Max Zeugner’s Cassini Bass Copy – Flat Back

Description

This remarkable bass is a copy of Max’s original 19th-century Italian bass. Crafted with care by Upton Bass, it features:
• Silver maple flat back and sides
• A German spruce top
• A fully chromatic C-extension
• A removable neck for ease of transport
• A beautiful ebony fingerboard
• Finished with our signature spirit varnish, highlighting the wood’s natural elegance

Max trialed both for nearly three months, hesitantly returning the flat back the morning after his final decision to keep the round back. His words? “It was so close.” The point was clear: these instruments challenge preconceptions and deliver on both tone and playability.

The flat back is now available to discerning players looking for an instrument capable of performing at the highest orchestral level. Priced at $38,500, this bass is worthy of the finest stages and could be the centerpiece of your collection.

We invite you to visit our shop and audition this bass. Measurements are available upon request. We’re confident this instrument will exceed your expectations.

Highlights

• 19th-century Italian design: A stunning homage to Max Zeugner’s original Cassini bass
• Performance-tested: Nearly made the cut as Max’s choice for the New York Philharmonic
• Unparalleled craftsmanship: Built with orchestral-quality materials and precision
• Transport-friendly: Featuring a removable neck and fully chromatic C-extension

If you’re ready to experience an instrument that bridges the past and present in tone, beauty, and playability, this is your chance. Contact us today to schedule your audition!