27 frets

Hi Vauxhall Zafira - MkII version (now superceded by MkIII, so some new ones of these possibly still around, and heavily discounted) masses of space: my full size DB fits comfortably down the middle on its side, with space for one rear seat up, and space for stool, bag and a smallish amp in the boot.. A 3/4 size bass would possibly even allow 2 rear seats up with bass down the middle

I've been using EP Weichs too - nice clear tone for arco, not too bright, but on my bass pizzicato on E string is perhaps a little quiet

[quote name='SevenSeas' timestamp='1382427676' post='2251885'] Hey everyone, Looking at a new double bass bag, it needs to be a full size bass bag 4/4. I have used Gewa before and they're nice bags but in my honest opinion I don't know if they're padded enough! (Annoyingly they're well priced but having a decent case is crucial) Anyway using the Jaegar? [url="http://www.thomann.de/gb/jaeger_kontrabasstasche_44.htm"]http://www.thomann.d...sstasche_44.htm[/url] Really expensive but are they that much better than other cases? (Soundwear 4.4) [url="http://www.thomann.de/gb/soundwear_performer_3244_blue.htm"]http://www.thomann.d...r_3244_blue.htm[/url] [/quote] How about Gedo Musik:[url="http://www.gedo-musik.de/shop/product.php?id_product=772"]http://www.gedo-musi...?id_product=772[/url] or [url="http://www.gedo-musik.de/shop/product.php?id_product=168"]http://www.gedo-musik.de/shop/product.php?id_product=168[/url]

[quote name='ubassman' timestamp='1365202462' post='2036835'] CAPTION? [/quote] And this is what I found at the top of the beanstalk - bringing it down was a bit tricky though!

[quote name='ubassman' timestamp='1364383198' post='2025610'] Thought i would just start a lighthearted 'caption' thread ....here are some images found on-line . The idea is to chip in with alternative captions and add new photos ! ( found these by Googling Double Bass + adding a word ! ). "...now just got to reach up and get that end pin extended!" [/quote] "McCartney violin bass reissue goes awry after manufacturer uses measurements in inches rather than centimetres" OR "Dobby the house elf regrets standing in on bass for Hagrid in Hogwarts School Beatles tribute act"

[quote name='DaveFry' timestamp='1364067670' post='2021632'] Ho ho , reminded me of ; [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPFwpjkJYsc[/media] [/quote] Must feel deflated at the end of a gig!

PMed

[quote name='gypsyjazzer' timestamp='1363279146' post='2010978'] Does anyone know where I can obtain [b]aircraft stranded stainless steel cable[/b] in the UK --for fixing DB tailpiece to end pin? [/quote] Why not just buy a tailpiece wire? e.g. [url="http://www.thestringzone.co.uk/wittner-ultra-stainless-steel-double-bass-tailpiece-wire"]http://www.thestringzone.co.uk/wittner-ultra-stainless-steel-double-bass-tailpiece-wire[/url] Full size version also available, if not from this supplier, then elsewhere. Wouldn't recommend nylon versions - tend to snap

[quote name='itsat34' timestamp='1363600083' post='2014418'] Hi folks As a new EUB owner, I want to get the basics of posture, fingering, etc right to start with. Can anyone out there rcommend Double Bass Tutors in Essex in the Chelmsford area? Cheers [/quote] +1 for Bilbo's reply. Tony Hougham taught me - he's in Great Baddow. Tony is a top classical DB player (Royal Opera House, Covent Garden and tutoring at various colleges), but I know he's also taught Jazz players. Not sure what he'd make of EUB though. Depending on what you're looking for, I could possibly give some pointers on basic upright bass technique

[quote name='fatback' timestamp='1356961334' post='1915616'] I've got one of these, and good players who have tried it say it's excellent for the money. [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Top-Model-Carbon-Fiber-Double-Bass-Bow-French-/150580744560?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Sting_Instruments&hash=item230f4fd170"]http://www.ebay.co.u...=item230f4fd170[/url] Posted from China, but arrived very quickly. You might want to check out Rabbath's Art of the Bow video, if you can get it. Very helpful (although I can't imagine what t would take to get me bowing reliably. ) [/quote] +1 on the French Carbon Fibre bow from YitaMusic, they also do a German model, and similar bows of a slightly lower spec.

Handel's[i] The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba[/i] is a popular piece, enjoyable to play, but not particularly difficult on bass - mainly quavers whilst higher strings play semiquavers

Hi Depending on type, Gedo basses come from different sources. When I bought mine (fully carved, solid wood model - which is what yours appears to be), I was told that: "First of all, we are working as wholesaler since 1964 in Germany and export to more than 70 countries around the globe. Right, the cheapest one (approx. 450 Pounds) is all laminate construction, but with proper ebony fingerboards the basses are Made in China and Korea - finishing will be made by our own workshop with 3 violin-makers. We generally use "normal" steel strings and bridges to be fitted by ourselves. If you have special requests for better grade, etc., we would be glad to have your corresponding disposal. Basses in the range of Pounds 630-650 are Made in Korea and Czech, same with the bridge, solid spruce top, ebony fingerboard. The solid models are Made in Czech and improved by our workshop. They are delivered with German fingerboards."

Hi Gedo Musik who sell a lot of basses on eBay also do cases: [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Gedo-Online-Musikshop/_i.html?_fsub=7"]http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Gedo-Online-Musikshop/_i.html?_fsub=7[/url] Though based in Germany, they will respond to email queries in English, and shippnig to UK is prompt. My Gedo bass came with a 'Tim Hendson' branded case, which has been fine, though some of the clips on the shoulder carrying straps have now bent a bit, making them rather insecure. It looks like they have switched to their own brand cases, with the rucksack-type shoulder carrting straps stitched on, and wheels added on some cases - so probably an improvement.

Hi I've tended to use one of the cheap slot-in bridge piezos from eBay, but as I don't need huge volume (I play in Church), I've just ordered this clamp-on condensor to see if it gives a more natural tone: [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140422452918&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:GB:1123"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140422452918&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:GB:1123[/url] It looks identical to this one from Studiospares (currently out-of-stock) [url="http://www.studiospares.com/mics-instrument/studiospares-s150-miniature-instrument-mic/invt/449180/"]http://www.studiospares.com/mics-instrument/studiospares-s150-miniature-instrument-mic/invt/449180/[/url] but even with postage, it's only just over half the price! I'm not sure if the bass response will be that strong, but it's worth a try for the price. Also need to work out where best to fix it, as foot of bridge may be too thick for the 13mm max clamp opening - might try fixing to the tailpiece, or further up the bridge, or under the centre of the bridge between the two feet - trial and error!

[quote name='J.R.Bass' post='1277254' date='Jun 21 2011, 04:15 PM']I know Harrison well, he studies at the RNCM (my uni) and he's an astounding double bass player. He's also Mark Basses youngest endorsee. You can check him here, [url="http://www.harrisonwood.com"]http://www.harrisonwood.com[/url] His list of work that he's done, people he's played with and his reputation really is amazing, and he's only 20 years old.[/quote] OK: Fair point about Harrison Wood - maybe it was the BGM people who messed up on the scale length in the technical spec, but I still don't get the bit about ebonised tuning pegs, whuich is included in the text and the technical spec (they look like typical chrome/brass machines to me), and it would still be a fairer review for readers if the Antoni had been a stock model, not one with a luthier upgrade costing half as much as the bass itself (or more).