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Posted on 01/05/2009
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I have retired from the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and have decided to sell my two double-basses. (I retired on September 21st, 2007)
The first is a small German bass (string length 1010mm) with the label “Gerbruda Wolff, Liepzig”. This bass is more suited to solo work and is also an excellent jazz instrument.
The second instrument is a bigger French bass (string length 1070mm), has a fingered “C” extension and is an excellent orchestral instrument. Although there is no longer a label, this instrument is possibly a Justin Maucotel with a swell-back.
Both instruments are in good condition and both very playable.
Photographs supplied and questions welcomed.
Barry Johnstone.
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Posted on 01/04/2009
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Ive owned this bass since 95 and it has been my main workhorse for jazz and big band gigs. The finish is pretty beat, and there is some lower bout edge wear, which has been smoothed out. Currently, there are no open seams and no neck breaks. Though the neck may need to be reset at some point, it is currently holding up well. There was some de-lamination on the button when I bought it, but that has been professionally repaired and is very solid. The bridge is cut pretty low, but has adjusters. The bridge has been drilled for a Wilson Pickup. The pickup will not be sold with the bass, but I will include an old Kay German bow along with a used bass bag, if needed. Strings are Spirocore Weichs. The fingerboard is new - high quality ebony about 4 years old. The endpin is also new...pro quality. Scroll, tailpiece, and tuning machines are in good condition. This bass feels great and plays beautifully. Bass is in the metro Detroit, MI area. Will not ship-local pickup only. Asking $1300. I have posted some photos and will be adding more soon. Got to http://photobucket.com/bassdroidkayc1
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Posted on 01/01/2009
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For Sale: FOR SALE-Eminence electric upright bass-$4800.US by Ellen ( ethomas1@shaw.ca)
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Brand new electric upright bass,hardly played -detachable neck with amp -beautiful !
Includes :
Eminence 4 String removeable neck bass(incl. Gig Bags)
Position Markers
Stand
Flight Case
Paul Jones Briefcase Amp
Battery to fit Amp
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Posted on 12/28/2008
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This 3/4 bass was manufactured in 1961 in Bukenreuth Erlangen German but is currently residing with me in the Hill Country north of San Antonio, Texas. The serial number is K 7374. I stopped playing about 10 years ago but have maintained the instrument. I recently decided to begin playing again and have purchased a customized Halfling acoustic bass which, because it is being hand-tuned, will cost a bit more than I initially anticipated. Im selling my E. H. Roth upright to help defer the additional cost. The Roth website offers to appraise the bass at the cost of $210 EUs. You can spend the money on an appraisal if you want. Im not, but I will sell this upright to the highest offer above $5000. I purchased this bass from Eric Rivas, the bass player in Branford Marsalis band. You may also wish to Google Ernth Heirich Roth to get an idea of the quality of this instrument. I played the bass in a jazz trio where it best demonstrates its depth, volume, balance, projection and resonant growl on the E and A strings. Ill send photos to interested parties.
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Posted on 12/21/2008
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This is a 1957 Roth Hybrid Bass with a C extension from Roberston and Sons in Albuquerque. It also has a fingerboard extension (allowing for higher notes), a new steel endpin, Pecanic tailpiece wire, a quality bridge with Ebony adjusters. The fingerboard has been exquisitely set up.
I used this bass through my Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees and won my first professional job on this bass. It is in good condition and is currently being used by a Shenandoah Conservatory Student.
Asking price is $5300, however I am a "motivated seller" and will consider other offers. This Bass is located in the Northern Virginia/Shenandoah Valley area. (Winchester, VA)
Pictures can be available on request. email me at : donovan@donovanstokes.com or dstokes@su.edu
You can hear the bass on the CD Gadaha clips available at:
http://cdbaby.com/cd/donovanstokes
or
http://www.myspace.com/donovanstokes.
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Posted on 12/15/2008
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Excellent condition 1960/70s Anton Schroetter bass. 3/4 size, with a nice playable 41 1/2 inch string length. Great jazz instrument, but also very well suited for advanced classical studies. Loud and punchy bottom with clear high end and easy playability throughout. Underwood pickup and adjustabel bridge. Very beautiful flamed back. Very nice older real wood German factory instrument. Built solid and sounds great! Played in combos, big bands, and the Buffalo Phil. $5000 includes case and pickup. Located around Buffalo NY, but can travel within a few hours if need be. Any questions or request for pics welcome!
