Double Bass NBD: 1964 Kay M1 But I got a question.....

[drurb]

To enable the inner limb of the thumb to move more away from the inner hand it might be helpful to angle to outer limb (tip) towards the inside of the hand.
I know it is a bit hard to explain and understand, but I think in the ball grip, the limbs of the thumb are rather straight than angled.

I think I actually understand what you mean. In any case, for folks with average-size or larger hands, skinny necks are a problem.

 

[Eric Hochberg]

Now you've got me thinking that it might be nice to add a FB shim to my slab bass...

Years ago I played Ratzo Harris' P Bass with an upright shaped thick ebony board, raised bridge, pickups, etc. I should say I attempted to play it...