Upton Standard Carved Double Bass

$10,000.00

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This 2022 Standard Carved is our entry-level fully carved bass, built right here at Upton Bass. Designed for serious students and advancing players, it’s a fantastic value for those stepping into the professional realm—or for anyone looking for a solid handmade instrument with plenty of potential.

Description

Solid Poplar Back & Ribs – Super stable, and full of character
Tight-Grained Spruce Top – Responsive and resonant with great clarity
41 1/4″ string length.
Upton C-Extension. Our own Premium C-extension (a $3,150 upgrade on its own!)
Thomastik Belcanto Strings – Gorgeous arco sound and smooth playability
Dot Inlays
Handmade in 2022 at our Mystic, CT workshop
Currently set up with Belcantos, it absolutely shines under the bow. If you’re more into jazz, we can swap the strings and modify the extension for a Ron Carter-style setup.

Condition:
Used, but in great shape.

Who’s it for?

Advancing high school players
Early conservatory years
College-level orchestra work
Anyone needing a strong orchestral or hybrid jazz/arco platform
This is a serious bass at $10,000 even.