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I'm curious to hear if/how players have needed to modify their bow technique after switching from BelCantos or other "normal" string set to Tempera Bassos.

A friend has asked me for an opinion on what his '76 PBass is worth. White, maple board, OSHC, 8 lbs.

Looking for opinions on strings for a youngish bass in need of darker strings. Kaplan light gauge has been recommended, but Helicore light/medium might be good as well. Any opinions between the two based on experience would be appreciated.

At playing tension, should the tension of the hair be the same all across?

Yikes.

On my teacher's advice, I'm trying a set of Flexocor Originals on a fairly young (2013) bass, and to put to mildly, they're pretty brash, especially the G/D. Anyone have an idea about how long they might take to calm down? I'm seeing a luthier next week for a general spring checkup, and am...

Anyone got a good fingering for mm 59-60, 1st mvmt?

Can someone point me to a video clip where the basses are actually shown through the entire bass variation instead of cutting to the accompanying woodwinds and obligatory tambourine closeup?

If the strings you prefer come from a country in the EU, it might be time to stock up before possible tariffs go into effect.

Does anybody out there have a bass part for Dvorak Symphony #1, AKA "The Bells of Zlonice" ? The IMSLP part is badly scanned, resulting in missing stems, ledger lines, etc. If you've played it, how the **** did you turn pages?

I really like Wiedoft rosin. I do wish it was round, though.

Anybody ever try EP all-synthetic Slaps for arco/orchestra use? I'm thinking about trying them on my smaller bass and wanted to ask around before doing the required nut work for installation.

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I'm considering Evah Slaps synthetic GDA to be easier on ailing pizz fingers, and need an E/C that would be tension/tone compatible. I'm considering Obligato, but am open to others.

The recurring 16th note lick in the first movement has become a subject of discussion in my section. Start up bow or down bow?

Anyone got a broken-in Permanent long E/C they'd like to get rid of?

Can someone share the shaft diameters for the Sloane and Rubner "Rustic French" tuners?

Anyone got a bass part they could scan and share?

Acoustic Image Clarus SL and Arnopol Crazy 8 speaker. Both in mint condition. Includes the AI amp bag and a case with shoulder strap that holds both at 20.2 lbs total. I'll split shipping with buyer.

Acoustic Image Clarus SL and Arnopol Crazy 8 speaker. Both in mint condition. Includes the AI amp bag and a case with shoulder strap that holds both at 20.2 lbs total. I'll split shipping with buyer.

Looking for a bass for a colleague in community orchestra. Shen SB 100 or equivalent would be ideal.

My teacher has recommended I try these on my big German bass. I'll consider new, or used in good shape. Original Flexocor with solid purple silks on tailpiece end.

Looking for used but usable Spirocore long E (extension) Weich/Mittel.

Gaines bass wheel with 1/2 inch shaft. $150 shipped CONUS, $140 NYC (Inwood) pickup. Mint condition-never been used outside.

Ball end is about 1" black above 2" orange silk.

I have two fine basses, both with capoed C extensions. One (A) has the string passing through a hole in the scroll, the other (B) the currently fashionable two-pulley system that eliminates the need for the hole. Both extensions work well. The two-pulley system is a nice piece of engineering and...

Anyone have experience with Flexocors? Not Deluxe or Original but with ruby silk at tailpiece. I got bored with bel Cantos after a concert and put on a light gauge set I had in the stash with a Permanent long E. Big 1890ish German bass. They're considerably louder, but quite a bit on the brash...

I recently received a copy of this book, and after reading it, can recommend it for every double bass player, handy or not. Arnold explains in clear terms all the important things a bass owner should know about how to care for their instrument. Even if a player does nothing more than change...

I read somewhere that rosin can be cleaned off the top of a bass using an old credit card. My question is: Good or bad idea, and if good, across or with the grain?

I read somewhere that rosin can be cleaned off the top of a bass using an old credit card. My question is: Good or bad idea, and if good, across or with the grain?

These strings are all either sold or donated to musicians in Cuba. In an effort to rid myself of temptation, the following are available: Pirastro sets: all with long E/C Flexocor (burgundy silk)-barely used-$150 Original Flat Chrome-$55 Pirastro Singles...

Looking for a bass buggie in its original iteration with the older style wheels, not the larger ones made of hard plastic.

I have a friend in Seville in need of a wheel, and the only one I've been able to locate over there is the crappy one (axle support on only one side, no flat on the shaft) from Thomann. Does anyone know where she could find a Gaines, Xeros, or other wheel that has axle support on both sides?

Latest iteration strings from Genssler. Extended E/C. Made for 41 1/4" string length. Installed, played for a week. Price includes shipping CONUS. PP preferred SOLD

Anyone gotten a bass into a 2015 Ford CMax hatchback?

I have a friend who's living in Seville for a year and needs to rent a bass. Any suggestions would be welcomed.

Rev Solo pickup-it's been sanded about .5mm to fit, otherwise as new. Price includes shipping.

Does anyone know where to get score and parts for Toscanini’s adaptation of Verdi’s String Quartet for string orchestra?

Okay fellow string geeks/obsessives, here's the question: I'm currently playing and am mostly happy with BC GDA and Permanent E/C on AES#34. A friend's teacher suggested Flexocors (burgundy silk at ball end) for darker sound and easier bowing. Opinions? I know....stop switching strings and...

I think it's classified as a "small 3/4", but it was a little loose on my Schnitzer Testore model.. Excellent condition. Located in Upper Manhattan. Prefer local sale.