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  1. Jonpaul matrix german carbon fiber bow fresh rehair

    For sale Jonpaul matrix german carbon fiber bow fresh rehair

    I've kept this bow for a while just for the sake of having a german stick around. I'm never using it and really need to raise funds for a handmade instrument that will be ready soon. This is the closest carbon fiber stick i've ever played (which is a lot of them over the years) to the sound of...
    $375.00
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  2. Keith Rawlings

    Double Bass Bow Management Exercises/Tips?

    I'm currently working with my instructor on beginning arco technique with German bow hold and I'm really enjoying it. I have managed to learn "Mary Had a Little Lamb" and "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" (ha!) as well as the D major scale; while working on proper left and right hand form for...
  3. Z. Prochownik German bow
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    For sale Z. Prochownik German bow

    An excellent and agile bow. I mainly used it for solo and chamber playing but it holds it's own in a section. I have used it off and on (mainly play French) and absolutely love how easy it is to play, but unfortunately have to sell it to finance another. Would also make for an excellent step up...
    $2,000.00
  4. AlexJenkins

    SOLD Z. Prochownik German bow

    An excellent and agile bow. I mainly used it for solo and chamber playing but it holds it's own in a section. I have used it off and on (mainly play French) and absolutely love how easy it is to play, but unfortunately have to sell it to finance another. Would also make for an excellent step up...
  5. L

    Double Bass What German bow luthiers to look for?

    Hi, I have been looking out for bow recently and I came to realize that I don’t know what makers to look for. I also don’t have a lot of time to get an idea of what makers are good through trying them out. I was wondering if anyone had some recommendations. Please understand that I am looking...
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  6. koricancowboy

    Double Bass Manoel Francisco Bow

    I am currently auditioning a rather nice Brazilian German bow. It’s made by Manoel Francisco. It is made of high quality pernambuco and is silver mounted. The frog is in the style of a Pfretzschner. It weighs in at 135g on the kitchen scale, well balanced, and has no winding but does have a...
  7. Horst John German Bow with Case

    For sale Horst John German Bow with Case

    German bow by Horst John (Brazilian), silver mounted with snakewood frog. About 148 grams, the length (end to end) is 75cm; the hair (playing length) is 56 cm. It comes with a hard case and includes papers. The bow has a narrower frog than average, so could be good for small hands. Feel free to...
    $1,050.00
    • Davis549
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    For Sale Horst John German Bow with Case

    German bow by Horst John (Brazilian), silver mounted with snakewood frog. About 148 grams, the length (end to end) is 75cm; the hair (playing length) is 56 cm. It comes with a hard case and includes papers. The bow has a narrower frog than average, so could be good for small hands. Feel free to...
    • Davis549
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    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: For Sale: Bows
  9. 3 Bows (2 German, 1 French)
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    For sale 3 Bows (2 German, 1 French)

    Three bows—good for messing around/students/backup for your backup, lol. German with white hair is missing the imitation ivory on the tip. Other German has salt and pepper hair and is a bit heavier. French, labeled P&H London (lightweight fiberglass) is missing a bit of the mother of Pearl atop...
    $100.00
  10. TheDellow

    SOLD 3 Bows (2 German, 1 French)

    Three bows—good for messing around/students/backup for your backup, lol. German with white hair is missing the imitation ivory on the tip. Other German has salt and pepper hair and is a bit heavier. French, labeled P&H London (lightweight fiberglass) is missing a bit of the mother of Pearl atop...
  11. Prochownik German Bow
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    For sale Prochownik German Bow

    Had a deal but it fell through, still available!
    $1,800.00
  12. MaxJohnson

    SOLD Prochownik German Bow

    For sale is my beloved Prochownik German bow. I have to get rid of some gear, and am putting feelers about about interest in this bow. I've loved this bow for the past 6-7 years, and it's the quickest, snappiest bow I've played. The bow is 126g, really light and agile, with a great bounce...
  13. Jeremy Appleton

    Double Bass One French, One German. One case?