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Posted on 12/09/2008
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This is a beautiful Romanian bass. It has a wonderful deep, rich sound..and it breaks my heart to part with it. Unfortunately, Im moving to CA and dont have room, plus need the cash to fund the move. Im asking 2400 obo.
It is pictured with Supernil strings, but will come with steel strings (which are barely used) unless you prefer these. I never used the bow, but it does need to be rehaired. There are some nicks at the head, but otherwise is in great condition. I only used this bass at home, so it didnt endure any shows or travel.
Has an Underwood pickup and an adjustable bridge. Flat back. Also included is a soft case. Really this is a wonderful bass, and should make any player happy! I can deliver for a fee. I am located in DC, and anyone nearby is welcome to come check it out!
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Posted on 11/22/2008
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WANTED: BASS SCROLL (possibly attached to neck) Last seen, it had reddish varnish, old brass tuners, partial neck attached, and was in good condition. Scroll belongs to a bass formerly owned by the late John J. Brown who studied at University of Minnesota, Columbia University, Indiana University, and played in the Minneapolis Symphony for 5 years, the Indianapolis Symphony for one year, and the US Air Force Band for two years. He also played at the summer festivals Peter Britt Gardens Music and the Fine Arts Festival in Jacksonville, OR. Retired from teaching in the public schools of Edmonds and Everett, WA, he played in the Cascade Symphony in WA. This scroll was last known to be seen by John Brown and his deceased immediate family. Please contact me if you think you have this scroll, knew John J. Brown, or if you have any information about this scroll. Thanks!!!
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Posted on 11/21/2008
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Two piece carved maple back, lightly figured with flames descending from the centre joins, top of carved wide grain spruce, viol corners with fleur-de-lys and fully purfled edges, ebony fittings, fingered C extension with E stop. Red-Brown varnish; rib repair beneath lower saddle and above endpin. No cracks in neck, table or back. Labeled “Made in German Democratic Republic” Condition: Excellent Circa sixty years old. In 1991 this Double Bass underwent minor repairs including the addition of a fingered C extension with E stop by Luthier Ignacio Gino Biondo, New York City. I purchased the Bass from a member of the New York Ballet Orchestra in 1992, (Bass previously owned by the New York Ballet). This is a great bass that I have used in myriad performances and due to my employement situation I must sell at less than half of its appraised value. Asking price includes padded bag and Josef Schuster bow (bow appraised at $1,200). Pictures and more details available, please email Will for details. $6,900.00 US. Will consider meeting out-of town buyers. Location: Orlando, FL, Downtown Area.
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Posted on 10/29/2008
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Excellent condition Bag, extra bridges, strings, stand. Looking for $2,850 in Wheeling, Il. Send inquiry and I will forward five photos.
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Posted on 10/29/2008
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This is hand carved Bass I bought new in Prague, in 1970. It was my primary bass until a few years ago. It is a great sounding bass for jazz, though I have used it in orchestral work also. It has violin corners, is very fast, and plays beautifully. Set up Sam Kolstein with a Kolstein end pin and adjustable bridge. The bass is in very good condition, but needs to be played and as I am mostly not playing, I feel it should go to a player who can use it.
Please contact me if you are interested, I will be happy to send pics.
Location: Ithaca (upstate) New York.
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Posted on 10/27/2008
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Hand carved 5/8 sized bass for sale. Has a nice deep sound. Works very well for both jazz and solo bass playing. Just had a new bridge, wooden end pin and nut installed. The strings have been on there for a while though. The fingerboard as well as the bass is in great condition. Has no open cracks or seams. Recently appraised at 6 grand. Would be great for someone with smaller hands, or someone making the switch from electric to upright. Asking price is 5 grand. Feel free to contact me with any questions.
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Posted on 10/16/2008
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I recently graduated from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Just prior to graduation I switched to French bow, so Im no longer using this beautiful Gold Bernd Dolling German Bow. It was made in 2004 and is in excellent condition.
Located in San Francisco
$4200
If interested, please contact me at the above email address.
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Posted on 10/08/2008
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PLEASE KEEP AN EYE OPEN FOR Kim Collins BASS!!
