Description

John Juzek Master Art Double Bass, 1948 Serial 946

This John Juzek Master Art double bass is quite simply the nicest Juzek we’ve ever seen, and we’ve seen a lot. A “black label” Prague Master Art label has been hand dated 1948 and numbered (946), that alone is something novel. Post-war 1948, Master-art copy of Stradivarius with incredible flame and a one-piece back… 

Most likely built by the Wilfer family, this violin-cornered bass may have been a special commission or a sales showpiece as the instrument trade ramped up after the war. This example is also a time machine marvel with no alterations or signs of major injury.  It’s just in another category than a common Juzek, even among the Master Art basses. Flamed maple throughout with a rippling backplate carved from a single piece. The new owner will have a very special double bass, refreshed here at the Upton shop while carefully preserving its unique originality…she has growl for days!

Call Eric at the shop for more details! +1 (860) 535-9399.

Measurements:

• Upper Bout: 18 1/4”
• C Bout: 14 5/8”
• Lower Bout: 25 1/2”
• Length of Back: 43 3/4”
• String Length: 42”
• Eb Neck

***Please note, double basses do not qualify for the website FREE SHIPPING promotion.  Please contact us for shipping, courier, or pickup options prior to placing your order.

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 this Prescott double bass 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 10 am – 6 pm. The Workshop (The Barn) and showroom are located in Mystic, Connecticut conveniently between Boston and NYC.

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