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  1. Chadwick Folding Bass (for sale)
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    For sale Chadwick Folding Bass (for sale)

    Great travel bass! This is a super-durable plywood bass, great punch and projection- 3/4 size body so you actually get acoustic sound (unlike Czech-ease, EUB's , etc) Neck folds into body (and fingerboard/endpin all latch into place inside of the bass) Bridget Kearney from Lake Street Dive...
    $2,000.00
    • Ted Olsen
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    • chadwick chadwick folding bass chadwick upright bass flight flight case flightcase plywood travel travel acoustic bass travel bass
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    • Category: For Sale: Double Basses
  2. M

    First Build

    Hi! I wanted to share with you my first build, i designed the body and pickguard, i cut the body with a band saw and shaped It with a belt sander (i did It in the school workshop when nobody was watching) the body Is made from a sandwich of veneer and low quality plywood, the pickups are...
    • MikeMonterrubio
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    • amateurbuild build diy firstbuild frankenbass plywood ugly bass
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  3. Kay M1-B Double Bass

    For sale Kay M1-B Double Bass

    circa 1964 Kay M1-B Upright bass. Includes Fishman Full Circle pickup. New modern end pin. inflatable transport wheel. Had a nice thick ebony fingerboard put on 15 years ago. It's still rockin'. New bridge 10 years ago. New strings & set up by David Gage in early 2023. It had seen minimal use in...
    $3,000.00
    • johntone
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    • 1964 double bass ebony fingerboard fishman full circle kay kay bass new york city plywood upright bass
    • Category: For Sale: Double Basses
  4. J

    For Sale Kay M1-B Double Bass

    circa 1964 Kay M1-B Upright bass. Includes Fishman Full Circle pickup. New modern end pin. inflatable transport wheel. Had a nice thick ebony fingerboard put on 15 years ago. It's still rockin'. New bridge 10 years ago. New strings & set up by David Gage in early 2023. It had seen minimal use in...
    • johntone
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    • 1964 double bass ebony fingerboard fishman full circle kay kay bass new york city plywood upright bass
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: For Sale: Double Basses
  5. Z

    Double Bass Thomann entry line instruments: Laminated, hybrid and solid

    Hi everyone, First of all, I know Thomann's entry line instruments have been thoroughly discussed in this forum and I have read most of those discussions, but I would still like to hear some thoughts on the following matter. When it comes to the most inexpensive Thomann basses, the price...
    • Zoppello
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    • beginner carved first hybrid laminated plywood purchase solid study thomann
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Basses [DB]
  6. 1946 Kay M-1
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    For sale 1946 Kay M-1

    $3,000.00
  7. TheDellow

    SOLD 1946 Kay M-1

    1946 Kay M-1, violin cornered bass. One step up from the C-1 (gamba cornered). Fresh setup, new endpin, tailgut and bridge. Brazilian Rosewood fingerboard has been planed and setup all around. A great, reliable bass. $3,000 pick up in Northern CA —Full measurements—(Kay) Mensure: 41 3/4”...
  8. 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
  9. 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...
  10. drwv

    Double Bass Contact Mic on Plywood Bass: AKG C411 or Ischell C3

    I play a plywood Englehardt, with admittedly poor technique, and am not necessarily on a quest for MBOL, but simply "an upright bass" rather than sterile piezo amplified sound. I use a Realist Lifeline, which is excellent at preventing feedback, and have tried blending an Audio Technica ATM350...
    • drwv
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    • akg c411 contact mic ischell ischell c3 ischell contact microphone plywood
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Amps, Mics & Pickups [DB]
  11. Unbranded 1960s German Ply
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    For sale Unbranded 1960s German Ply

    For your consideration is a beautiful 3/4 ply. I bought this bass about 3 years back from Upton and it has been my workhorse since. While it shows some play wear, all of the vital components are in great condition and work perfectly. This bass is currently strung with Pirastro Perpetuals and...
    $2,800.00
  12. TheLowDown33

    No longer available Unbranded 1960s German Ply

    For your consideration is a beautiful 3/4 ply. I bought this bass about 3 years back from Upton and it has been my workhorse since. While it shows some play wear, all of the vital components are in great condition and work perfectly. This bass is currently strung with Pirastro Perpetuals and...
  13. 1950s King Moretone for Repair
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    For sale 1950s King Moretone for Repair

    My beloved ‘50s King Moretone took a spill. I don’t have the will to fix it up and it’s taking up space—I was quoted $750 to put Humpty Dumpty back together by local luthier (Jeff Sahs). I have all parts aside from the endpin. A great fixer or moneymaker if you’re a luthier. Local p/u only. $500
    $500.00
  14. TheDellow