October 6, 2008 sometime between 2:00-5:30 p.m. my acoustic bass and 2 amplifier rigs were stolen from the stage of the Free Methodist Church, 1435 Cliff Dr., SB. The main sanctuary doors are always unlocked during business hours, and we speculate that someone must have seen me bring the equipment in this a.m. (I normally don’t bring my own rig from home) and waited their chance for when the church was quiet. It would have taken 2 trips to get all this stuff (or 2 people) and someone knew how to release Neutrik twist-lock cables from their sockets to grab the stuff quickly. I filed a police report as soon as I discovered the theft, but I would appreciate you all forwarding this to as many people as you can think of who can be on the look out (pawn shops/ebay/Craig’s List/music stores/etc.) to see if I can recover the much valued tools of my trade (especially the bass, as it has great sentimental value as well) Here are the descriptions: KAY M1 3/4 SIZE DOUBLE BASS: circa 1950’s, tan finish (probably was blonder in early years) rather worn-esp. on body by fingerboard where thumb & fingers follow through. It has some unique modifications: the original brass tuning keys mounted on matching plates (Tyrollean style) have been replaced by individual nickel plated tuners mounted on custom cut wood veneer plates that don’t match the rest of the wood either in color or grain. Also, the back and belly have had their edges sanded down & refinished to be level with the binding around the body EXCEPT in the C curves of the bouts where the edges still protrude past the binding. I had mounted an Underwood pickup and a Countryman Isomax condenser mic in the bridge. Both a 1/4” and XLR connector are lashed to the tailpiece with black elastic hair ties. I also had a bow quiver mounted uniquely to the tailpiece, but these things would be easy to remove. The tuning keys and sanded edges you couldn’t hide. One more thing: I had made an endpin out of a thick dowel rod painted black that was nonadjustable. It has a standard silver hose clamp around the top to keep it from cracking. GLASSER FIBERGLASS BOW: French style, 45+ years old, chocolate brown paint, well worn (present from my dad) BLACK NYLON BASS BAG: chrome hardware, bow pocket on front, zippered utility pouch on lower front, double ‘D’ rings on back to adjust straps. One unique feature: I had bolted a 3” round rubber foot to the bottom to protect the zipper from wear. ACOUSTIC IMAGE BASS AMP: Clarus II model-2 inputs (1/4” & XLR) These units are not available in most mainstream music stores-dual level, about the size of a cigar box, with a handle on top level and controls on lower. The thief didn’t take the padded bag that goes with it. AMPEG 110H SPKR. CAB: black ‘fuzzy’ covering, about 16” cubical with a slightly rounded-up face. 10” woofer & 2” tweeter inside. Grayish metal grille plate with the Ampeg logo on front, variable tweeter control dial on back. CARVIN AG100D GT./KEYBD. AMP: 12” woofer & 2” horn. 3 channels w/ 5 band graphic EQ. These units are most distinctive for their forest green vinyl covering. Its late and Im tired-I probably forgot some details, but I wanted to get this out ASAP. I haven’t had time to dig around my records for serial numbers. When I find them, I’ll send them on. I would appreciate this list going as far and wide as possible, as I realize my stuff could already be in LA, SF, San Diego or Timbuktu by now. So if you could take a minute to think of who might be a good “relay person” and send it on, I’d be grateful. Those of you who have special instruments know that it feels less like theft and more like kidnapping when you have one taken! Thanks & Blessings To You, Kim Collins wingspan10@verizon.com
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Posted on 10/04/2008
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I am selling a double bass that is at least 150 years old. I have owned this instrument for 6 years and i am looking to sell it for $15000. It is great bass for orchestral, chamber and solo music. I installed the laborie endpin about 4 years ago.
It is also a great instrument for early music since i have played it with gut strings.
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Posted on 10/03/2008
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Very fine old (@ 1800) italian or english/italian style Testore model. 41 1/2 string lenght, reddish dark brown varnish, straight back, spruce top, maple sides/back, sicamore neck. Perfect for the soloist, chamber or fine professional players. Beautiful sound, easy to reach high register. Body lenght 43. Presently in NY. Professional pictures available on request. Asking below various previous appraisals, will sell for 22,000.
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Posted on 09/30/2008
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Paul Toenniges personal Diamond Bass # 42, dtd. 1948.
