engelhardt

  1. King Mortone Upright Bass Project
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    For sale King Mortone Upright Bass Project

    1930s King Mortone bass (believed to be 1937) in restorable condition. Good top arch, tuners in excellent working condition, endpin moves smoothly, soundpost included but floating in bottom of bass. Please examine photos for complete description of problematic areas at heel and neck. Original...
    $1,500.00
  2. Reijo1

    For Sale King Mortone Upright Bass Project

    1930s King Mortone bass (believed to be 1937) in restorable condition. Good top arch, tuners in excellent working condition, endpin moves smoothly, soundpost included but floating in bottom of bass. Please examine photos for complete description of problematic areas at heel and neck. Original...
  3. Engelhardt M1
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    For sale Engelhardt M1

    90’s Engelhardt M1 with golden slaps and a realist pickup. Comes with bag and stand.
    $1,400.00
  4. matthew grundy

    For Sale Engelhardt M1

    90’s Engelhardt M1 with golden slaps and a realist pickup. Comes with bag and stand.
  5. Engelhardt C-1 (1998)
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    For sale Engelhardt C-1 (1998)

    Excellent, reliable gigging bass. Comes with a realist pickup—no case. It is unusually lightweight and it looks almost brand-friggin’ new. A good deal for a 2nd/gigging bass! The back even has a little flame in the laminate. 1in overstand, 5.5in bridge height, 41.5in scale. Located in Northern...
    $1,200.00
  6. TheDellow

    SOLD Engelhardt C-1 (1998)

    Excellent, reliable gigging bass. Comes with a realist pickup—no case. It is unusually lightweight and it looks almost brand-friggin’ new. A good deal for a 2nd/gigging bass! The back even has a little flame in the laminate. 1in overstand, 5.5in bridge height, 41.5in scale. Located in Northern...
  7. Engelhardt 2013 EM-1

    For sale Engelhardt 2013 EM-1

    Beautiful vintage cherry color finish on this Maestro model. Brazilian cherry fingerboard and tailpiece. Upgraded tailgut with braided wire. This bass has some road nicks on it but still overall in excellent shape...no breaks or repairs needed. Ready to play. Located in Lenoir NC. Willing to...
    $1,400.00
  8. J

    For Sale Engelhardt 2013 EM-1

    Beautiful vintage cherry color finish on this Maestro model. Brazilian cherry fingerboard and tailpiece. Upgraded tailgut with braided wire. This bass has some road nicks on it but still overall in excellent shape...no breaks or repairs needed. Ready to play. Located in Lenoir NC. Willing to...
  9. C

    Double Bass 1964 Kay or 2001 Engelhardt for community orchestra?

    Hey everyone. I have recently been offered the opportunity to join a community orchestra, so I will be playing arco. I am going to buy a used plywood instrument because that's what's in my price range. The Kay: $800. Has a few bumps and bruises but no major cracks or structural damage. Model...
  10. 1947 Kay M-1 - New Price
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    For sale 1947 Kay M-1 - New Price

    1947 Kay M-1 string bass in like new condition. Bass is NOT refinished. Big sound with great sustain. Extremely easy to play with great, even tone up the neck. New: bridge with adjusters, endpin, aviation cable tailgut, SBW synthetic gut (G, D, A) and Supernil E strings. Recent fingerboard...
    $4,000.00
  11. Reijo1

    SOLD 1947 Kay M-1 - New Price

    1947 Kay M-1 string bass in like new condition. Bass is NOT refinished. Big sound with great sustain. Extremely easy to play with great, even tone up the neck. New: bridge with adjusters, endpin, aviation cable tailgut, SBW synthetic gut (G, D, A) and Supernil E strings. Recent fingerboard...
  12. 1/4 size engelhardt m3
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    For sale 1/4 size engelhardt m3

    This is an 1/4 size engelhardt m3 bass(fully plywood) that I got used when I was younger and first learning the instrument. It's in good condition, very sturdy and no problems that I know of, with a few scratches(main ones shown in pictures) and dings as would be expected after years of use by a...
    $800.00
  13. Jacob_9012

    SOLD 1/4 size engelhardt m3

    This is an 1/4 size engelhardt m3 bass(fully plywood) that I got used when I was younger and first learning the instrument. It's in good condition, very sturdy and no problems that I know of, with a few scratches(main ones shown in pictures) and dings as would be expected after years of use by a...
  14. REDUCED PRICE! 2006 Engelhardt EM-1 Upright Bass
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    For sale REDUCED PRICE! 2006 Engelhardt EM-1 Upright Bass

