In 1967, Gary Karr started what has become the International Society of Bassists, and the 2017 ISB Convention in Ithaca, New York marked its 50th anniversary with a very special performance by its founder. Gary wrote to us several months before the convention to let us know what a joy it was to perform a…
“Karr Camp” Karr Model Upton Double Bass
This bass represents the heart and soul of our Karr Model, from it’s remarkable origins a decade ago. A fixed neck flatback hybrid with deluxe carved top, this instrument represents the most affordable version of the Karr. Our sustained collaboration with Gary Karr has resulted in a unique double bass for the soloist with great…
“Limey” Karr Model Upton Double Bass
Fully carved round back Karr double bass with fixed neck. Poplar back and sides. Came out especially nice with the warm varnish and standout purfling. Customized with mother of pearl dot inlays, antiqued tuners, rib bumpers, set up with Evah Pirazzis and a Rev Solo. Ready for its performance career!
“Hunter” 5/8ths Bohemian Upton Double Bass
5/8 Bohemian Model Upton Double Bass This pearl of a bass was built for a high school, a flat back hybrid with a 40″ scale length. Puts out tons of sound and ridiculously easy to play – only 20 pounds!!! We built a new form and reconsidered all of the dimensions for this 5/8ths double…
The Upton Report Vol.205 – Black or White?
I’ve been a bit camera shy lately…and we get such positive feedback on all the videos we put out, I know I’ve got to get back into the swing of it. Its not shyness really, I don’t mind public speaking or being in front of the camera at all, and neither does Gary…sometimes its just…
Everyday Upton Bass Players: Ted
Hello! This is me…and my Upton Standard Double Bass named Buela Bay… My name is Ted, AKA neddyrow on TalkBass, and I play an Upton Standard Double Bass. I am making this post to show that you don’t have to be Christian McBride or Travis Book to play an Upton. Not just the pros play…
The Upton Report Vol. 204 – What does value mean to you?
Do you know why Gary started Upton Bass? It kinda happened by accident…and it was based on a principle. Value. Gary couldn’t find good value as a bass player. He didn’t know when he set out what he was trying to accomplish as a business man…he just knew what he wanted as a player. The…
The Upton Report Vol. 203 – What are you afraid of?
I was reading a forum thread the other day where someone was afraid it was “stupid” to put an extension on his laminated bass. It was kismet reading that post as we have just completed a killer extension on a laminated Upton Bass for a dear friend of ours! The bass was picked up today,…
The Upton Report Vol.202 – The grass is always bluer…
The leaves are all down now and the wreaths and garlands are up here at the Upton Bass Barn! The Fire’s nice and toasty inside (and the humidifiers are full!) and Gary’s elves are busy making basses trying to get them under the tree’s on schedule . It’s a great time of year to be…
The Upton Report Vol.201 – #igivemymoneytoluthiersbecauseidonthumidify
It’s that time of year…time to watch the relative humidity (RH) of the room you keep your bass in and decide if it’s time to turn the humidifier on. This video is 6 years old now (ancient for YouTube!) but never more relevant than right now! I’ll be filling our tanks as soon as I…
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