Double Basses Archives - Bass Works Australia https://www.bassworks.com.au/product-category/instruments/double-basses/ Double Bass Tuition, Workshops, Repairs, Restoration, Sales and Accessories. Now also stocking other string instruments, including Cellos and Violins. Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:03:43 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 https://www.bassworks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/favicon.png Double Basses Archives - Bass Works Australia https://www.bassworks.com.au/product-category/instruments/double-basses/ 32 32 1/2 size Enrico Double Bass with solid top https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/1-2-size-enrico-double-bass-with-solid-top-and-back/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:57:30 +0000 https://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=7066 For a freight quote or to view this instrument please contact us. Email: info@bassworks.com.au or call (08) 8278 2016.

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]]> Enrico 1/2 size double bass with carved spruce top, ebony fingerboard and bass bag. It has been set up by BassWorks with D’Addario strings for easy playability.

This bass has been damaged around endpin in transit and repaired by Bassworks. Repair is guaranteed for 12 months. (Please see pic)

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]]> 1/4 Size Enrico Double Bass https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/1-4-size-enrico-double-bass/ Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:44:52 +0000 https://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=7061 Please contact us for a freight quote or to view this instrument. Email info@bassworks.com.au or call (08) 8278 2016

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]]> Enrico 1/4 laminated double bass with ebony fingerboard and bass bag. It has been set up by BassWorks with D’Addario strings for easy playability.

This bass has been damaged at neck heel in transit and repaired by Bassworks. Repair is guaranteed for 12 months.

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]]> 3/4 Double Bass Lachlan Parker A model https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/3-4-double-bass/ Thu, 17 Oct 2024 01:16:03 +0000 https://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=7031 For more information. to view, or to purchase this instrument please contact us on (08) 8278 2016.

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]]> Chinese made double bass with striking flamed maple back and sides, and a spruce top. This is a lightly built instrument ideal for gut or low tension strings. It has been set up by BassWorks for easy playability.

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]]> Old French 3/4 Double Bass – Peter McLachlan’s Private Collection https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/old-french-3-4-double-bass-peter-mclachlans-private-collection/ Thu, 17 Oct 2024 01:04:22 +0000 https://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=7004 This is an old French made double bass, which has been part of Peter McLachlan's private collection for several decades. It was completely restored by BassWorks Australia, including a complete sand, re-varnish and polish. The restoration work gives it a unique look, with the history of the instrument still visible  despite the new smooth finish.  It has the rich, beautiful sound of an old, well played and seasoned instrument. Made with a spruce top and maple back and sides.

For more information. to view, or to purchase this instrument please contact us on (08) 8278 2016.

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]]> One of my favourite basses from the last 20 years. Unfortunately its not being played much at the moment and needs to go to a new caretaker. Restored by Ben McLachlan. D neck with 102cm stop. Includes cover.

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]]> 7/8 size Salieri Double Bass https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/4-4-size-salieri-double-bass/ Thu, 28 Nov 2019 07:02:34 +0000 https://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=4207 Specifications:
Spruce Top, Carved Maple back, Maple neck and sides, Solid Endpin, Ebony Tailpiece, Despiau Maple Bridge, Ebony Fingerboard, Inlaid Purfling, Medium to High Grade Flame, Oil Varnish.
Lower bout: 710mm
Upper bout: 545mm
Strings length: 1120mm

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]]> Benjamin King 1/16 size Double Bass – with included soft bag https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/benjamin-king-1-16-size-double-bass-with-included-soft-bag/ Thu, 03 Oct 2019 03:23:59 +0000 https://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=4111 Option 2 is adding a semi hard case with wheels instead of the soft cover. Total for bass and case is $2195

This bass has a solid spruce top, and laminated back and sides, with an ebony fingerboard and d’addario strings.

Specifically designed for young players, and ideal for beginners, this bass has been professionally set up in our workshop for optimised sound and easy playability.

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]]> Benjamin King 1/10-size Double Bass – with included cello Hard Bag. https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/1-10-benjamin-king-double-bass-with-included-cello-hard-bag/ Wed, 25 Sep 2019 04:37:27 +0000 https://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=4079 This Bass has a solid spruce top, and laminated back and sides, with an ebony fingerboard and D'Addario strings.

Specifically designed for young players, and ideal for beginners, this bass has been professionally set up in our workshop for optimised sound and easy playability.

The included hard bag retails at $369, and ensures the Bass is protected for transport and storage.

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]]> Preloved NS Design Upright Bass WAV5c Transparent Red https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/ns-design-double-bass-wav5c-transparent-red/ Thu, 06 Jun 2019 03:59:05 +0000 https://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=3909 FOR THE BASSIST ENTERING THE WORLD OF THE PURE ELECTRIC UPRIGHT, this instrument offers the combination of design, performance and affordability exceeding any other instrument in its class. True to the NS tradition, the WAV readily captures the essence of an acoustic, yet opens up a wide range of new possibilities. Please contact us for a freight quote and to purchase this product. Phone (08) 8278 2016 or email info@bassworks.com.au

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With electronics fully based around the NS patented Polar™ Pickup System, the WAV upright bass is available in 4 or 5 string models with several color choices to please the eye as well. The WAV proudly shares the same elegant, modern body design, ergonomics and performance support options of its companions in the NS line.

The WAV’s Polar pickup system includes a convenient toggle switch between Arco and Pizzicato mode. Use the Arco mode for a traditional acoustic response for either bowing and a percussive plucked sound, or switch to the Pizzicato mode for uniquely even and sustained plucked sound, opening up new dimensions to the sound pallet. The piezo-powered passive electronics deliver an amazingly natural tone with unlimited overhead for extraordinary performance without the need or hassle of batteries.

