Double Bass Sales

Recently made, fully carved Italian bass, Gamba model. Ebony fingerboard, Thomastik Spirocore strings, Rubner Tuning Machines. Body lenght: 115 cm, string-lenght 105 cm. The instrument looks really beautiful and sounds great, additionally we can provide a personalized setup.

Certification: Valuation document (2015)

A wonderful instrument very good both for solo and orchestra playing , Large and round sound and easy to play. string length 105,5 cm It's already been used in orchestra and for some solos, the bass is now in Milan please contact me for any further information. and more pics.

Certification: Original Label inside and certification

Up for sale is a very beautiful original Pierre Vidoudez bass bow. This bow has no damage or repairs.

Certification: Certificate of Authenticity by violin maker.

Fitted with a Roger Dawson C extension. No issues, very good sounding instrument and great value for money. Home trial possible by arrangement.

Certification: Comes with certificate of authenticity.

A superb one off big 3/4 handcarved from the recently deceased Ken Miller.A long time player of 50years,then his passion went into making only a few handcarved instruments,with Italian methods,spruce,maple and poplar, And hand tools.The result was very good sounding bass,and strongly built with a good projection.LB68 UB50 Depth 22.5cm scale 104cm total length 183cm. Superb English handmade bass and totally unique Will ship abroad at cost.and based in kent thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Certification,photos,and details on request

Old rare instrument,believed to be Dutch from previous owner.nicely made with minimal repairs.very light instrument with a powerful smooth tone.after a professional set up this bass will sound incredible.lovely machine heads and very good condition for an old instrument.LB64 UB50 depth 21cm scale 104cm total length 185cm.tight grained spruce and maple back and sides.will ship abroad at cost and new owners risk.based in Kent . Unmatchable priced instruments at thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Photos and details on request

excellent Italian bass, built by Gabriele Pareschi in Piacenza 1978 versatile instrument, orchestra , soloists, jazz... the sides and the back are in poplar dimensions: total lenght : 179,00 cm upper bouts : 50,00 cm lower bouts : 65,00 cm body lenght : 108,00 cm up side : 21,00 cm lower Side : 23,00 cm string length vibrating : 105,5 cm

Certification: Certification, photos, details, Label inside the box, on request

This was Ken millers personal bass.The instrument is fully hand carved by himself.He played for fifty years,but has sadly recently passed away.This is a totally unique London bass with superb tone and playability.This type of bass is the future English classic investment.spruce front,maple sides,poplar flat back with taper to top,few knocks around her.Scale 104cm LB68 UB48 depth21 violin cornered. Will ship abroad,and based in Kent. thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Certification,photos,details on request

Absolutely beautiful handmade instrument,made by an English luthier from London.spruce front with maple back,sides and neck,with slight flaming.The instrument sounds lovely with a lowish action,and adjustable bridge.very unique double bass with stunning looks and playability.LB65cm UB49 depth 21cm scale 107cm total length 187cm waist 33cm.ebony and lovely scroll.fitted with Bel canto strings. Will ship abroad at cost.based in Kent.

Certification: Labelled,with photos and details on request

Vend Archet de contrebasse de très belle signature ayant appartenu à un contrebassiste de l'O.N.B.A., il est actuellement en dépôt chez un Maître Luthier : baguette de forme ronde en bois de Pernambouc*, monté d'une hausse en ébène et maillechort signé Emile OUCHARD. Dimensions de la pointe au bouton : 68,8 cm

Certification: cf. signature sur une des photos

Gorgeous big Swellback with Italian styling.cannot put a date or maker.has an Italian label,but I do not think original.The instrument is very nicely made and unique.powerful and lovely tone.with a professional set up,this instrument will make jaws drop.LB67cm UB47cm depth22cm total length 186cm scale 104cm.tightgrained spruce and maple back and sides.very impressive bass. Will ship abroad and based in Kent.The finest instruments Money can buy. thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Photos and details on request

Nicely shaped vintage double bass.beautiful deep brown red varnish.very light and beautifully made.flat back with slight slope to top.she really is an attractive instrument.I think the first to view will buy her.with a professional set up she will sound wonderful.LB64cm UB50cm scale 104cm total length 184cm.will ship anywhere at new owners risk.based in Kent thedoublebassroom.com Beautiful scroll

Certification: Photos and details on request

Beautiful instrument made by the esteemed T&G Martin father and son luthiers. Bought as new 6 years ago and hardly played in, so it's still like new. Warm, deep tone, fine clarity and plenty of volume as you'd expect. All exquisitely finished, all original (solid wood, scroll, tuners, neck, bridge and so on). French bow, bow quiver (see pictures), Wilde+Spieth performing stool, soft gig bag all included.

