We've been busy adding new basses to the website as we move some sold basses out. Here's just a few! Juzek Master Art John Juzek Master Art Classic prewar Juzek Master Art Double Bass, 3/4 size. A versatile, well-maintained classic Juzek. The shape of this bass at the neck block is very narrow, allowing for easy playing into thumb position. Kay Five String Double Bass Kay Five String Double Bass Viol, S-5-1 Model, 1943 This early Kay 5'er has been carefully rebuilt by Upton Bass to preserve every detail of its original character. A very fun American plywood upright bass ready…
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Bassist Adam Booker shared this video of his performance at BASSEURO2018 in Lucca, Italy at the San Romano church. The bass is a UB Brescian hybrid model Gary Upton generously donated to Bass Europe as a grant bass in 2012 at Copenhagen, which is gifted to deserving double bassists for two years. We've gotten to know the recipient's over the years, and they have all been amazing players who we've been honored to have played this bass! The bass was made available throughout the week for performers to use in 2018. Enjoy! [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyJ0JD2JhT0[/embedyt]
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I was recently asked about new adjustable sound posts on the market, and I thought my reply would be a good post. Feel free to comment below, I'd love to know what you think!?!? Hey Craig, I think they're a good idea for a travel bass...eventually, they get knocked over by TSA and being able to reset it at 11 pm on a Saturday night when you have a performance the next day is a good idea. But I don't know if they sound better because of the material...I think it's just good coupling with the swivel feet and being able to…
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