double bass

  1. Palatino VB-004 3/4 Upright Double Bass – Excellent Condition – With Case

    For sale Palatino VB-004 3/4 Upright Double Bass – Excellent Condition – With Case

    Beautiful Palatino VB-004 upright double bass, believed to be 3/4 size, in excellent condition. I purchased this bass approximately 20 years ago from a former teacher. It has been played very little during my ownership and has spent the majority of its life stored in its case in a...
    $850.00
  2. 1960s - 70s removable neck German bass with optional travel cases

    For sale 1960s - 70s removable neck German bass with optional travel cases

    Selling a double bass (1960s-1970s) made in Germany with removable neck and optional accompanying travel cases. This bass has been on a few Blue Note recordings and 15+ recordings. In really good condition and regularly maintained, soundpost and strings in great condition. Bass is listing for...
    $8,500.00
  3. Nino Mute for Double Bass

    For sale Nino Mute for Double Bass

    This a mint condition Nino Mute 4XT. It was used once just to hear how it sounds. This is their heaviest mute/thump model. They sell for $50 brand new. https://www.ninomute.com/product-page/ninomute-omni-4
    $30.00
  4. 1940s-50s German Gamba 3/4 Hybrid Flatback

    For sale 1940s-50s German Gamba 3/4 Hybrid Flatback

    1940s–1950s German Gamba 3/4 Flatback I purchased this bass from Mike Shank about three years ago. He had done the setup work prior to my purchase. The top is carved spruce, the sides are solid wood (believed to be maple), and the back is a plywood flatback. It is set up very well for jazz...
    $4,500.00
  5. 7/8 Nick Lloyd Double Bass with C Extension

    For sale 7/8 Nick Lloyd Double Bass with C Extension

    I'm selling my absolutely gorgeous Nick Lloyd double bass that I commissioned in 2019. This instrument has a deep sub-woofer like bottom end and a singing upper register that makes it the absolute perfect audition instrument that can also hold it's own in a section or a chamber setting. I have...
    $38,000.00
  6. Pedronimus

    Looking to better my bowing.

    Hi, I am a university upright bass student majoring in music education. I've recently been foraging the internet for a digital copy of the art of the bow François Rabbath. If anyone has a clue on how I can get my hands on it, or a resource with similar if not even more information, I'd really...
  7. LunaSound

    Wanted WANTED: Gut D and G

    Looking to buy lightly used gut D and G string. I have gamuts on there now and would love the same brand but am willing to try something different. Can also offer for trade: Evah Pirazzi D and G weich only used long enough to compare sound to gamuts. Spirocore mediums — full set. Used roughly...
  8. G

    Double Bass Need help identifying this bass.

    Hello all, new here. Short story time. I have been playing bass roughly 20 years. 4, 5, and 6 strings. Became a professional luthier about 8 years ago. Zero orchestral knowledge. I live in a very rural area, and I got this bass out of the garbage in my neighborhood. Cast out by its previous...
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    • double bass identification identify stand up bass
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Double Basses
  9. Gallien-Krueger 200MB
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     For sale Gallien-Krueger 200MB

    Used but not abused. I have personally owned this amp since the late 80s. I had the original speaker replaced with a Sica Neo 12" about 5 years ago. I recently had the amp serviced by my amp tech. He cleaned the power switch and re-soldered a few connections. Love the sound, but using it less...
    $325.00
  10. Gallien Krueger MB 150 S III Combo
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    For sale Gallien Krueger MB 150 S III Combo

    The mighty and venerable GK MB-150S III. Awesome little amp. Excellent for double bass or electric bass. I am the original owner. It's in very good condition and all features function properly. There are minor scuffs on the sides from the bag's strap rivets. The included padded bag has some...
    $600.00
  11. [Reduced] 2005 Upton Bass Super Swing Laminate - Trades Considered
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    For sale [Reduced] 2005 Upton Bass Super Swing Laminate - Trades Considered

    Upton Bass Super Swing laminate bass from 2005. 7/8 size bass, rounded back. This bass is physically wider and louder compared to standard 3/4-size basses. Ebony fittings, Upton adjustable bridge, Spirocore Mittel strings, lovingly cared for. Price is negotiable. I have $3754 invested in the...
    $3,400.00
  12. Juzek 401H 1/2 sized

    For sale Juzek 401H 1/2 sized

    John Juzek's original shop was located in Prague but there were also luthiers located in Schönbach, Czechoslovakia where countless stringed instruments were produced, all carrying the John Juzek label - these were imported in large numbers into America starting in the 1920s. The company's basses...
    $3,500.00
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    • Category: For Sale: Double Basses
  13. disco_theque

    Double Bass Krivo magnetic pickup quiet D string

    Hello all, first time posting and I hope this is the right place. I play upright in a loud band using lots of pedals and installed a Krivo pickup to fight the feedback. Overall am very happy with the pickup, it's been much better than the Realist I had before! The only problem is that the D...
  14. Transistor