    I have a French bow and a German bow. I am looking for a double case that can accommodate both. So far, all the double cases I have seen are for either one style or the other. I realize I could fit a French bow into a larger German size slot, but I am wondering if anyone has come across a true...
  14. Samuel Kolstein oval stamp German bow
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    For sale Samuel Kolstein oval stamp German bow

    Sam Kolstein oval stamp Zimmerman model German bow. Beautiful stick in great condition. Jake from Kolstein recently worked on it including rehair, rechanneling the top of the frog and installed a heavier gauge German silver top plate, also installed the silver ring on the turn button. The ivory...
    $2,000.00
  15. Craig Akin

    SOLD Samuel Kolstein oval stamp German bow

    Sam Kolstein oval stamp Zimmerman model German bow. Beautiful stick in great condition. Jake from Kolstein recently worked on it including rehair, rechanneling the top of the frog and installed a heavier gauge German silver top plate, also installed the silver ring on the turn button. The ivory...
  16. New German bow from maker
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    For sale New German bow from maker

    Here is your chance to get a new bow in perfect condition from a living maker that would be happy to assist you with any requests you might have! Great pernambuco, amazing ebony, silver tip and silver slide that would never wear out. 145gr, 558mm playing hair length, 112mm (almost 4,5 inch)...
    $5,500.00
    • MariaMas
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  17. MariaMas

    SOLD New German bow from maker

    Here is your chance to get a new bow in perfect condition from a living maker that would be happy to assist you with any requests you might have! Great pernambuco, amazing ebony, silver tip and silver slide that would never wear out. 145gr, 558mm playing hair length, 112mm (almost 4,5 inch)...
    • MariaMas
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    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: For Sale: Bows
  18. T

    Double Bass New old L.A. Matthews bow

    Thought I'd tap the community for any possible knowledge about L.A. Matthews. Apparently he (they?) made basses and bows here in Los Angeles, I assume in the mid 20th century. I have recently acquired a German bow of his, my first upgrade from a crappy no-name carbon fiber bow. I have only...
  19. tb-player

    Double Bass French or German? I could use some knowledgeable advice.

    In my most recent foray into DB, I have been focusing more on Arco. I’ve played both French and German bows in the past, but this time around, the French bow is giving me some fatigue in my hand. The German bow feels better, but seems harder to maneuver around the strings. With the French bow...
  20. DHoss

    Wanted Steffen Kuhnla German Bow

    Seeking a used Steffen Kuhnla German bow sold by String Emporium: no wrapping or ornaments, for example. Thanks!
  21. DHoss

    Wanted Steffen Kuhnla German Bow

    Seeking a used Steffen Kuhnla German bow sold by String Emporium: no wrapping or ornaments, for example. Thanks!
  22. Bernard Walke Hybrid Bow (Price Drop: $3,000!)
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    For sale Bernard Walke Hybrid Bow (Price Drop: $3,000!)

    This is a hybrid double bass bow (NOT A GERMAN BOW, TalkBass just made me pick one or the other) that I commissioned in 2015 from the acclaimed Canadian bow maker Bernard Walke. It is extremely well balanced and weighs in at 137g. I have loved this bow since I received it but find myself...
    $3,000.00
    • tristenjarv
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  23. T

    SOLD Bernard Walke Hybrid Bow (Price Drop: $3,000!)

    This is a hybrid double bass bow (NOT A GERMAN BOW, TalkBass just made me pick one or the other) that I commissioned in 2015 from the acclaimed Canadian bow maker Bernard Walke. It is extremely well balanced and weighs in at 137g. I have loved this bow since I received it but find myself...
    • tristenjarv
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    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: For Sale: Bows
  24. Presto German Bow
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    For sale Presto German Bow

    Great for beginners or jazz players looking to learn how to play Arco! Recently rehaired at Brianna Goldberg's shop in Pasadena, CA with black hair.
    $120.00
    • Tim Jensen
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  25. Tim Jensen

    SOLD Presto German Bow

    Great for beginners or jazz players looking to learn how to play Arco! Recently rehaired at Brianna Goldberg's shop in Pasadena, CA with black hair.
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  26. Claude Marchand German Bow - price drop

    For sale Claude Marchand German Bow - price drop

    PRICE DROP - now asking $2000 obo German bow from the Thomas Martin studio with the name Claude Marchand. Fairly light, really nimble and easy to maneuver. Probably suited well for solo playing but can play heavy and spiccato for orchestra just fine. Comes with certificate of appraisal for...
    $2,250.00
    • Jesse Dale
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    For Sale Claude Marchand German Bow - price drop

    PRICE DROP - now asking $2000 obo German bow from the Thomas Martin studio with the name Claude Marchand. Fairly light, really nimble and easy to maneuver. Probably suited well for solo playing but can play heavy and spiccato for orchestra just fine. Comes with certificate of appraisal for...
    • Jesse Dale
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  28. Dürrschmidt 103 German bow for sale