    She’s an Engelhardt EM-1, (equivalent Kay model was the M-1) Serial No. 89808. About five years ago she was professionally setup by Brobst Violin who gave her a David Brobst adjustable bridge, Revolution SOLO Pickup and Pirastro Obligato strings among other things. She has a nice rosewood...
    $900.00
  15. frede

    SOLD REDUCED PRICE! 2006 Engelhardt EM-1 Upright Bass

    She’s an Engelhardt EM-1, (equivalent Kay model was the M-1) Serial No. 89808. About five years ago she was professionally setup by Brobst Violin who gave her a David Brobst adjustable bridge, Revolution SOLO Pickup and Pirastro Obligato strings among other things. She has a nice rosewood...
  16. Engelhardt EM1 Double Bass - Price Drop
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    For sale Engelhardt EM1 Double Bass - Price Drop

    Engelhardt EM1 Double Bass with gig bag. 3/4 size (standard upright bass size). A few dings from use, but overall in good condition. Great bass for an electric player who wants to try doubling on upright or excellent for a student. Not available to be shipped, but I'm willing to deliver or meet...
    $750.00
  17. J

    SOLD Engelhardt EM1 Double Bass - Price Drop

    Engelhardt EM1 Double Bass with gig bag. 3/4 size (standard upright bass size). A few dings from use, but overall in good condition. Great bass for an electric player who wants to try doubling on upright or excellent for a student. Not available to be shipped, but I'm willing to deliver or meet...
  18. Tiddleypidlei

    Double Bass 1978 Engelhardt EC-1 Should I buy???

    While searching through vast wasteland of Craigslist, I stumbled on listing of an 1978 Engelhardt Ec-1, the asking price $1,100. That includes a pickup, a bow, a case, and a bass stand. On a serious note, what is the consensus about Engelhardt? I know that the were built by Kay, and have a...
  19. S

    Engelhardt C1

    Hi, Lynn. I just posted a thread in the DB forum... Thought you might be able to help directly. I'm a new DB student (at 62!); just ordered a new Engelhardt C1 from Buitar Center. Price and 0% financing for 36 mos. made it irresistible. It's out of stock through and I'm having second thoughts...
  20. S

    Double Bass Engelhardt C1

    Hi - another newbie here. Just placed an order for an Engelhardt C1 from Guitar Center. Great price ($1172) and 36 mo 0% financing made it super attractive. But I'm concerned about the lack of current info available on it, and the quality. Can anyone help answer a few Qs? 1. Is this really made...
  21. 2006 Engelhardt EM-1 w/ K&K Bass Max, Adj Bridge, Travel Bag
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    For sale 2006 Engelhardt EM-1 w/ K&K Bass Max, Adj Bridge, Travel Bag

    For Sale: 2006 Engelhardt EM-1 w/ K&K Bass Max, Adj Bridge, Bag I am the second owner of this 2006 bass, and it plays great. It was professionally set up and gigged with for the last 10 years or so. It's in great shape, but does have some small chips in the finish from road wear. Currently...
    $1,350.00
  22. HomeBrewTJ

    SOLD 2006 Engelhardt EM-1 w/ K&K Bass Max, Adj Bridge, Travel Bag

    For Sale: 2006 Engelhardt EM-1 w/ K&K Bass Max, Adj Bridge, Bag I am the second owner of this 2006 bass, and it plays great. It was professionally set up and gigged with for the last 10 years or so. It's in great shape, but does have some small chips in the finish from road wear. Currently...
  23. Socket for Kay/Engelhardt Bass Endpin
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    For sale Socket for Kay/Engelhardt Bass Endpin

    New condition, unused. Purchased from Golliher Music but I only needed the end pin (rod) portion. $18 Shipped to US. PayPal accepted. PM or Email me
    $18.00
  24. BassmanVA

    SOLD Socket for Kay/Engelhardt Bass Endpin

    New condition, unused. Purchased from Golliher Music but I only needed the end pin (rod) portion. $18 Shipped to US. PayPal accepted. PM or Email me
  25. Engelhardt c-1 ec-1
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    For sale Engelhardt c-1 ec-1

    I'm testing the waters to see who would be interested in my Engelhardt c-1. Ive never been able to confirm its age, but several TBers and engelhardt have confirmed its an Engelhardt ec-1. It is in great playing and structural shape. The neck was recently re-worked adding a scoop relief where...
    $900.00
  26. krfoss

