Upton Suitcase Bass

Where did the top and back appear from?

 

Hmmm, it looks like the body of the double bass is divided into at least 3, maybe 4 longitudinal sections, at least for the top and the back and maybe also for the sides. Nicely done, and it sounds good.

It's got my attention, I'm interested.

 

I was just watching Travis Book playing with the Infamous String Dusters on YouTube two days ago. I noticed what I thought was a new ‘bass in pieces’. Very interesting.

Thanks for pointing this out. I need to know more.

 

Some interesting information can be found by reviewing the patent application that Gary Upton filed earlier this year. I see that it claims priority to a provisional application that was filed in January 2018. The YouTube video noted above was posted a couple of months after that original filing.

https://patentimages.storage.googleapis.com/f3/1b/55/76d8c3507693f9/US20190221194A1.pdf

 

This is a strong solution. I wonder if a hybrid version is possible.

 

Damn.
Two badger paws WAY up!

 

Throw some backpack straps on that case, now we can hike with a double bass...

 

There are pieces of an "IKEA" joke in this Thread, but I can't seem to put them together.

 

real cool!

per the OP: haven't seen them until now, and yes: i wonder about the cost, too.

 

I was thinking more of a sniper. Fly in, kill it, get the heck out of town.

 

I'd imagine cost is like a boat...

If you have to ask, you can't afford it.

But yeah, that's awesome.

 

I wonder about the Sound?!?!

 

Knowing Upton it is a distinct possibility. Let's hope the premium isn't Czech-ease level! (twice as much for half a cheap bass). It should be the cost of whatever bass is used + extra parts and basic case plus a reasonable "cherry on top" like Jackie gave Melanie for the idea.
So far, the Chadwick is the only fairly priced travel option when the case is taken into account.

 

A lightweight, travel gig bag is a missing link from the whole travel bass situation. I also think this is an amazing development as well, if it works. Even more than the Chadwick, if it holds a good set up, it would be easy enough to take on a vacation to not miss practice!

 

Maybe they'll sell a piece at a time. I maybe can afford that!