Recent content by listert

I'm certain they're the right pitch. I'm probably just nervous after breaking two D strings. Tuning is settling down as well. Just pleased to have been able to practise properly over the weekend. Thanks for the advice.

I've just started double bass after playing a lot of rock/blues EB. Joined up with a friend who does a lot of old time sessions mainly for something to keep me occupied. Apart from struggling with a physically big instrument I find I have to think way more about what I'm playing even though it...

Hi I got yet another D string and happily managed to get it on without breaking. I needle filed the bridge and nut to ensure they were smooth and applied lots of graphite from a woodworking pencil. It felt quite tight towards the end but didn't actually break - still can't tune it without...

Hi I've had the same problem. Just started double bass. Broke one D when stringing up new out of box. ordered a replacement and that's just broken on me. Both broke on or near the tuning peg. The tension felt too high as i was putting them in - I used a clip on tuner to find D. Way to low and...