Description
The 1980 Benedikt Lang Double Bass is a classic Mittenwald style bass.
Made by Benedikt Lang in Germany, this instrument is reminiscent of the workshop double basses made from the 1960’s to 1980’s. German bass making was at its height in the 1980’s when this bass was completed, and at the time, these basses were highly desirable. This bass is labelled with a handwritten date (1980) by its maker, and is stamped “Mittenwald/Karwendel.” Mittenwald is the region of Germany where this bass originated, and Karwendel is the largest range of the Northern Limestone Alps—a further description of the region.
Mittenwald style basses are considered the working man’s bass: stout bodied basses known for their big bass tone. This Benedikt (Benedict) Lang double bass follows those classic dimensions with a simple gamba design, high shoulders, and outside linings on the deep ribs. The corners are slightly rounded, which was the German approach during the 1980’s. It is solid wood with a round back. It features a rosewood tailpiece and it set up and ready to play with Thomastik Spirocore strings.
Our luthiers suggest regular maintenance on all basses, however, we recommend a higher level of care overall for solid wood basses such as this one. The listed sales price is reflective of the instrument’s current condition.
Measurements:
- Upper Bout – 21 1/8”
- Center Bout – 14 5/8”
- Lower Bout – 27 1/8”
- Ribs – 6 3/4” (heel) to 8 1/4” (end block)
- Body Length – 46 1/4”
- String Length – 42 3/4”
***Please call us for more information regarding the condition of this bass. This Benedikt Lang double bass is very similar to the Upton Bass Mittenwald model basses, although the UB models exude a more refined and ergonomic style as demanded by today’s bassists.
Upton Bass String Instrument Co. specializes in building award-winning custom double basses and offers accessories for the double bass. Upton Bass also services all instruments and bows of the violin family with world class restoration and repair, to view our online restoration portfolio visit stringrepair.com
Upton Bass is ready to offer advice and answer any questions regarding double basses or related bass topics. Please contact UB at sales@uptonbass.com or call the shop at +1 (860) 535-9399. Hours of operation Tuesday through Saturday 10am – 6pm. The Workshop (The Barn) and showroom are located in Mystic, Connecticut conveniently between Boston and NYC.
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