This bass was purchased from the Toenniges family thru LA Bassworks in 1999. It remains in excellent condition.
The instrument has a spruce top with maple neck, scroll & back. The F holes are elongated, vertical diamonds slanted slightly towards the center. The center ribs each have had a vertical diamond hole cut into them by the maker. The varnish is a light orange/brown over a gold ground coat.
Label reads:
No. 42
Paul Toenniges
Violinmaker USA
1948
Asking Price: US$ 42,500.
Papers: Cert. of Authenticity & historical photos of maker w/ instrument.
Seller: Scott Blietz
Santa Clarita, CA. 91350
PH#661-296-3123
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Posted on 09/23/2008
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For Sale all original Kay upright bass. Model M-1. Serial # 51138. Great shape. Spiro Core strings, New bridge fitted at Heinls in Toronto, Underwood pickup, gig bag, bass stand. Serial # 51130. Made in 1965. $3400 or best offer.
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Posted on 09/10/2008
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College student in youth orchesta in search of 5/8 double bass.
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Posted on 08/18/2008
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For Sale: Carved Romanian Flat Back Bass 3/4 by Linda May Han
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• Fully Carved flat-back 3/4 Romanian Bass, made by Andreas Leller
• Excellent Condition, located in Manhattan, New York.
• Beautiful Warm, round sound, estimated to be from the 50’s
• New Bridge with adjusters fitted in November 2006 by David Gage
• Comes with like new Belcanto Strings, Measel Bass Wheel and case.
• Recently looked at by luthier Bill Merchant
$3000 ONO
(attached is a video, though I can send better pictures if you like :)
+1 646 541 0397
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Posted on 08/15/2008
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Very nice 1938 Kay Orchestral Upright in very good condition. Has original "Hat Hanger" Tuners made in Czech. Republic. Ive only seen 2 others with that type tuner. No neck repairs, very good laminate. No issues. Sounds and plays very well. Has steel strings that need replacing. Good vinyl gig bag included. Price $2500.00 firm.
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Posted on 08/11/2008
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American Standard #2318- 7/8 size,42 1/2 in SL, viol corners, round back,huge sound. Completely origional, un retouched varnish. Incredibly rare and sought after plywood bass. Mooradian case included. $4,500
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Posted on 08/06/2008
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I am looking for a 5/8 (German) Upright Bass. I am located in Virginia. Please contact me at Allbluegrass4me@aol.com
Thanks
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Posted on 08/05/2008
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Vintage, One-of-a-kind, American Standard. These basses are limited in number and are very sought after for their incredible sound.
This bass is labeled #320. This bass is in amazing condition and plays better than any other American Standard or New Standard I have ever seen. It still has the original finish, original neck and original tuners. I have had significant reinforcement done to the neck block. The overstand has been increased to make playing in and out of thumb position easier, along with a new ebony fingerboard and the string length reduced to 41.5". A new bridge, tailpiece and endpin have also been added. All work was done by Michael Hartery.
I used this bass as a solo jazz bass, it plays like butter and is very easy on the left hand. This bass is also the LOUDEST bass I have ever owned. I almost never need an amp.
Given all the work I have had done, its great condition, the sound, playability and rarity, I am asking $5,900.
Feel free to email me if you have any questions, want more information or for more pictures.
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Posted on 08/04/2008
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For Sale: 1939 Kay bass M2, 1958 Kay bass M1 and Stick bass by dmitri ( boyahboy@yahoo.com)
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The basses are located in New York City. No shiping. All are in great condition.
1939 Kay - $4000
1958 Kay - $3500
Stick bass - Vertical Bass by Bill Merchant, 2001 - $2000
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Posted on 08/02/2008
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This wonderful sounding old 3/4 size carved bass, ca. 1900, was formerly owned by the late Harold Siegal, Chicago studio musician and educator. It plays extremely evenly in all registers and features a punchy Jazz pizz sound and a singing arco. Ive played it on recordings by The Rob Parton Quartet, Bob Lark featuring Phil Woods, Mark Colby Quartet and Greg Fishmans "Saxophone Etudes" play-along series and it records beautifully. It is also the arco bass heard on the Contrabassconversations.com theme song as played by Jason Heath.
