“Iwanicki” Cavani Upton Double Bass

“Iwanicki” Cavani Upton Double Bass

This Cavani-inspired Custom Commission features an Italian shape with Karr-like fingerboard access. A straightforward build with a German spruce top and European Sycamore, a fixed neck, dark polish and rib bumpers. Apparently the older sister has the same bass in a Karr pattern, and as much as the younger sister wanted the bass sis had, she was craving some individuality!   So, Cavani!  Once she saw the pics, plus the idea that it’s got the Karr neck block and is just a bit smaller in body than the Karr, she was all in! 

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Karr Hybrid

Karr Hybrid

UB Karr Hybrid Double Bass c2017 Opus 612

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Old Meets New

Old Meets New

With classic automobiles, you might call this a Retro Rod...vintage body with a new engine underneath. This early 20th Century Mittenwald double bass is ready for the next 100 thanks to some creative thinking and collaboration between its new owner and Upton Bass! Not long ago, this bass was cobbled together and overlooked, but had the bones of a classic. Bought for a relative song, its new owner invested in a new Upton removable/adjustable neck, C-Extension and new full setup with our thick solo fingerboard. Totally gone through, this is now a super-flexible and playable beauty, with all the magic…

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“Meyer” Brescian Model Double Bass

“Meyer” Brescian Model Double Bass

Just another Brescian?  Nah...  Add a bit to the budget, and we sneak into Gary's woodshed to grab some premium boards!   [gallery size="large" ids="74651,74652,74653,74654,74760,74655,74657,74658,74659"]

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Upton Bass String Instrumental Co.

159 Packer Road Mystic, CT 06355

Hours: Tues. - Sat. 10AM - 6PM


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