If you're not an active follower of us on Instagram, or waiting for your bass to be finished, you may not know what we've been up to all summer! With COVID-19 we've all been hit with varying degrees of challenges, and getting basses to folks in a safe and affordable way has been a hassle. Restrictions on the pickup are forcing higher than normal rates, and just trying to be a part of keeping people safe through social distancing practices, made us (ok, Gary led the charge!) think outside the box. Gary had a Sprinter cargo van that he used…
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Remember when you might play in a 12-piece band, crushed on the bandstand in a hip little venue because the crowd was so packed and couldn't stop dancing and sweating? Oh, sweet sweet yesteryear... Our Friend Claudio Marquez knows that feeling well. Claudio plays double bass and bass guitar in NYC's Mod Society, which he founded. At full power, Mod Society brings a full horn section and R&B vocals. They also break down into smaller pop and jazz units depending on the venue. This has been a tough year for all gigging musicians - if you need a morale boost,…
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One of our favorite things to get from customers is a glimpse into their life with their Upton Basses. Average Joes doing what they love and sharing...it means a lot to us! We get so little time with your bass once its done, so being able to see them, hear them, and experience the joy they bring you is such an honor! Take a listen to Ray's mix and be sure to give him a like and a follow!
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Yet another amazing Brescian build completed! The "Camp" Brescian double bass features deeply figured Big Leaf Maple and a very special back. One centered piece of this select tonewood makes up the vast majority of the carved back, including nearly all of the arching. Gary thoughts on the Camp Brescian: "This really reminds me of this Flemish cello we had by Ambrose De-Comble, late 1700s... I love that we chose to do a three piece back, so there's not a center seam. I love what this does for the sound and for the flames traveling through." The hat peg tuners…
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