Certification: Original invoice / paperwork.

Unique opportunity to own a unique instrument made by the recently deceased Ken Miller who played for 50years then decided to make purely double basses.everything is handcarved and constructed to Italian methods using spruce front,maple sides and a poplar back.excellent tone and projection,new thomastiks fitted.scale 105cm LB67 depth23cm total length 185cm.will ship abroad.based in Kent. Excellent investment. thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Labelled,and proof of maker, Photos and details on request

French pattern double bass bow made in Germany, restored and rehaired to a high standard by Alessandra Paradiso (Edinburgh) in August 2016. The stick is Pernambuco and is 695mm in length excluding the screw. The bow weighs 146g.

Certification: Not available

I am reluctantly selling this bass which is similar to the Martin 3/4 bass but with a narrower upper bout for improved playability. SL 102cm, LoB 107cm, UB 49.5cm, LB 67cm. I purchased the bass new at the end of last year and it has been lightly gigged. It has an even, balanced and clear tone which will improve with playing. Strung with SpiroMitts and fitted with Full Circle pickup. Original bridge available to be re-fitted. It's a lovely bass, typical of the Martins' work.

Certification: Label inside

Stunning instrument with a lovely voice.beautifully made and in lovely condition.straight grained spruce with a double purfling.a master luthier instrument ready for professional works.LB70cm UB52cm depth21.5cm body length 113cm total length 186cm scale102cm.flat back with slight taper to top.top quality maple throughout.will ship abroad, And based in Kent. thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Labelled.photos and details on request

Im selling this french Double Bass bow attributed to Rudolf Riedl, built ca 1980. Powerful bow made in flamed pernanbucco wood. Can be brought to Amsterdam or Stockholm or be sent to anywhere in Europe. The bow is in great condition and has been regularly looked after by Junemann, Amsterdam. Please dont hesitate to contact me for more information, either on e-mail or Whatsapp/phone.

Certification: Not available

Probably the finest collection of master luthier instruments in one room, At an unmatchable price. English,Italian,Czech,German,French,Hungarian. Early 19th century to 20th century,mostly professionally set up and unique.prices starting at £2995-£4500 majority More rare basses arriving shortly.please mail or call for a visit. And I will ship anywhere abroad at cost. Based in Kent. 3/4 and 4/4 available.

Certification: Photos and details on request

Hawks Professor with label. Recently fully restored. Message me for more pictures and details of restoration.

Certification: Labelled and written appraisal.

I am selling my beloved German Bass, is in excellent condition for its age, the varnish is original, the neck is made of birdseye maple. Bridge and set up by Roger Dawson. C extension by Lawrence Dixon. The instrument has a very rich, sweet tone and sings very well specially in the upper register, worth to try it as no many German Basses sound like this one.

Certification: Not available

Bass by Joseph Hill c1750. In good condition and with a very fine scroll. String Length 106cm. Length of Back 119cm.

Certification: Not available

Electrric upright by Mo Clifton. 40.75 string length. Removable contour supports. With neck removed (6 bolts) hav travelled hand luggage with this. More photos available on request.

Certification: Mo Clifton

Vends contrebasse Mathieu Mayoux année 2013. Epaules larges, diapason 105.

Certification: contactez moi pour plus de détails

Double bass made in Cologne, Germany around early to mid 1900's. It's in great condition and has a nice darker sound. It has the typical outside linings (along the outer ribs) and interesting shaped tuners (eye shaped). It has a flat back style construction which slopes inward towards the butt of the neck. The slightly wider shoulders help give it a bigger, warm sound. Make a holiday in the Caribbean and take home this jewel.

Certification: Not available

French pattern double bass bow marked "Fornaciari Jr". Pernambuco stick, rehaired and serviced by Stephen Thompson of London in July 2016. Supple and easy to play.

Certification: Not available

C19 flat back German double bass with fingerboard extension. Regularly played with a mature full tone. Set up and maintained by Roger Dawson, last serviced September 2015 by Thwaites. Used professionally.

