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  1. New Standard - La Scala custom

    For sale New Standard - La Scala custom

    Selling my 2006 - New Standard, model La Scala S/N: 206. Several modifications were made to this bass by Wil de Sola (a plywood La Scala): antiquing of the varnish, a carbon graphite neck bar, upgraded tuners, and a Realist pickup. It comes with a bag. There’s a mark from a repair done in the...
    $8,000.00
  2. Fodera Monarch "New Standard" w/ Modern Updates
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    For sale Fodera Monarch "New Standard" w/ Modern Updates

    I've decided to move this incredible Monarch 4 on to its next owner. This "New Standard" era build is closer to current custom bolt-on specs than today’s standard models, and the quality reflects that. The Details: Build Date: Circa 2002 (per Fodera’s records). Condition: Great shape with...
    $5,500.00
    $5,000.00
  3. New Standard Cleveland 2007
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    For sale New Standard Cleveland 2007

    New Standard Cleveland 3/4 upright double bass. 2007 model, hybrid Setup professionally one year ago, with brand new bridge. Lightly used. Kaplan strings included. Including the stand as well. Nothing wrong with the instrument, plays great, sounds amazing. Cuts well through the mix. I had a...
    $4,800.00
  4. New Standard Cleveland ply
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    For sale New Standard Cleveland ply

    :drool:
    $4,800.00
  5. kloptikus

    SOLD New Standard Cleveland ply

    Greetings fellow bassists! I'm selling my beloved plywood New Standard Cleveland bass, originally purchased directly from Wil DeSola in 2013. The bass has been active in NYC for around a decade and comes with the following: -Evah Pirazzi strings (EP gold/slap gut g) -Bobelock case -Fishman...
  6. J

    Wanted New Standard Instrument Company, Cleveland Hybrid

    Hello, I'm looking for a New Standard Instrument Company, Cleveland Hybrid. Anyone have one they are looking to sell, or aware of one for sale, preferably within a 6 hour drive of New Jersey, USA.
  7. La Scala Hybrid Bass
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    For sale La Scala Hybrid Bass

    La Scala Hybrid Model / 2012 La Scala is a 3/4 size bass of distinctly Italian design. It features violin corners and gently sloping shoulders. The neck is D neck and is great for bassists who play a lot in the upper register. The sound is more direct with excellent definition and...
    $7,500.00
  8. B.Anderson

    SOLD La Scala Hybrid Bass

    La Scala Hybrid Model / 2012 La Scala is a 3/4 size bass of distinctly Italian design. It features violin corners and gently sloping shoulders. The neck is D neck and is great for bassists who play a lot in the upper register. The sound is more direct with excellent definition and...
  9. 2008 New Standard Cleveland SN 284
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    For sale 2008 New Standard Cleveland SN 284

    Hi, I have decided to sell my New Standard Cleveland upright bass. Serial number is 284. I bought it new in 2008 and it has been played only at home and never gigged. Condition would be excellent except for a few scratches on the top of the scroll. I love this bass but have come to the...
    $3,750.00
  10. A

    SOLD 2008 New Standard Cleveland SN 284

    Hi, I have decided to sell my New Standard Cleveland upright bass. Serial number is 284. I bought it new in 2008 and it has been played only at home and never gigged. Condition would be excellent except for a few scratches on the top of the scroll. I love this bass but have come to the...
  11. New Standard La Scala Laminate w/ Rev Solo & ProTec bag
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    For sale New Standard La Scala Laminate w/ Rev Solo & ProTec bag

    Up for consideration is this beautiful New Standard La Scala. This fully laminated bass was purchased in January, 2021 from Upton Bass (you can see the original listing here). It has a brand new setup, new bridge and fresh strings (Spiro/Evah combo). This is a wonderful bass. The wood is...
    $4,350.00
  12. tb-player

    SOLD New Standard La Scala Laminate w/ Rev Solo & ProTec bag

    Up for consideration is this beautiful New Standard La Scala. This fully laminated bass was purchased in January, 2021 from Upton Bass (you can see the original listing [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]). It has a brand new setup, new bridge and fresh strings (Spiro/Evah combo). This is a...
  13. 2005 New Standard La Scala - Laminate
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    For sale 2005 New Standard La Scala - Laminate

    Up for consideration is my 2005 New Standard La Scala. This fully laminated bass was purchased in January, 2021 from Upton Bass (you can see the original listing here). It has a brand new setup, new bridge and fresh strings (Spiro/Evah combo). This is a beautiful bass. The wood is gorgeous and...
    $4,500.00
  14. tb-player

    No longer available 2005 New Standard La Scala - Laminate

    Up for consideration is my 2005 New Standard La Scala. This fully laminated bass was purchased in January, 2021 from Upton Bass (you can see the original listing [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]). It has a brand new setup, new bridge and fresh strings (Spiro/Evah combo). This is a beautiful...
  15. tb-player

    Double Bass What a difference a screw makes!

