Michael Glass Double Bass circa 1998 with fitted mechanical extension - #2708

What will I like about this instrument?

There are lots of things to like about this instrument - including;

i) It is meticulously made from nicely flamed maple and good quality spruce.
ii) It's small ¾ size proportions feel comfy in the hand and against the body.
iii) It has a string length of only 105.0cm
iv) It has big-free yet even sound.
v) It has the added bonus of a fitted mechanical extension.

Has the instrument got any history?

We can tell you that the previous owner was - and still is - a semi-professional player. Our player purchased the instrument new and informs us that besides being an excellent touring companion the instrument knows the entire symphonic repertoire very well indeed.

Are there any labels?

Yes - the maker's origional label is visible through the bass side f-hole. It reads;

Meister Glass, Michael Glass, Andorf/Voightland 1998. On the left side of the label is the Michael Glass logo - an M sitting directly on top of a G. The logo is also branded just below the back button.

Summary:

This smallish instrument is an absolute delight to play. It produces a quality of sound that will enable a music student to get right the way through college and into the profession. With the added bonus of a fitted mechanical extension this instrument seems like a bit of a bargain if you ask me.

Stats:

LOB (length of back) - 107.4cm (42.25in)
Width across upper bouts - 49.4cm (19.50in)
Width across middle bouts - 35.5cm (14.00in)
Width across lower bouts - 65.1cm (25.65in)
Depth of lower ribs inc both plates- 21.8cm (8.65in)
Body Stop - 59.6cm (23.50in)
String length - 105.0cm (41.30in)

Price: £6 500-00 - Convert price with XE.com Personal Currency Assistant

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