Certification: Not available

A very nice bass made by an unknown luthier in Hungary (probably, quite recently), in perfect condition, warm and powerful tone, adjustable bridge, Spirocores, string length 106 cm (quite a big bass), professionally set up in the UK, ready to play! Perfect for an orchestra musician, so as for a jazz player needing a bigger traditional sound. Currently owned by a serious pro player. Located near Taunton (Somerset).

Certification: N/A

Beautiful handmade instrument last working in a Hungarian orchestra.She sounds fantastic and so easy to play.just had thomastiks bass orchestra strings fitted.scale 103cm LB66cm UB47 depth23cm body length109cm.very strong stand and massive projection.perfect for classical or jazz.Willship abroad.based in Kent. thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Photos and details on request

Superb instrument,with massive projection and a glorious tone.beautifully made bass in excellent condition coming from the mid 19th century.professionally set up and ready for top orchestral or jazz.LB65cm UB54cm scale 105cm depth 22cm total length 180cm body 105cm.will ship abroad Great investment and more photos on request.based in Kent thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Details and photos on request

Truly stunning instrument of birds eye maple and finest grained spruce dating from early 19th century.one of the finest basses I have heard and seen.a one only fully restored masterpiece of incredible tone and projection.i will ship abroad as safely as possible.scale 104cm depth 22cm UB53cm LB65 total length 184cm.based in Kent. thedoublebassroom.co.uk

Certification: Details and photos on request

Stunning master luthier instrument in total original condition and no repairs.She is very light and has a lovely slender neck.lovely tone and easy playing.very rare in this condition,and labelled with date.LB64cm UB53 scale 104cm depth21cm total length 185cm.amazing instrument for the price.will ship abroad and based in Kent. thedoublebassroom.com thedoublebassroom.co.uk

Certification: Labelled and dated,details on request

Outstanding handcarved double bass,about a century old,and in remarkable condition.The instrument was fully repaired,serviced,and set up in 2013 by Brigewood&Neitzert .Comes with optional c extension.superb tone,volume and projection.flat back,slight taper to top.Scale 106cm LB63 UB53 cm total length 185cm depth 21cm.Unmissable instrument,will ship abroad. Based in Kent . thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Label and receipt.details on request

This bass is probably Hungarian and looks like a smaller copy of a John Lott model. No label can be seen inside. Its 3/4 size makes it very easy to travel with. The string length is 41" (104 cm). It is very easy to play, has a warm and projective sound and has been used for freelancing in London. It is suitable for both orchestral and jazz playing. Please contact me for further details. You are most welcome to come and try the bass in London. The price is GBP 3300, or nearest offer.

Certification: Not available

A Wonderful Pöllmann Bass of 1996 built By Michael Kramer. 104cm String Lenght. Please contact me for the price.

Certification: Label Inside as per Pöllmann Making.

Stunning violin cornered instrument of superb build quality and beautiful tone.The bass is in faultless condition,with a beautiful arched back and stunning original machine heads.A top of the range rare bass ready for all works.violin grained front,maple back and sides.SCALE 104cm LB68 UB51 body 112cm depth 21.5cm.total 185cm.Will Ship Abroad. Please visit thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Details on request

Luciano Golia doublebass in the Catalin Rotaru Model 2014.

Certification: Certificate of origin written by the maker

diapason 105cm fascia sup.18cm fascia inf.19,5cm lunghezza piano arm.109cm

Certification: Not available

A beautiful example of a bow by T. H. Pfretzschner made around 1940/50. This bow is in excellent condition, is newly rehaired and is stamped on the stick, with the distinctive Pfretzschner shield also stamped on the frog. It weighs around 120g, the stick length is 72cm and the hair length is 58cm. The total length of the bow is 77cm. It is a fine example of a bow by another member of the great Pfretzschner dynasty. It currently resides just outside London, England.

Certification: Stamped with the maker's name on the stick and with the Pfretzschner shield on the frog.