    SOLD 1950s King Moretone for Repair

    My beloved ‘50s King Moretone took a spill. I don’t have the will to fix it up and it’s taking up space—I was quoted $750 to put Humpty Dumpty back together by local luthier (Jeff Sahs). I have all parts aside from the endpin. A great fixer or moneymaker if you’re a luthier. Local p/u only. $500
  15. Samuel Shen SB80 1/2 Size Bass w/ Messina Covers Gig Bag

    For sale Samuel Shen SB80 1/2 Size Bass w/ Messina Covers Gig Bag

    This is a great student instrument for younger/smaller players, purchased from David Gage String Instruments in 2017. It is in excellent condition, comes with a high-quality Messina Covers bass bag and an adjustable bridge, and is available in the New York Metropolitan area.
    $1,500.00
  16. H

    For Sale Samuel Shen SB80 1/2 Size Bass w/ Messina Covers Gig Bag

    This is a great student instrument for younger/smaller players, purchased from David Gage String Instruments in 2017. It is in excellent condition, comes with a high-quality Messina Covers bass bag and an adjustable bridge, and is available in the New York Metropolitan area.
  17. TheDellow

    Double Bass Kay Top Sinking Repairwork Question

    Hey all! I have a beautiful '67 Kay S-1 Supreme (dark brown with real inlaid purfling on top/back/f-holes, all original, etc)...it is my gigging bass because it is reliable, strong sounding and very well built. The problem is that there is some top sinking near the upper portion of the treble...
  18. TheDellow

    Double Bass 1955 King Mortone Repair Question

    So, yesterday sucked--during an outdoor gig, a sudden and strong gust of wind picked my bass up off of the stage (it was on a stand) and threw it 8-10 feet. The scroll snapped off, the edges of the top and back laminates are frayed (the top, back and ribs are still intact it seems) and the neck...
  19. B

    Plywood fretboard on my bass?

    So I have a 'Vintage Reissued VJ74' bass in metallic purple. No complaints, it looks and plays great. But... The fretboard is 'rose plywood'. It came with some hairline cracks, and the black stain is coming off very quickly. I think it's just bizarre. Stained black plywood? Who uses that for a...
    • Barib
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    • fretboard jazz bass plywood
    • Replies: 48
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  20. 1960 King Mortone Blonde
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    For sale 1960 King Mortone Blonde

    It kinda breaks my heart but I'm looking for a new home to this blonde ply beauty! Not only is she in showroom shape for a 61 year old bass, she sounds amazing! She's recently back from the beauty shop to have some laminates re-glued, new carbon fiber end-pin, and a complete set-up that...
    $3,000.00
  21. rknea

    SOLD 1960 King Mortone Blonde

    It kinda breaks my heart but I'm looking for a new home to this blonde ply beauty! Not only is she in showroom shape for a 61 year old bass, she sounds amazing! She's recently back from the beauty shop to have some laminates re-glued, new carbon fiber end-pin, and a complete set-up that...
  22. Conner Nagel

    Double Bass Thoughts on plywood basses?

    I am looking at purchasing my first double bass. I've had access to one for awhile and played on one in school (I'm 27 now) so I'd say I'm at the intermediate level. I have seen a few plywood basses on craigslist and other sites and was wondering what you thought about them? I will primarily...
  23. Germany East Bass - Loud and Solid
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    For sale Germany East Bass - Loud and Solid

    Germany East Bass. Not a lot on the internet about these basses. I guess 60's or 70's Germany plywood student instrument. Built like a tank and really loud. 41 inch scale. E flat neck. Easy to play. I had this in my office to practice. Now that I don't have an office any more (Ccvid), I...
    $1,400.00
  24. Jones64

    SOLD Germany East Bass - Loud and Solid

    Germany East Bass. Not a lot on the internet about these basses. I guess 60's or 70's Germany plywood student instrument. Built like a tank and really loud. 41 inch scale. E flat neck. Easy to play. I had this in my office to practice. Now that I don't have an office any more (Ccvid), I...
  25. 2016 Shen SB80 3/4 Plywood
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    For sale 2016 Shen SB80 3/4 Plywood

    In beautiful condition, save for a very small ding in the finish on the backside, lower bout (pictured). Upgraded bridge and setup by Bob Beerman at the Bass Violin Shop in Greensboro, NC. The fingerboard has snappy-looking inlaid position markers along the side. Outfitted with D'addario...
    $1,350.00
  26. fj_ventre

    SOLD 2016 Shen SB80 3/4 Plywood

    In beautiful condition, save for a very small ding in the finish on the backside, lower bout (pictured). Upgraded bridge and setup by Bob Beerman at the Bass Violin Shop in Greensboro, NC. The fingerboard has snappy-looking inlaid position markers along the side. Outfitted with D'addario...
  27. Mister Cbass

    Double Bass How many double basses do you own ?