    Double Bass Clatter from endpin when moving double bass

    I have a Thomann / Hora 22 3/4 Europe double bass. I'm 183 cm tall and I play with the end pin out past the third groove. I have a minor problem that when I move the bass (crowded acoustic venue) to relocate the pin on the floor I get a disconcerting clatter from the instrument unless I lower...
  15. Vintage Underwood Pickup
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    For sale Vintage Underwood Pickup

    Vintage standard Underwood pickup for double bass. I've used it for a long while but I'm moving on to a different pickup. Free shipping to CONUSA. "The Underwood pickup is a classic, durable, and highly regarded piezoelectric transducer for double bass, known for its simple, no-modification...
    $125.00
  16. Chinese Carved Bass with C Extension
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    For sale Chinese Carved Bass with C Extension

    This is an unlabeled fully carved 3/4 Chinese Bass that has a new fingerboard, bridge, end pin, Realist Lifeline, and C Extension added. Spruce top, maple back and sides. Currently strung with Kaplan Mediums. 40.75” string length. D neck. I was using it as a second instrument but no longer...
    $6,000.00
  17. Luciano Golia custom double bass with C extension
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    For sale Luciano Golia custom double bass with C extension

    Custom-made bass by Italian maker Luciano Golia. Generous 3/4 size with deep body for richer sound, but narrow shoulders for ease of playing. I paid more than my sale price after shipping and after setup and adjustments done by a wonderful local bass expert. It's a lovely instrument but I...
    $15,500.00
    • ErickaK
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    • Category: For Sale: Double Basses
  18. C

    Double Bass Looking for a Double Bass in Paris

    Hi everyone, I’m searching for a 3/4 or 7/8 size bass to borrow or rent for a gig in Paris on February 5th. Ideally with adjustable bridge (or fixed bridge and high action), and steel strings. Any leads appreciated! Thanks
  19. 1940s 3/4 Juzek Bass

    For sale 1940s 3/4 Juzek Bass

    1940s 3/4 Juzek (Master Art) -Fully carved -41' 1/2 String Length (Moved Nut) -New Fingerboard w/Shim (See side picture) (2024) -Bridge Replaced (2024) -Endpin Replaced (2019) -Straight Endpin -Bout Bumpers Great Intermediate to advanced level instrument. Has taken me from my undergraduate to...
    $8,000.00
  20. B

    Double Bass Double bass lessons - Greater Toronto Area

    Hey all - I'm currently looking for a private teacher for double bass in the Greater Toronto Area, preferably north of Toronto (e.g. Vaughan, Richmond Hill). If anyone has any contacts or suggestions, would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
  21. S

    Amp for upright bass

    Based on the reviews I’ve read, I’m tossing up between a Mark Bass CMD 121 Pure Combo and a Mark Acoustic DV AC101 combo. I am a double bass player who has used (and loved) my Acoustic Image Contra Combo for 20+ years, but it is now beyond repair. I use a Realist pick-up. I have a Phil Jones...
  22. Pablo Flores

    Double Bass Jimmy Garrison interviewed by Ed Michael WKCR 1971

    Have you ever heard of these interview and where I can find it? I´ve been nerding about Jimmy Garrison in the last couple of months, digging deeper in to his work, particularly pre Coltrane and post Coltrane. While reading "Coltrane, the story of a sound" by Ben Ratliff I stumbled upon this...
  23. baste_artist

    Double Bass Perpetuals - Stark/Medium/Mixed?

    A teacher/friend of mine came by the other day with a full set of the perpetual starks, and I was blown away. I've only ever played spirocores, and the amount of low end coming from the perpetuals was huge! Obviously, there was a lot less mid range and sustain, especially in the upper register...
  24. D'Addario KAPLAN Medium (full set)
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    For sale D'Addario KAPLAN Medium (full set)

    For sale is a set of Medium 3/4 KAPLAN strings. I installed them on my bass for a few weeks, but never gig'ed them. Shipping to Canada / US included. PayPal payment.
    $80.00
  25. Luca Visconti

    Double Bass Seeking More 'Rattle' on Lower Strings

    Hi everyone, I'm a double bass player from Italy, and I think I have a setup-related question. Two years ago, I bought a 3/4 (105 cm scale length) fully carved Romanian double bass. It’s not fancy, but I really like the way it sounds. A couple of months later, I took it to a luthier who...
  26. Lemur Venice 5/8 FlyAway Travel Bass w/ Flight Case
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    For sale Lemur Venice 5/8 FlyAway Travel Bass w/ Flight Case

    Lemur Venice 5/8 Fully Carved FlyAway Upright Bass with Travel Case Price: $5,699 (Original cost: ~$8,000, not including flight case) Overview This Venice bass is a professional-grade fully carved 5/8 upright by Lemur Music, featuring the coveted FlyAway removable neck system. Perfect for...
    $5,699.00
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    Amtrak kicked me off at 4am in the middle of nowhere because of my bass

