There's been a lot of turnover in our Vintage and Used inventory. And with the holidays around the corner, there's bound to be a lot more! Four European vintage double basses built in the last 100 years and one unique stunner from Mystic, Connecticut are showcased below. Remember, even if you can't make it to the workshop, most of our vintage double bass transactions take place long distance. We will take the time to help you discover exactly what you're looking for over the phone, via email or whatever works best for you. Need more on any instrument? Just ask.…
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Sometimes it feels like we've seen every single Kay bass on the face of the Earth come through here - turns out, we're not even close! BUT, with the market bouncing back on the value of Kays, the really good ones are coming out of hiding. Add to that, with so many on the market (and most in poor condition), we only accept the exceptional ones. If the classic, mid-20th-Century hot-rod vibe of the original Kay Bass Viol still pulls at your heartstrings, we have something for you. Four examples of premium Kay history: a prime early example, a blonde…
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Well that was worth waiting for! Kevin Smith gets center stage on Jimmy Kimmel Live, holding down a couple tunes with Willie Nelson. Kevin's tried and true Upton Bohemian Hybrid with Deluxe Top and Adjustable/Removable Neck is the cameraman's favorite foil! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KelWP8yboY
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Maybe you tuned into Jimmy Kimmel on Monday night to find no Willie Nelson... Kevin dropped us a line - they taped the show Monday night, but it won't be shown until October 30th. Sorry for the confusion! Stay tuned!
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