    Hello, All is in the title. If more than one, how many and why ? As bass player ( and a lot of other musicians), and due to g.a.s. crisis, I own many e-bass. Of course they are different, used for different styles, back up . Actually I own one double bass. Not something incredible, But I love...
  28. Rare American Standard Plywood Bass

    For sale Rare American Standard Plywood Bass

    *Price Reduction* Extremely Rare American Standard in very good condition. It’s a shame to let this one go but I bought too many basses last year and I need to clear space and refill my bank account! This bass sounds and plays beautifully. It has a clear, focused sound. Each note seems to...
    $4,500.00
  29. Matt Quinones

    For Sale Rare American Standard Plywood Bass

    *Price Reduction* Extremely Rare American Standard in very good condition. It’s a shame to let this one go but I bought too many basses last year and I need to clear space and refill my bank account! This bass sounds and plays beautifully. It has a clear, focused sound. Each note seems to...
  30. Rare American Standard

    For sale Rare American Standard

    *Price Reduction* Extremely Rare American Standard in very good condition. It’s a shame to let this one go but I bought too many basses last year and I need to clear space and refill my bank account! This bass sounds and plays beautifully. It has a clear, focused sound. Each note seems to...
    $4,800.00
  31. Matt Quinones

    For Sale Rare American Standard

    *Price Reduction* Extremely Rare American Standard in very good condition. It’s a shame to let this one go but I bought too many basses last year and I need to clear space and refill my bank account! This bass sounds and plays beautifully. It has a clear, focused sound. Each note seems to...
  32. 1954 Kay
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    For sale 1954 Kay

    1954 Kay upright bass in great condition. Recently set up by Zach Lane in Brooklyn. He installed a Fishman full-circle, put in a new endpin, and strung it up with Spiro mittels. Tailpiece, bridge, fingerboard, neck all original. The case I can include is not good quality, just something to get...
    $3,000.00
  33. ZNG

    SOLD 1954 Kay

    1954 Kay upright bass in great condition. Recently set up by Zach Lane in Brooklyn. He installed a Fishman full-circle, put in a new endpin, and strung it up with Spiro mittels. Tailpiece, bridge, fingerboard, neck all original. The case I can include is not good quality, just something to get...
  34. 1963 Kay C1
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    For sale 1963 Kay C1

    1963 Kay C1 with a brand new bridge and aluminum bridge adjusters. Also brand new is the 1/2” ebony fingerboard, as well as the sound post. Other than some minor chipping around the edges, the bass is in excellent shape and has a lot of life left in her! It did recently suffer the classic break...
    $2,500.00
  35. Matt Quinones

    SOLD 1963 Kay C1

    1963 Kay C1 with a brand new bridge and aluminum bridge adjusters. Also brand new is the 1/2” ebony fingerboard, as well as the sound post. Other than some minor chipping around the edges, the bass is in excellent shape and has a lot of life left in her! It did recently suffer the classic break...
  36. 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
  37. 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...
  38. ninobassuru

    Double Bass Mastri Double Basses

    Hi, i'm looking for a new double bass, good quality hybrid or affordable fully carved. I'll be in Germany this year and looking on the web I found Bassico store in Munich have this Mastri Basses, German made, that seems trustworthy and for a good price. Anyone own one of this basses or have...
    • ninobassuru
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    • bass basses carved doublebass fully carved mastri plywood
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    • Forum: Basses [DB]
  39. King Mortone Serial #3233 (Mid-60's?)
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    For sale King Mortone Serial #3233 (Mid-60's?)

    Hi Everyone, I have a King Mortone for sale. I'm not incredibly familiar with the history but a quick internet search yielded the following information. What I do know is it is a cannon! This sucker is loud. I don't need to use an amp at times with this thing. Alas, it is too big for me. I...
    $1,700.00
  40. koricancowboy

    SOLD King Mortone Serial #3233 (Mid-60's?)

    Hi Everyone, I have a King Mortone for sale. I'm not incredibly familiar with the history but a quick internet search yielded the following information. What I do know is it is a cannon! This sucker is loud. I don't need to use an amp at times with this thing. Alas, it is too big for me. I...
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