    You may recall that I recently purchased a beautiful New Standard La Scala upright bass. In my excitement upon receiving it, I posted quite a few photos here on TB. At one point, I even reached out to Arnold Schnitzer to see if he had any history on the bass (built 2005). A few days later, he...
  16. ericsmith

    Double Bass New bass: Carved New Standard La Scala

    I thought I'd start a thread about my recently acquired new bass. The bass is a 2020 built New Standard La Scala, fully carved. Ordered from the great Wil De Sola. I had already bought a plywood Cleveland bass from Wil a few years back and I got a chance to order this carved bass right before...
  17. tb-player

    Double Bass NBD: Another road trip to Upton Bass. Food, fun and a New Standard La Scala

    Many of you followed the drama when I bought my last bass. If you're unfamiliar, here's the CliffsNotes: I bought a beautiful bass from Upton Bass in Mystic, CT. I drove to Connecticut to pick it up. When I got it home, I noticed some problems with the finish on the bass, as well as a couple of...
  18. New Standard Cleveland hybrid with bag - $6775
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    For sale New Standard Cleveland hybrid with bag - $6775

    Label Number 150 (2004); original owner. A large 3/4—small 7/8 sized bass with a strong, even sound and excellent playability. This New Standard Cleveland upright hybrid acoustic bass has a carved European spruce top, gamba corners and a tubular metal end pin upgrade. Poplar-core laminates are...
    $6,775.00
  19. Pete Hand

    SOLD New Standard Cleveland hybrid with bag - $6775

    Label Number 150 (2004); original owner. A large 3/4—small 7/8 sized bass with a strong, even sound and excellent playability. This New Standard Cleveland upright hybrid acoustic bass has a carved European spruce top, gamba corners and a tubular metal end pin upgrade. Poplar-core laminates are...
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    For sale 2006 New Standard Cleveland

    New Standard Cleveland Plywood I purchased this bass new in 2006, has been recently set up with Evah Pirazzi mediums. Instrument is in very good condition, no history of breaks or repairs. Shows a few marks, has been gigged primarily in theater pit, jazz settings. $3800 includes Full...
    $3,800.00
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    SOLD 2006 New Standard Cleveland

    New Standard Cleveland Plywood I purchased this bass new in 2006, has been recently set up with Evah Pirazzi mediums. Instrument is in very good condition, no history of breaks or repairs. Shows a few marks, has been gigged primarily in theater pit, jazz settings. $3800 includes Full...
  22. xhawk5

    Your Favorite Jazz Preamp or go passive?

    Working on a few projects. I know I'll sell em later so I wanted to know what you think are the best preamp for a Jazz bass? NVM the wood, just the electronics. Choose 2 of your favorites. Thanks.
  23. xhawk5

    Your Favorite Jazz Pickups?

    Working on a few projects. I know I'll sell em later so I wanted to know what you think are the best pickups for a Jazz bass? NVM the wood, just the electronics. Choose 2 of your favorites. Thanks.
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    Double Bass pick-up recommendation for Cleveland New Standard Hybrid?

    I have a Cleveland New Standard Hybrid bass and have a Fishman full-circle on it. I have a Fishman pre-amp as well that doesn't seem to improve the amplified sound. I am not that happy with the sound of the pick-up sound quality. Does anyone have any recommendations for other pickups that they...
  25. twinjet

    Setting a new standard (C tuning)

    Hey TB, I'm learning electric bass all over again. In recent months, I have immersed myself in the style of Anthony Jackson's playing. Started a Jazz Bass tribute build and initially hadn't planned on it, but came to realize it wouldn't be much of a tribute if I didn't try playing the same...
  26. **PRICE DROP** Fodera Monarch New Standard
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    For sale **PRICE DROP** Fodera Monarch New Standard

    Price Drop NOW €3100. Up for sale is my Fodera Monarch New Standard. This is one of the ones they made in the early to mid 2000's (I don't know the exact date but I asked Fodera and they reckon most of them were built around 2001) with the angled headstock and contoured neck heel, unlike the...
    €3,350.00
  27. TheShape101

