Hidersine Vivente 3/4 Double Bass, £950

This is an excellent student instrument. I bought it new from Tim Toft's Luthiers of Stone, Staffordshire in 2017, costing £1700. Since then I have upgraded it with a sturdier endpin. It is strung with Evah Pirazzi strings. I play classical bass on it but it would work equally well for jazz. Post grade 6 I have upgraded my instrument which is why I am selling. It is in good condition, just has some scuff marks to the varnish.

It's enjoyable to play and works particularly well in the higher registers. I am in Whaley Bridge which is just off the A6 and not far from Manchester.

Price includes new soft case plus a beginner German bow.

Certification: The instrument was set up by Tim Toft of Stone, Staffordshire, from whom it was purchased (new) in 2017.