    SOLD Engelhardt c-1 ec-1

    I'm testing the waters to see who would be interested in my Engelhardt c-1. Ive never been able to confirm its age, but several TBers and engelhardt have confirmed its an Engelhardt ec-1. It is in great playing and structural shape. The neck was recently re-worked adding a scoop relief where...
  27. Dony Erwin

    Double Bass Refinishing my Engelhardt C-1

    I am currently refinishing my Engelhardt C-1 and definitely new to this so I have a few questions....I have the old finish completely stripped down to the raw wood so what are the next steps? Any recommendations on finishing products that are made specifically for musical instruments? The...
  28. JayLaughlin

    Double Bass NBD 2017 Engelhardt EM-1B

    I got it back from the luthier after initial set-up and am well pleased with this beauty. I ordered it through Gollihur and the Engelhardt folks reached back out saying that they were getting ready to start a blonde and had some bird's eye maple available if I was interested. I definitely was...
  29. Remyd

    24 hours to Sandwiches

    After my last band broke up a few months ago, I hung out my shingle as an independent sideman who was looking for a new project. I lost my job a few weeks ago, so I've been looking even harder to get myself out of the doldrums of job searching and get onto a stage; maybe make some money. On...
  30. D

    player out in VA

    I've been ghosting this site for a while, reading up on some things that you all have been discussing. I figured I should jump in and introduce myself. I'd like to become a more active participant. I've been a casual electric bass addict for a few years. I started out with a Fender Jazz many...
  31. Engelhardt EG-1 - price drop - $1250!
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    For sale Engelhardt EG-1 - price drop - $1250!

    Has this been sold?
    $1,250.00
  32. Scott Lynch

    SOLD Engelhardt EG-1 - price drop - $1250!

    For sale is the Engelhardt EG-1 that got me through college! I purchased this from Bob Gollihur around 2005-2006 and played it regularly until I got my Shen about 18 months ago. The instrument was given a full setup by the one and only Mike Shank (www.shankstrings.com), including a...
  33. TwerkThomson

    Double Bass 1983 Engelhardt M1

    Hey everyone. A friend is selling his 1983 Engelhardt M1 and I'm just trying to get a rough price range for this bass. Ive seen them go for $8-900 but I don't want to seem like I'm lowballing. Its in great shape with a little bit of wear on the finger board. Thanks
  34. charlie ford

    Double Bass Is there a way to shorten scale length?

    I keep thinking that if I had a smaller 1/2 position stretch then I'd be able to play faster. I've got small hands, and it's always been a struggle, but my max hand stretch is the 1/2 position. Would it be possible to keep my D neck with a modification like that? ...not sure, seems unlikely. I...
  35. 2012 Engelhardt ES-9 Swingmaster (figured top)
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    For sale 2012 Engelhardt ES-9 Swingmaster (figured top)

    Gorgeous blonde Swingmaster in violin trim with flame/curly maple back, sides, and rare figured top located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Purchased from Fretwell Bass in Virginia, this bass has never gigged, has no known dings or blemishes, and comes with the original setup from Jerry @ Fretwell...
    $1,600.00
  36. T

    SOLD 2012 Engelhardt ES-9 Swingmaster (figured top)

    Gorgeous blonde Swingmaster in violin trim with flame/curly maple back, sides, and rare figured top located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Purchased from Fretwell Bass in Virginia, this bass has never gigged, has no known dings or blemishes, and comes with the original setup from Jerry @ Fretwell...
  37. Engelhardt EC-1 1998 Upright Bass
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    For sale Engelhardt EC-1 1998 Upright Bass

    For sale is my Engelhardt C1 upright bass. Located in 08109 New jersey, right outside of Philadelphia. Laminate bass. Maple Fingerboard. Flexible tailpiece hanger. New Gollihur adjustable bridge this past fall. Currently strung with Corelli 370 tungsten steel strings, good for pizz and arco...
    $1,200.00
  38. Skerrvydog

    SOLD Engelhardt EC-1 1998 Upright Bass

    For sale is my Engelhardt C1 upright bass. Located in 08109 New jersey, right outside of Philadelphia. Laminate bass. Maple Fingerboard. Flexible tailpiece hanger. New Gollihur adjustable bridge this past fall. Currently strung with Corelli 370 tungsten steel strings, good for pizz and arco...