for a beginner double bass - I went to look at this Engelhardt EC1 in person & am noticing a few things about it that seem slightly off. First, some hairline cracking at the heel of the neck. Second, the saddle that the tailpiece wraps...