Reverb = Rando Part 2 A friendly reminder - our Reverb page has some great instruments and accessories available. It gives us a good opportunity to offer things that don't fit the bill in a fine bass shop - a fine banjo, for example! Here are some interesting bass goodies listed now: Acoustic Image Ten2 with Mooradian Shoulder Bag Pimentel 6-string Electric Upright Bass Romanian Double Bass with Removable Neck If you regret not buying the top-of-the-line Acoustic Image combo amp in 2019, you have another chance! These Jack Pimentel electric uprights are favored by many Latin players with added…
View Full PostWe have a variety of interesting basses coming into the shop this new year - here's two on the larger side - a beautiful Neville Whitehead bass from Australia, and a 19th century blockless Tyrolean that has been updated to remain a very active player. One set up for jazz, one for under the bow - but either would thrive in the other's role! Call the shop for details or an early audition +1 (860) 535-9399. Neville Whitehead, 1994 Tyrolean 7/8ths, mid-1800s
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Sneak peek for our blog subscribers - new Upton Gary Karr Model double bass, ready for its first owner! Hybrid flatback with straight fingerboard, strung with Evahs. The Karr is the ultimate in fingerboard access, quick and comfortable no matter your style. Add a bag, bow and pickup - audition and bring it home! +1 (860) 535-9399.
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This pearl of a petit Juzek is just into the shop! Has a 1968 Board of Ed. stamp on it, probably a new student bass at the time, has emerged unscathed a half-century later. A few little scrapes, but a really beautiful example of this likely German Wilfer-sourced fully-carved student bass. 38" scale length - bass guitarists take note! We have a few nice 5/8ths around here - give the shop a call! +1 (860) 535-9399.
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