It was set up in 2006 by master luthier Scott Henrie, is healthy and ready to make music!
Upper Bout 19-7/8”
“C” Bout 14-1/4”
Lower Bout 25-3/8”
Top Length 43-3/4”
Ribs 6-5/8” to 7-5/8”
SL 41.5” (41.75 at nicks)
Carved Back
Drilled for the Laborie/Rabbath endpin
$17,500.00
The bass is located in the Chicago area and can be seen by appointment. More pictures available.
Feel free to contact me for more info.
Eric Hochberg
847-425-1670
ehochberg@aol.com
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Posted on 07/29/2008
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Im the original owner of this BSX Half Note Acoustic Electric. Beautiful looking and playing bass but I just do not use it enough, for the past few years its sat comfortably in its TKL soft case in the closet.
This is one of the first BSX Half Notes built and it sports the Bartolini piezo, position dots, tummy rest and the Spirocore strings. Cosmetically its in very good shape, there are a couple of small nicks, one on the headstock and one on the body.
These sell new for $1995 but Im just checking to see if theres any interest. I havent seen any Half Notes second hand for sale at all. Located in upstate New York.
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Posted on 07/13/2008
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1937 was the first year that Kay made basses--serial # on this one is 245. Its an orchestra model. The Czech tuners are the hat peg style that were imported and used on the earliest Kays.
It has an adjustable bridge. Original rosewood fingerboard.
Comes with a padded soft case. Very good condition. Gig ready.
I live in Corvallis, Oregon. I dont have facilities for shipping. Asking $5k. 541 7606461
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Posted on 06/30/2008
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1958 Kay M-1B Blonde 3/4 Acoustic Bass in outstanding condition. Has needed no repairs. Comes with padded case, stand, and newly rehaired bow. Local Violin shop will help ship if desired. $4000 +shipping. See pictures at URL below. Can arrange to get on Skype if you desire to hear tone. Location Colorado Springs, CO
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Posted on 06/30/2008
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I am taking offers on a fully carved Eminence Upright Bass. This is hand carved from Birds Eye Maple, not laminated or plywood!!! It is the 4th bass he made, truely one of a kind. I have enjoyed playing it for the last 10 years, but with less travel in my schedule, the portable is no longer required. The bass is in excellent condition (no cracks), and sounds great! Send an email if your are interested. --I am in the DC area.
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Posted on 06/29/2008
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For Sale:
Juzek 5 String Bass
Carved German
¾ Size
41.5” String Length
Located in Sarasota, Florida
$8500 OBO
This is a nice solid bass with minor cosmetic blemishes, but NO structural damage or needed repairs. The soft case is pretty shot, but will include a nice Brazil wood bow and upright stand.
The bass has very nice big sound that is great for orchestral work (I played it in orchestras throughout Florida) It also has good action for jazz, but there is no pick-up (I usually used a microphone or played small rooms).
I have not played seriously for a few years and need the money for a new business, so while it pains me to say good-bye, I will take the first serious offer. Local pick-up preferred, if not, shipping arrangements are buyers responsibility.
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Posted on 06/28/2008
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I am selling my Otto Durrschmidt french bow. Bow has an octagonal pernambuco stick and silver trimmings. Bow was appraised at $1500 replacement value and Lemur advertises similar bows at $999.00-1299.00. I am asking $600. I am located in Pittsburgh.
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Posted on 06/21/2008
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This 3/4 bass bears no label inside--it boldly delivers what a mere label cannot: that sought-after warm, mature sound, both pizz and arco, that youll love.
It has undergone numerous repairs, especially evident on the neck, but all the fixes are solid, leaving no open seams, cracks or buzzes.
Ive always imagined owning a bass with this exceptionally authoritative sound. While it might lose the swimsuit competition to one of the shiny new imports, this is a mid-price bass that roars and sings--an easy winner in the talent category against your choice of newbies.
The vital statistics:
--D neck --Gamba style --dark varnish
--upper bout: 20 3/4" mid: 15 1/2 lower: 25 1/2
--body length: 43 1/2 string length: 43 1/2
--new Obligato strings installed June 12, 2008
I only bought this bass several months ago, thrilled to have discovered "the" bass at last, but several financial exigencies have arisen, so reluctantly, I must sell.
