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    Double Bass Tony Garnier's bass?

    After much correspondence we were able to identify the main features of the Bass, including the materials, dimensions, string length, varnish, violin shape, no binding etc. In particular we focussed on the width of the upper and lower bouts so it was quite comfortable. During this process I...
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    Double Bass Tony Garnier's bass?

    Oh no! Now I feel under a bit of pressure. After my post yesterday I started thinking that all instruments have a story and perhaps I had overestimated the TG bass story. Any way here goes... ... " I first met Tony quite some time ago when he had just joined the Never Ending Tour. We knind of...
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    Double Bass Tony Garnier's bass?

    Hi all, I am new here and thought I should come out and finally let people know that I made Tony Garniers' bass seeing as how so many people are asking. There is quite a story behind it if any one is interested. This seems like a great site and I am glad I have joined up. Paul.