    I was recently on a long haul Amtrak ride with my double bass after an audition. Been on 2-20hr rides with the bass tucked between the last row and toilet, or in the disabled area (not recommended!) and never got in trouble. Tbh if I use Amtrak I am most likely travelling with a bass. Before I...
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    Double Bass Don't know what I have

    First time poster. Any insight is appreciated. Purchased this bass second-hand a couple years back. It isn't getting enough love in my home, so I'm looking to trade it. I purchased it for 1600 and would like to verify it's value so that I have a foundation to bargain from. The problem is that I...
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    Radial PZ-Pro - Powering with Pedal Board Power Supply

    I recently purchased a Radial PZ-Pro for use with my double bass and I love it! I was hoping to power it from my pedal board power supply (TrueTone CS6) and use an HX Stomp through its effects loop. However, after plugging it in, it simply doesn't power on. According to Radial's website, it can...
  30. Barcza

    Double Bass Brass vs. Aluminium bridge adjuster?

    Hi everyone, I’m considering installing Petz Brass Bass Bridge Screws (bridge adjusters) on my double bass, and I was wondering if anyone here has real-world experience with them. How reliable are they in the long run? Any issues with stability, thread wear, or damage to the bridge? Would you...
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    • Thread
    • adjusters bridge adjusters bridge adjustment double bass screw
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: Setup & Repair [DB]
  31. "Diadromous" by Stephan Crump and Otherlands Trio from the album Star Mountain on Intakt Records

    "Diadromous" by Stephan Crump and Otherlands Trio from the album Star Mountain on Intakt Records

    Otherlands Trio Stephan Crump • acoustic bass Darius Jones • alto saxophone Eric McPherson • drums The album, Star Mountain, arrives October 17, 2025 on Intakt Records
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  32. 2004 Anton Krutz Gamba 7/8 w/ B-Extension

    For sale 2004 Anton Krutz Gamba 7/8 w/ B-Extension

    Selling my beloved Anton Krutz 7/8 made in Kansas City. I am the second owner and have played this bass professionally for the last 14 years. Some features include: 41.5" string length, D neck, New Harmony carbon fiber end pin, KC Strings adjustable B-Extension, newer strings, and it will come...
    $25,000.00
    or best offer
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    Double Bass The most versatile orchestral string?

    Hi everyone, I’ve been struggling recently with my orchestral bass sounding too muffled, and I’ve made it my goal to find a set of strings that works well in orchestra but also projects decently on stage. Here’s what I’ve tried so far: Permanents – too bright for orchestra on my bass...
  34. 2014 Upton Standard Hybrid Model for Sale
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    For sale 2014 Upton Standard Hybrid Model for Sale

    I'm selling my Upton Hybrid Standard Model double bass. Built in 2014, it has a string length of 41.5" and a D neck. There is a Fishman Full Circle pickup installed on it. It has a little bit of wear on the bouts and ribs, but it's just cosmetic; the instrument still plays and sounds great!
    $4,000.00
  35. Fawcett Mechanical Bass Extension
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    For sale Fawcett Mechanical Bass Extension

    This extension is in great shape and works perfectly. The rubber on the stops is a little worn, but still works well. I just had this removed from a bass I recently purchased. That bass was made in 2001, and I believe this was original to that instrument. Ships for free in the CONUS. Anywhere...
    $500.00
  36. Rudolf Fiedler Master Double Bass
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    For sale Rudolf Fiedler Master Double Bass

    Rudolf Fiedler bass, hand-made in the Czech Republic. Purchased from Ronald Sachs violins 5 or 6 years ago. Beautiful, well playing instrument that has been professionally set up. Tuning machines are not original, the ones that came on these weren’t the best. They were professionally replaced in...
    $8,000.00
  37. Gerold Genssler Sonores BOM Strings (Full Set)
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    For sale Gerold Genssler Sonores BOM Strings (Full Set)

    These are Gerold Genssler’s latest string, and they are amazing. They were only used for ten days. These list for $860, selling for $575 including shipping. They are in perfect condition and will arrive in the original packaging that Gerold sent me. These fit my 41.5" string length German bass...
    $575.00
  38. Juzek Bass
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    For sale Juzek Bass

    -Well maintained fully carved Juzek Bass -Loud, complex tone -Very comfortable, D neck, high overstand, 41.5 string length, thick ebony fingerboard
    $9,000.00
  39. Double bass, 3/4, early 1940s, attr. Wilfer workshop
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    For sale Double bass, 3/4, early 1940s, attr. Wilfer workshop

    This laminate bass has been appraised by my luthier as an early 1940s instrument from the Wilfer workshop. The bass bears a "Made in Germany" label, as well as a label for a shop it passed through, Music Studios of Farmington (likely Farmington, Connecticut), dated 1987. This instrument has...
    $3,200.00
  40. Para Acoustic Preamp w/35hz low pass filter
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    For sale Para Acoustic Preamp w/35hz low pass filter

    Used only a few times with my upright bass. Works great because of the built-in LPF set at 35hz. These are 229.00 new, and this is just like new. $12.00 Lower 48 shipping. No trades price is firm. Thanks for looking.
    $125.00
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