    SOLD **PRICE DROP** Fodera Monarch New Standard

    Price Drop NOW €3100. Up for sale is my Fodera Monarch New Standard. This is one of the ones they made in the early to mid 2000's (I don't know the exact date but I asked Fodera and they reckon most of them were built around 2001) with the angled headstock and contoured neck heel, unlike the...
  28. timherremans

    Vintage style bridge options on new Standard P-Bass (MIM)

    The Bass - Invalid Link Removed 2015 Bridge 1 - Fender Vintage (0990804100) Bridge 2 - Fender Vintage 58' (0095613049) Bridge 3 - Kluson Vintage 58' (KVBB58N) I would like to replace the bridge with a period correct design from the 50's-60's. I have found three bridges, two fenders and one...
  29. New Standard Cleveland Hybrid
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    For sale New Standard Cleveland Hybrid

    A very special 2003 New Standard Cleveland, excellent condition, located in the Columbus, OH area. Serial Number 117 •Highly flamed, carved ribs Lightly figured spruce laminate top Moderately figured maple laminate back Quarter sawn adjustable bridge - Reshaped by Nick Lloyd Fishman Full...
    $4,275.00
  30. Hqubed

    SOLD New Standard Cleveland Hybrid

    A very special 2003 New Standard Cleveland, excellent condition, located in the Columbus, OH area. Serial Number 117 •Highly flamed, carved ribs Lightly figured spruce laminate top Moderately figured maple laminate back Quarter sawn adjustable bridge - Reshaped by Nick Lloyd Fishman Full...
  31. A

    New Standard Tuning Guitar Strings

    Idiot for confusing tunings. Go to bottom of class. Big doh.
  32. 2006 New Standard Cleveland
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    For sale 2006 New Standard Cleveland

    Hey Bass players. I'm selling this beauty, made when Arnold Schnitzer was still involved. It's in absolutely beautiful condition. It's from 2006, plays great, bows great. I will include a padded case and a realist pickup with the bass. I bought it here on Talkbass a few years ago and I've since...
    $3,950.00
  33. 834federal

    SOLD 2006 New Standard Cleveland

    Hey Bass players. I'm selling this beauty, made when Arnold Schnitzer was still involved. It's in absolutely beautiful condition. It's from 2006, plays great, bows great. I will include a padded case and a realist pickup with the bass. I bought it here on Talkbass a few years ago and I've since...
  34. Fodera Monarch New Standard
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    For sale Fodera Monarch New Standard

    I never thought I would consider parting with this but I am without a 5 string for the first time in 20 years and I'm going to be needing one. This is one of the first generation Monarch new standards from around 2003. These basses had a few features that are not offered anymore on the current...
    $3,750.00
  35. kokorollc

    SOLD Fodera Monarch New Standard

    I never thought I would consider parting with this but I am without a 5 string for the first time in 20 years and I'm going to be needing one. This is one of the first generation Monarch new standards from around 2003. These basses had a few features that are not offered anymore on the current...
  36. Jaze Bass

    What is the new standard board radius for basses and guitars?

    Is 9.5" board radius the new standard and why? Somebody enlighten me please!
  37. New Standard Cleveland Ply with Messina Bag
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    For sale New Standard Cleveland Ply with Messina Bag

    New Standard Cleveland ply upright w/custom Messina bag. 2009 #316. Fishman Full Circle. Very lightly used. Fresh Spiro weich strings. VGC++. $3850 ($4850 new w/case). Located in Centreville, MD.
    $3,850.00
  38. B

    SOLD New Standard Cleveland Ply with Messina Bag

    New Standard Cleveland ply upright w/custom Messina bag. 2009 #316. Fishman Full Circle. Very lightly used. Fresh Spiro weich strings. VGC++. $3850 ($4850 new w/case). Located in Centreville, MD.
  39. New Standard Cleveland Hybrid --- Removable Neck & Flight Case
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    For sale New Standard Cleveland Hybrid --- Removable Neck & Flight Case

    New Standard Cleveland Hybrid Bass with Removable Neck The New Standard Bass - Cleveland Model This New Standard Cleveland Hybrid bass has a hugely powerful, deep, warm sound. Under the bow, the arco tone is broad, smooth and massive. Its jazz pizzicato tone is strong, resonant and full...
    $210,000.00
  40. James Kenneth

    SOLD New Standard Cleveland Hybrid --- Removable Neck & Flight Case

    New Standard Cleveland Hybrid Bass with Removable Neck The New Standard Bass - Cleveland Model This New Standard Cleveland Hybrid bass has a hugely powerful, deep, warm sound. Under the bow, the arco tone is broad, smooth and massive. Its jazz pizzicato tone is strong, resonant and full...