A fine old double bass with an amazing sound full of power. The double bass is suitable for professional musician and professional bass playing for solo or orchersta. It is in original condition with some well repaired cracks. No cracks in the soundpost area. The scroll is grafted. A very fine work with a good choice of wood and in all essential parts original. Upper Bout: 52,5 cm Back Length: 115,5 cm Center Bout: 36,5 cm Belly Length: 115 cm Bottom Bout: 70,5 cm String Length: 107 cm

Certification: Not available

I am selling this really rather nice bow by P W BRYANT. The bow is clearly stamped on the stick and has the typical angled corner to the frog. The bow is in excellent condition. It boasts a lovely new rehair! And it really could do with a new home. Stick, exc. screw is 678mm in length and the bow weighs 134g. The bow is in St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK. Also for sale are the following: Littig Adamer 684mm, 132g, £1550 English 'utility' bow 672mm, 137g, £850 Chinese bow 694mm, 134g, £275

Certification: Not available

Made by Jaap Bolink (1989), one of the Netherlands’ most renowned contemporary luthiers. Made of the finest tonewoods, the sides and back are made of very beautifully flamed maple, and the top is made of finely grained spruce. It was designed with ergonomics in mind, so it is very easy to play and has a big resonant tone. String length 106 cm, Body length 114cm, Depth upper half 19cm, Depth lower half 22cm, Endpin is angled, Rabath/Tortelier style

Certification: Not available

5 streng made to 4. Was played many years in orchestra. Quality sound both arco and pizz. Streng length: 103 cm

Certification: Label inside

Beautiful old German bass made of flamed maple back and sides. Gamba shape and flat back. The bass plays very easily and has a beautifull warm sound. For a viewing you can contact me in The Hague or Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The bass has been appraised by luthier Harry Jansen in Amsterdam for € 10000. UB 50,5 cm LB 64,5 cm waist 35 cm depth 20 cm scale 105 cm.

Certification: Written appraisel by Harry Jansen

Italian 1987 from Fratelli Sirleto luthiers, Naples. Front straight-grained spruce, ribs and backs of matching lightly figured maple. Light golden-brown oil varnish. This is a very lively and responsive instrument with even tone across the range. Great for arco and pizz. Flat back Gamba shape. String length 105cm. New fingerboard and full setup Nov 2015. Thomastik Spirocore Mittel strings. The instrument is in very good condition with few signs of wear. Based in Worthing

Certification: Labelled ‘Fratelli Sirleto 1987 Napoli’ internally and stamped on the button. Valuation 2014

Very old mater luthier bass coming from the Prague region.The instrument sounds stunning with a deep mellow tone.professionally set up with handmade bridge and new premium strings.original beech fingerboard replaced with high grade ebony.scale 107cm LB65 UB53 D22 total length 188cm superb original condition with no disappointments will ship abroad and based in Kent.

Certification: Instrument has labelling and dating to inside left

Beautifully made violin cornered double bass.The instrument was specially made for a certain musician.perfectly sculpted with a superb sound and tone wood.The Swellback is lovely and the first to view will want this instrument.made in London England.LB65 cm UB48 waist 33cm depth21 scale 108cm body length 111cm total length 188cm. Based in Kent and will ship abroad. thomastik belcanto strings just fitted.

Certification: Instrument is dated and labelled Details on request

Magnificent, large 3/4 size orchestral double bass with violin corners. Front is of solid hand-carved spruce, the maple sides and back have a highly attractive flaming; the grain of the wood is absolutely stunning. Top quality everything, special machine heads, a, new ebony fingerboard, Belcanto strings, high quality bridge and the best German endpin, also a unique ‘C Extension’ with four ‘turnbuckle’ clips. Email for dimensions and further info.

Certification: Not available

Stunning 3/4 busan style handmade master luthier instrument.violin grain spruce table with finest maple sides and back.This instrument really is superb and of premium quality.LB 70 UB52 D22 waist 40 scale length 104cm body length 115cm.condition of instrument is excellent.will ship abroad, and based in Kent. Other unmatchable priced basses at. thedoublebassroom.com

Certification: Instrument dated and labelled Details on request.

excellent Italian bass in perfect condition. Built in 1937 , with corners flatback violin , string length 107 hot and even sound , very loud and very powerful great gameplay . versatile instrument orchestra , soloists and chamber music appearances. Location: Cardona (Barcelona )

Certification: Not available

A very nice bass, professionally set up in the UK, great for non amplified gigs, too! Quite a large instrument (4/4 I'd say), string length 106 cm. Adjustable bridge (brass adjusters), Thomastik Spirocore strings. Excellent condition. Located in Taunton (Somerset). Do not hesitate to contact me for more information.

Certification: N/A

Hello, I have a beautiful bass made in 2008 from french renowned luthier Christian Laborie. Healthy instrument very easy to play in all register (104cms string length). There is a second endpin for the Rabbath system, new bridge and soundpost. The bass is in Paris Montmartre, you're welcomed to play it. Price negociable.