    For sale Dürrschmidt 103 German bow for sale

    PRICE 1 350 €, shipping paid by seller Very good, selected, octagonal Pernambuco stick, ebony frog, silver thread whalebone lapping stamped: Otto Dürrschmidt / 2 stars The bow is in excellent condition. Manufactured in 2015, bought in 2016. First owner. It comes with new hair.This is an...
    $1,460.00
    • IstvanLajos
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  29. I

    For Sale Dürrschmidt 103 German bow for sale

    PRICE 1 350 €, shipping paid by seller Very good, selected, octagonal Pernambuco stick, ebony frog, silver thread whalebone lapping stamped: Otto Dürrschmidt / 2 stars The bow is in excellent condition. Manufactured in 2015, bought in 2016. First owner. It comes with new hair.This is an...
    • IstvanLajos
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    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: For Sale: Bows
  30. Dürrschmidt 103 German bow for sale

    For sale Dürrschmidt 103 German bow for sale

    PRICE 1 350 € Very good, selected, round or octagonal Pernambuco stick, ebony frog, silver thread whalebone lapping stamped: Otto Dürrschmidt / 2 stars The bow is in excellent condition. Manufactured in 2015, bought in 2016. First owner. It comes with new hair.
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    • IstvanLajos
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    Dürrschmidt 103 German bow for sale

    PRICE 1 350 € Very good, selected, round or octagonal Pernambuco stick, ebony frog, silver thread whalebone lapping stamped: Otto Dürrschmidt / 2 stars The bow is in excellent condition. Manufactured in 2015, bought in 2016. First owner. It comes with new hair.
    • IstvanLajos
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  32. Tenney German Bow
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    For sale Tenney German Bow

    For sale is a German bow made by California artist and bow maker Burdell Tenney. This bow has served me well for two years in a serious conservatory with a prestigious teacher in NYC, but I recently upgraded and don’t need both bows. This bow is a canon, and pulls an absolutely enormous sound...
    $1,800.00
  33. Tonysuarezbass

    SOLD Tenney German Bow

    For sale is a German bow made by California artist and bow maker Burdell Tenney. This bow has served me well for two years in a serious conservatory with a prestigious teacher in NYC, but I recently upgraded and don’t need both bows. This bow is a canon, and pulls an absolutely enormous sound...
  34. Finale CF German Bow

    For sale Finale CF German Bow

    Finale carbon fiber German Bow. There's quite a bit of info here on TB about these bows. They are very reputable and one of the best bang-for-your-buck bows. Made from a specially formulated carbon graphite weave, with a kevlar core mixture that helps stabilize the balance and playing action...
    $300.00
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    For Sale Finale CF German Bow

    Finale carbon fiber German Bow. There's quite a bit of info here on TB about these bows. They are very reputable and one of the best bang-for-your-buck bows. Made from a specially formulated carbon graphite weave, with a kevlar core mixture that helps stabilize the balance and playing action...
  36. A

    Double Bass Tremolo with German bow?

    Hi all, I've been looking for videos or an explanation of how to play tremolo using the German bow but have had no luck finding anything online. How do I perform this technique correctly?
  37. Glasser NY basic German Bow
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    For sale Glasser NY basic German Bow

    For sale is a Glasser NY German bass bow. Played sparingly for only a few months. $50 shipped to the continental US.
    $50.00
  38. Anachronism

    SOLD Glasser NY basic German Bow

    For sale is a Glasser NY German bass bow. Played sparingly for only a few months. $50 shipped to the continental US.
  39. Fender Mustang P/J Fretless
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    For sale Fender Mustang P/J Fretless

    Fender Mustang P/J fretless. Pro CA fretless conversion. Round wounds are no problem. Will get very low action and plenty of Mwah, if desired. Nice weight, 7.8 pounds. Balances well. Mint condition. Short scale 30".Really nice bass for the money! $395.00 shipped, U.S. only PayPal Trades...
    $395.00
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    • Strings: 4
    • FritzM
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  40. FritzM

    SOLD Fender Mustang P/J Fretless

    Fender Mustang P/J fretless. Pro CA fretless conversion. Round wounds are no problem. Will get very low action and plenty of Mwah, if desired. Nice weight, 7.8 pounds. Balances well. Mint condition. Short scale 30".Really nice bass for the money! $395.00 shipped, U.S. only PayPal Trades...
    • FritzM
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    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: For Sale: Bass Guitars
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