E-mail: ufobass@aol.com
Due to the cost and perils inherent in shipping, I am selling in or around Southern California only.
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Posted on 06/14/2008
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Recently restored by New Orleans luthier Sal Giardina, Andreas Morelli bass, this bass is branded inside on back "Andreas Morelli" but no label which Ive read some have labels and some had brand or stamp, this bass sounds and plays excellent. 42 1/2" string length. Comes with a german style bow stamped "made in france" and a gigbag. Im asking $15,000 email me at cajunlunachic@aol.com and I can send pictures or call Jim 504-559-2384
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Posted on 06/01/2008
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Attention musicians:
Hello, my name is Nathan Peck.
I am putting the word out on a stolen bass.
My Acoustic Bass was stolen from in front of my
apartment building in Jackson Heights, Queens, on
Friday May 30 at around 12:50 am as I was returning
from a gig.
Its in a dark blue Soundwear gig bag. The word "Pfretzchner" is
printed inside as well as an old label with the words "Kichier Bros. Pgh PA" and a newer label with the name "Bill Merchant" who is a luthier in Manhattan.
The bass is a red/blondish color. There is a small chip in the
scroll. It has a Fishman Full Circle on it.
This is no joke. This is my lively hood.
If anyone happens to see something matching this
description please try and buy it and Ill triple your
money.
I ask for you help in keeping an eye out for my
instrument.
I can be reached at:
412-414-7774 cell
718-565-6514 home
misternathanpeck@yahoo.com
myspace.com/nathanpeckmusic
Sincerely,
Nathan Peck
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Posted on 05/26/2008
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Shen Model 180 in excellent condition. Beautiful, used by a student only at home and for a few school performances. Padded bag in good condition and bow. Student is switching to electric bass. $2300 plus shipping and insurance. Available in Knoxville, Tennessee. Call 865-966-4893 evenings for more info.
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Posted on 05/19/2008
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I am seeking a trunk/hard case for a 3/4 bass. My son is starting to travel with his bass and the soft case just doesnt offer sufficient protection. Im on a budget due to unemployment, so a used trunk is my only option. If you have a trunk for sale or would consider a sale or trade, please respond via email with specs, pics, and price.
Thanks.
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Posted on 05/16/2008
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I am selling my 3/4 Knilling carved bass with spruce top, maple back(flat back)and sides. The bass has an ebonized fingerboard with ebony tail piece. The bass is approximately 22 years old and has spent most of its life in my house.
It has one spot on on the side that was repaired. The result of a knee injury!
The sale price is $1500.00.
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Posted on 04/22/2008
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A fully carved 3/4 unmarked East German bass from the mid-1960s that I purchased at Footes in London in 1974. Footes told me that it was from the Otto Rubner workshop, but I have no documentation to prove that. Gamba form, steeply sloping shoulders, attractive honey color. New fingerboard and adjustable bridge in 2003. 42-inch string length. Includes fitted B-Band D-1 pickup and sturdy new Lemur padded canvas case. Set up for 4-strings but has 5-string tuning machines. Very solid and well-cared for over the years. Currently set up for jazz, with Helicore Pizz strings, but would make a nice student orchestral bass with different strings. Very easy to play. A warm sound that compares favorably to much more expensive basses. Pictures available on request. $3,995.00
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Posted on 04/07/2008
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1930s german aluminum bass, used by German navy.Sat around for 30 years and now is totally rebuilt.Faux-painted brown, you cant tell its metal from 3 feet. Has a couple of small dents.Comes with underwood pickup and padded tuxedo bag. It sounds way better than you think, especially amplified. Great rockabilly bass. $3500 Located in Gloucester Ma.
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Posted on 04/04/2008
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Kay O-100, 1940, #7107. Plays great. Comfortable action, Big, balanced, sweet sound. Good condition. Needs nothing. Appears to be all original except for a quality click-stop endpin. No breaks, cracks open seams or repairs. Typical edge wear. Helicore strings. Click More Info link for image gallery. $2,400.00. Reply or call 615-469-7669.
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Posted on 04/01/2008
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I am selling a 3/4 bass trunk for $900 obo. I could also trade for a 7/8 bass trunk.
total length- 72 inches
neck length- 26 inches
widest width- 25.6 inches
width at top portion@ bottom of neck- 19.6 inches
depth in case-highest- 17 inches
Trunk is located in Toronto, Canada.