Certification: I have document from Laborie.

Hello, I'm selling a wonderful bass, which is powerful and warm for the orchestra and jazz. I'm the first owner of this beauty made in 2010 by renowned luthier Christian Laborie. I used to play it with gut strings in fifth tuning for historical performances and also for jazz, metal strings sounds very good on it too. There is a normal endpin and also a Rabbath one. The bass is currently in Paris Montmartre. You're welcome to see and play the bass. Please ask for more details or pictures.

Certification: I have the original receipt from Laborie.

This 4-stringed instrument was built in 2008 for a small person, who wanted a wonderful sound for solo and good playability. Scale length is 101 cm. It is absolutely intact. Feel free to play it in Berlin. We can discuss the price

Certification: I still have Stefan Krattenmachers invoice, his name is written in the instrument and the looks are obviously Krattenmacher made

A lovely contemporary hand made Hungarian instrument, professionally set up in the UK. Highly playable, great for chamber music, solo performances and jazz. String length - 104 cm. Located in Somerset.

Certification: N/A

Probably the finest selection of unique handmade master luthier basses in one room! All my instruments are from Europe or England,and are unmatchable, dates of basses starting from around 1820 to modern day and priced so every musician can afford a master luthier instrument.please look at my website thedoublebassroom.co.uk thedoublebassroom.com I really do not think you will find a better double bass for the price Will ship anywhere in the world , and based in Kent Absolute incredible basses

Certification: Details on request

VERY BIG 5 string German bass from 1841. Gamba corners. New hand crafted tuners to replace non-original set. Had a fairly recent neck graft that reduced the string length. Measurements are: string length 109, length of table 120, ribs 23, top bout 55.5, lower bout 76. Can be seen in London.

Certification: Signed inside on belly- Ferdinand Seitz Mittenwald 1841

Large 3/4 (or 7/8) size, Flat Back, Top made from mountain spruce. Back,sides and neck from well flamed maple. String Length: 105cm, Excellent condition HUGE TONE!! Ideal for Orchestral (Section) Work as well as a Jazz bass in an unamplified setting(although sounds great with all high quality piezos!), Thick foam padded case included! For more info/pictures please contact!

Certification: Not available

Brilliant 'workhorse' bass -it will happily cope with any musical situation you throw at it! It has a lovely full tone, nice and even across the range and responds well both arco and pizz. German/ Czech made with a spruce front, carved maple back, maple ribs and neck and an ebony fingerboard. The bass has been fully checked 'prior to sale' by a specialist and other than a couple of minor adjustments everything was found to be in tiptop condition. String length 105cm, l.o.b 109cm.

Certification: More details and photos on request!

Lovely handmade instrument last used in orchestral works.flamed maple and deep bodied with sloping shoulders.beautiful tone and powerful,with a tight straight grained spruce front.perfect for classical or jazz.UB47 LB65 depth23cm scale 102cm total length 185cm body 111cm perfect order . Will ship abroad and based in Kent. Master luthier basses at unmatchable prices thedoublebassroom.com thedoublebassroom.co.uk

Certification: details on request

LOB 117cm. String stop 107cm. Large 5/4 double bass with five strings. German/Eastern European made, flat back, with dark varnish. The bass is in full playing order and in very good condition. Powerful orchestral sound and a very strong upper range for a very big bass. I used it through my college studies and have played it in a few professional orchestras. Distinctive very large scroll. The instrument is in north-west England but could also easily be brought to London for viewings.

Certification: Insurance valuation from 2009

Walnut flatback, Gamba corners, 'Baroque' F-hole, String Length 106cm. Chromatic C-extension - easy to remove, no screws, no holes - by Tom Barrett. I won an audition with the Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse with this bass in 2011. Dark rich sound, great projection and balance through registers. Please see Nick Lloyd's website for info on his work. Tim Cobb, principal bass of NYPhil recently bought a Lloyd. Available to view in Toulouse centre.

Certification: Maker's Label

French Bow by Reid Hudson. Visually striking with horn frog mounted with gold, Vigneron stick, tourte head and imitation whale bone lapping. Relatively long at 70cm, 62.5cm useable hair. 140gm with good weight in the tip. I believe it was one of the last two made with a horn frog. In need of a rehair and leather lapping, hence slightly reduced price but otherwise great condition.

