Phatbottom

I plumped for the Archer, got it with a bundle for £1100 in the end - quite happy with it: • Double Bass + Bow (3/4 made by Archer) • Soft Case (Roth & Junius BSB-01 3/4 DB/BK Bass Soft Bag) • Strings (Pirastro Evah Pirazzi - 1.5 years old) • Electronic Pick up (Shadow SH965 NFX-B Double Bass PU) • Amplifier (TC Electronic BG250-208) • The Double Bass has also been professionally set up by a Luthier

Thanks for the comments, yes that is the bass - all solid wood as opposed to laminate. Please excuse my ignorance of correct terminology. I am informed it has been professionally set up by a luthier. Still none the wiser, will be gut feel thing I think. The seller can demo it

Yes, many thanks for the intro Mr Ray

Hi folks, I am looking to expand my horizons from EB to DB. I have read a few threads here and understand they are pricey and variable in quality, especially the more affordable new ones, so am thinking of going second hand to hopefully get better price/performance. I have been offered an all-solid Archer which was £1300 new three years ago and is in very good condition. Question is, how much do they depreciate? I can’t find any comparables to judge its current value. Thanks in advance for any insights you can offer.