Email for pics.
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Posted on 03/21/2008
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This bass is a 3/4 size and looks to be all original with the only repair being the twisted wire tailgut replaced with flexible cable. I have researched as best I can and believe it to be a late 1930s William Lewis and Sons. It has no label inside but a sticker from Selmer Paris on the back next to the endpin. It has beautiful scroll work of the purfling on the back. It is a laminated bass with good figure on the outside. It has Thomastek strings on it and medium action. It has a very loud balanced sound from treble to bass. The fretboard has no wear and the bass is in very good condition overall with no need for any repair. The neck alignment on this bass is very good with bridge sitting exactly centered between the "f" holes. Please contact me for more information and pictures.
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Posted on 02/26/2008
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1971 Pollman 3/4 size bass with gamba corners.New end pin,bridge with adjusters,and fingerboard.Back has some cracks but has been repaired.In very good playing condition. 4,500.oo with case. For info email ralphjohnson@rogers.com or call 705 721-8229. Toronto area.
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Posted on 02/22/2008
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¾ size double bass by Yang Ming, Chinese maker with a fast-growing reputation
Approx 12 years old
Fully hand-carved with superb level of craftsmanship
Very good sound, clear and responsive throughout the range
Excellent quality wood, especially attractive figured maple on the back
Good thick piece of wood on the front giving resilience (it has already been played a lot in its short life)
Fine Aubert bridge with Clifton adjusters fitted for versatility of set-up
Fairly narrow shoulders and strong but slender neck making it easy to play, even in the upper register
Bow quiver and David Gage realist pick-up fitted making it ready to ‘plug in and play’
The responsive sound and ease of playing make it ideal for the player who is gigging a lot and wishes to avoid unnecessary fatigue
Ideal for jazz or chamber music
Price includes nearly new set of D’Addario Hybrid soft gauge strings
PLEASE EMAIL FOR PICTURES
Price: £3,500
Contact: David Chamberlain
+44 (0) 20 8761 3392 +44 (0) 7989 596 993 davechamb@yahoo.com
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Posted on 02/14/2008
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Kay C1 bass for sale, the bass is from 1949 and is in excellent condition. It is a very expressive instrument, just wonderful to hear and play. No repairs ever and with one surface filler spot the size of a quarter on the lower bout. The ebonized neck is in excellent shape. $2800.00 obo. Dont let this one get away, you wont need another Kay if you own this one.
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Posted on 02/08/2008
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NS Design CRT Model Electric Upright Bass. A very nice bass action is good plays very similar to a double bass. The scale of the neck is exactly the same as a double bass.The exclusive Polar pickup has 2 modes of operation, "arco" and "pizzicato", that may be blended together. When blended equally (balance control centered) the response is similar to an acoustic upright. The arco mode enhances sensitivity to the bow, and the plucked response is extraordinarily percussive. In the pizz. mode the percussive attack is reduced for a smooth sustained response. Bass and Treble EQ controls, in combination with the Polar pickup options, provide tremendous tonal range. It comes with a very nice gig back and stand and i could give you my copy of the evolving bassist by rufus reid if you want. Im kingston witch if you dont know of it, it is about half between Toronto and Ottawa. I may be willing to go lower on the price. Email me for more details
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Posted on 02/05/2008
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1900`s German 7/8 size bass.
Fully restored in 2006.Gamba corners,flat back.new bridge,new gotz end pin,
and new fingerboard.Loud dark sound in excellent playing condition.8500.00
with case.For info email ralphjohnson@rogers.com or call 705 721-8229
Toronto area.
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Posted on 01/30/2008
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Beautiful, one of a kind, hand carved 3/4 Double Bass. The top is Engleman Spruce from Kokone B.C. and the ribs and back are Curley Poplar. The neck is made from Curley Maple with and Ebony fingerboard. The Bass Bar is 1/4 sawn Spruce with a Maple soundpost and Dresden Bridge. The Tail Piece is adjustable with fine tuners. Soft Case / no bow. Located in south-western Ontario, Canada. Made from Ed Bartlett pattern by Mike Burns and Lou Currah.
Asking price $18,000 Canadian. Serious inquiries only; for photos or more information please contact Randy at DoubleBass@keystonecr.com
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