FEATURES

The solid maple body and neck with a graduated rosewood fingerboard, delivers the rich, full tone you expect from every NS Instrument. The WAV Series brings the same clarity and fullness with every note. Asymmetrical fingerboard relief and an adjustable bridge and two-way truss rod allow the player to tweak the neck relief and string heights to suit the music and personal playing style.

Compact and lightweight, the WAV Double Bass is an excellent instrument for musicians on the move. It comes equipped with a stand, and padded gig bag that carries the instrument with a handle and strap and includes separate pouch compartments for storing the stand, bow and accessories. The loaded gig bag will fit in the overhead compartment of most commercial aircraft. An optional hard-shell flight case is available for the WAV Double Bass.

NS Electric Strings and most traditional acoustic strings fit all NS Double Basses, allowing the player to select from a wide range, each with a unique sound and feel. In combination with the easy adjustment of basic set-up parameters, the WAV Series Bass is adaptable to virtually any style of music.

SPECIFICATIONS

LENGTH: 132 cm (52″)
WIDTH: 15 cm (6″)
THICKNESS: 10 cm (4″)
WEIGHT: 4-String 8lbs 12.8oz (4.0 kg); 5-String 9lbs (4.1 kg)
SCALE LENGTH: 106 cm (41.73″)
STRINGS: 4 or 5 (Low B). Compatible with most standard ¾ size double bass strings.
BODY/NECK: Solid, straight grain maple neck and body. Flame maple face on the Amberburst, Transparent Red, and Transparent Black models; Brilliant White model has solid maple.
FINGERBOARD: Asymmetric relief for easy playability in every position. Intonation referenced with cascading dot markers. Rosewood or Coform™.
TRUSS ROD: Two-way truss rod, accessible at neck.
TUNING HARDWARE: Fully encased worm gear tuners, black finish.
BRIDGE PICKUP: The Polar piezo pickup system responds selectively to either vertical vibration (for the sustained plucked sound, like an electric bass guitar), or lateral vibration (for dynamic bowing, and a percussive plucked sound).
ELECTRONICS & CONTROLS: Passive circuit with high impedance output, no batteries required. Volume control, tone control (treble roll off) and a switch to select between Arco and Pizzicato mode.

PERFORMANCE SUPPORT SYSTEMS

DOUBLE BASS TRIPOD STAND: WAV/NXT tripod stand is standard, black painted steel, fully adjustable height and instrument angle. Folds for easy storage and fits into the WAV gig bag. Weight 2.7 kg (6 lbs.).

GIG BAG: A padded gig bag is included as a standard accessory. It has a stand compartment, bow compartment, accessory pocket, handle and adjustable shoulder strap. Loaded weight is 11.2 kg (25 lbs.) including stand, and it fits in the overhead luggage compartment of most commercial aircraft.

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]]> Cao Scott Beijing, 2008 3/4 Double Bass C extension https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/cao-scott-beijing-2008-34-double-bass/ Thu, 09 Feb 2017 06:33:29 +0000 http://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=2787 A large 3/4 Master Double Bass by Scott Cao. Beautiful flamed maple back and sides. Tight grain spruce top. Ben Mclachlan extension fitted with 2 gates. High quality Despiau adjustable bridge, Wittner tailpiece, ULSA German endpin and Belcanto strings. Beautifully made instrument with high quality wood. Excellent sound Upper Bout Width         […]

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]]> A large 3/4 Master Double Bass by Scott Cao. Beautiful flamed maple back and sides. Tight grain spruce top. Ben Mclachlan extension fitted with 2 gates. High quality Despiau adjustable bridge, Wittner tailpiece, ULSA German endpin and Belcanto strings.

Beautifully made instrument with high quality wood. Excellent sound

Upper Bout Width         510
Lower Bout Width         690
Width at C Bout             380
String Length               1040
Length of Back             1100
Rib Depth                       210

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]]> McLachlan, Ben-Adelaide, SA 2015 1/2 Travel Double Bass https://www.bassworks.com.au/product/mclachlan-ben-adelaide-sa-2015-12-double-bass/ Thu, 15 Dec 2016 00:44:45 +0000 http://www.bassworks.com.au/?post_type=product&p=2734 A 1/2 sized double bass with a 104cm string length (3/4 bass string length) optimised for travel. It will either fit in a 1/2 size lightweight case or there is a detachable neck option and case. This idea started with a request from jazz bass player, Brett Hirst. We made him a bass and have […]

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]]> A 1/2 sized double bass with a 104cm string length (3/4 bass string length) optimised for travel. It will either fit in a 1/2 size lightweight case or there is a detachable neck option and case. This idea started with a request from jazz bass player, Brett Hirst. We made him a bass and have continued to experiment with the idea. The current version pictured here is Peter’s favourite bass for gigs and travel.

The double bass has solid flamed maple back and sides and a solid close grained spruce top, ebony fingerboard, raised saddle, Glasser carbon endpin, marvin tailpiece, and a removable scroll.

The body and neck are supplied by the Christopher workshop.

Available by commission.

Options

4/5 string option (which is changed in a few minutes) add $400

Removable neck option add $600

Removable neck double bass case $600 (package price)

Upper Bout Width        475

Lower Bout Width        598

Width at C Bout          350

String Length              1040

Length of Back            1010

Rib Depth                   184

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