Certification: Letters and pictures from Reid Hudson on the making process to the bassist who commissioned it

Stunning instrument which has just had a 7 month restoration and set to a professional standard.Birds eye maple back and sides,and finely grained spruce front.This instrument sounds perfect and is a real investment.LB65 UB53 D22 scale 104cm. thedoubleroom.com thedoublebassroom.co.uk. For more photos, A must view double bass. Based in kent

Certification: details on request

Beautiful original 3/4 instrument coming from the Tyrol region and made by a good luthier.The instrument is professionally set up.superb tone and easy to play.top quality throughout.LB 66cm ÜB 54 body length 114 total length 181cm scale 104cm. Will ship abroad and may take p/ex. thedoublebassroom.co.uk. For more rare unique basses. Based in kent

Certification: details on request

A lovely small three-quarter sized German bass. Flat back, dark brown varnish, smooth machine heads and a slim neck. Thomastik superflex strings. Refurbished in the mid 90s and has been with me since then. Would suit a student or adult amateur, well looked after and in good condition; easy to play and well set up. Try outs welcome by arrangement: York, UK.

Certification: Insurance valuation from 1996.

3 string with 4th string added (see photograph). Circa 1900. Rare example of highly sought after bass. Sold as seen. Slight damage to edges. No cracks in body or neck. See photographs for measurements. More photographs on request.

Certification: Not available

Beautiful 20th century double bass - a must see! Once owned by jazz musician Tony Archer. Solid back and front, swell back, adjustable bridge (plus spare bridge included), grade 1 ebony fingerboard, decent end pin, steel strings and a big sound. Great for pizzicato and bowing. Comes complete with an EVR soft case included.

Certification: Last valued in September 2015 by Martin Penning luthiers in Frome. Have Tony Archer leather name plate from previous case.

Beautifully restored instrument of birds eye maple and tight grained straight spruce made by a good luthier after the war and recently restored to a high standard.The instrument is faultless and sounds lovely,ready for top classical works or professional jazz. The tone wood is stunning.scale length 102cm. I will ship anywhere in the world at cost.please look at other lovely instruments at unmatchable prices. thedoublebassroom.co.uk thedoublebassroom.com based in Kent.

Certification: details on request

An excellent small 3/4 bass, 40 inch string length. Wonderful dark tone, and amazing playability. It is a perfect soloist's bass, but the low register is surprisingly large for its size; it also has a C extension by Gage. Appraised at 22k and 25k. Played in the Richmond Symphony Orchestra for years.

Certification: Original label, appraisal by David Gage.

German double bass, circa 1840, recently set up, appraised and valued. Plays really well and sounds excellent. Good condition for its age. It has picked up a couple of cracks to the rear panel during its long life, but these have been repaired and do not affect the sound at all. The rear panel is flat, 2-piece maple and the body is even-grained spruce. Any questions, please ask and I'll do my best to answer. More photos available on request.

Certification: Written appraisal and valuation carried out during recent set-up. Available on request to interested buyers.

Bass made in 2011 and based on the outline of a Wiliam Tarr. Built to a high standard and truly handmade. Each and every aspect of the making of this bass was done by hand without the use of machinery and using traditional techniques as practiced by the masters. The large body viol outline gives this bass good volume. Lovely bottom end though also well defined in the high to mid range. The neck is a pleasure to play and the bass has been well set up with Pirastro Obligato strings.

Certification: Labelled by the maker and certificate of authenticity available.

Romanian double bass, made 1995. Nice outline and a tastefull scroll. Beautifully figured sides and fully carved back. A relatively close grained spruce has been used for the top. Set up to a high standard this bass plays well and sounds great. Please contact for full details.

Certification: The original label was gone from this bass by the time I bought it though I bought it from the original owner. It is a good example of a nice bass from this area.

A very good Eastern European double bass made for Tom Martin 18 years ago. Tom has had this as a second bass and loan bass that he has lent to students over the years. It is very easy to play and is well set up. The wood is beautiful and the model is very well sized for all kinds of playing.

Certification: Thomas Martin Certificate available.

Late 19th Century German four string bass, Yellowish Varnish, slight swell back, recently renovated, new end pin, adjustable bridge, machines and strings. The bass has had some major restoration work on the front, all restored to a high standard, Good tone for the type of instrument esp on the bottom of the bass. Would be ideal for amateur or student wanting a "real" bass for the first time. situated in NW England but can travel for viewing if needs be.

Certification: None available