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ow in our 20th year, we proudly offer a varied line of Pickups and Microphones, Preamps, and Amplifiers for Double Bass at very good prices. Over time, we've added Upright and Electric Upright Basses, Parts, Strings, Cases and Stands,

Bows, and many other useful, quality products for bass players. You benefit from shopping with us because our experience and focus means that you get real answers to your questions, from bassists! You can see that our product descriptions are in-depth and detailed, because they are most often based on our own use of the gear, rather than the generic "manufacturer blurbs" you'll find on most other websites. We only carry gear that we would (and often DO) confidently use ourselves: anything we sell has to pass the "Mark Test" -- or you won't see it here. Our secure website is available 24 hours a day for your ordering ease. And we're committed to keeping products in stock; we ship most orders within 24 hours of being placed (excepting weekends and holidays, of course), and provide you with tracking and post-purchase support. And our many "extras" - like installation guides, product-specific tips, and even free BASS stickers for your car - are included at no charge!

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PICKUPS FOR UPRIGHT BASS Pickups and amplification could be considered the "heart" of our business... it's how we got our start over 15 years ago! While most pickups are designed with the intent of sounding like "your bass, only louder," we all know that their success can be hit or miss. And "where it is" on the bass is every bit as important as "who made it." We've used most every pickup we sell, usually on a selection of basses. We describe each pickup in real words, and invite you to email or call us with specific questions... we can answer them. We even include our own helpful hints and installation tips with every pickup we sell -- from getting the best sound, to avoiding feedback, and more.

ALL BASS PICKUPS SHIP FREE TO THE USA!

Bass Max - $119

Double Big Twin - $124

Bass Master Pro - $339

The Bass Max is a compact unit designed to be wedged into the wing in the side of your bridge. It has two piezo elements in this single rubber jacket, sandwiched top and bottom, with material in between, so it senses the activity from both the top and bottom of the bridge. It is our

most popular pickup, and rightfully so. It sounds great, with a full-range response and is especially good for situations where you'd need to easily remove the pickup (a 15 second job).

The Double Big Twin can be a great choice for “string detail” oriented pizz play. There is an individual transducer for each string, and their close location to the string/bridge contact point means a heavy string emphasis (with less "wood") in the sound. Installation is easy using a thin adhesive film, and a buffering

preamp is strongly recommended with this pickup. Effortlessly combine the different flavors of the these two pickups with the K&K Bass Master Pro System; blending the two pickups gives a huge range of tonal variety.

Realist “Copperhead” or “Woodtone” - $219.99

LifeLine - $229.99 • SoundClip - $399.99

The David Gage Realist Pickup has long been a popular choice among

bassists looking for a natural sound. Available in two versions – one with the pickup encased in copper foil, one in a thin wooden veneer – its character is very natural and woody, with less focus and more body. The Realist is an excellent choice for bowed response - as well as for the “classic” pizzicato sound. The newer Realist LifeLine Pickup uses a simple, but clever design; the element of the pickup wedges between the adjuster and wood of your adjustable bass bridge. So, it does NOT require you to swap those bridge adjusters out for a

replacement set. It an open tone with a full-sounding bottom end; nice definition and not a lot of top-end clack. Arco is full and well-balanced, with really nice warmth on all strings. And digging in, the more aggressive bow tones came through the amp well.

For an easy-on, easy-off pickup solution, there is the SoundClip Pickup. It’s an extremely well-engineered, self-contained transducer unit; though note that its tone is quite different from the original Realist. On our basses, we find the pickup has a detailed tone, which can provide more "cut" in a dense mix. It’s not as warm as the other Realist models, though – at least not in our experience. But that’s not necessarily a bad thing!

David Gage Docking Station – 89.99

This is a tailpiece mounted universal volume control, which allows you to have passive control – or bypass the volume control altogether. Convenient tailpiece mounting. FREE US shipping!

Full Circle - $229.95

BP-100 - $169.95

The Full Circle pickup includes two adjusters to replace the adjusters in your adjustable bridge; one contains the transducers, the second is a matching, regular adjuster. The Full Circle is available in three sizes to ensure that it is

installable in most bridges. Its sound is natural with a nice mix of body and string. Has a nice “cut” for use in a band with lots of players, too! The BP-100, meanwhile, has a sound that is focused on the string, not the body. There's little wood in the equation. If that's the sound you're going for, you may be quite pleased with its easy installation and sound.

Kremona DB-1 - $119

This new bridge wing pickup is made of tonewoods, and has excellent, natural, warm sound – and is the easiest wing pickup to install; no complicated fitment, no tools, no hassle (on almost every bass). Excellent for the traveling bassist, or someone who needs to be able to quickly and easily remove the pickup. We helped with the development and testing of this one – it’s a winner!

Several of the pickups on this page are available in special “Package Deals” which include preamps, mounting kits, volume knobs that mount on your tailpiece, and other special offers. Check out the website for details!


Ehrlund EAP w/Preamp - $599

The Ehrlund Acoustic Pickup (EAP) is a “linear microphone” for acoustic instruments. The looks of this triangle might say “this is just another piezo element” — but in our tests on Bob's carved Juzek and several other basses in the shop, we found this pickup has a very open, quite "mic-like" sound -

realistic, and not so "direct" sounding (as pickups can often be.) And it’s less prone to feedback, and picking up other closely positioned instruments

onstage, as a mic. So the initial impression is that you get the realism of a mic with the convenience of a pickup. It's almost too good to be true. Listed pricing INCLUDES preamp! FREE US shipping!

RB-1 and RB-1A Player - $89.95, 159.95

The RB series of pickups from Schatten Design are simple, affordable, good-sounding pickups. It is similar in design to the Bass Max, but our "A/B" tests have shown the tone from the RB-1 seems to have more of a midrange emphasis to the sound, providing a little more grit than the Bass Max (on the same bass), where the Bass

Max seems to have a more prominent low-end response and warmer, more natural sound. Which is "better" depends entirely on your needs. Two models of the "Player"

model are available, the RB-1 passive (no preamp) and RB-1A active (preamp included) version, which adds a Velcro-mounted combination preamp and jack assembly that attaches to the back side of the tailpiece. FREE US shipping!

MAGNETIC PICKUPS A magnetic pickup is often the only way to go in very high volume situations - you sacrifice tone for volume. It can also be cool to mix a magnetic pickup with your piezo-based transducer, to “firm up” the sound and help you cut through a dense mix. SCHALLER Magnetic Pickup - $139

If this isn't the classic magnetic upright bass pickup I don't know what is! This single coil chrome plated upright bass magnetic pickup

is designed to screw to the end of your fingerboard. Match this and your current pickup up with one of our K&K SOUND Two Channel Preamps and you may be able to defeat the feedback monster when necessary. Volume control & ¼” jack. FREE US shipping!

KRIVO Humbucking Magnetic Pickup - $189

The humbucking design of the Krivo eliminates most extraneous noise as well as giving it a “thick” character with reduced highs,

compared to the Schaller. It also features “Optimized Microphonics” for more dimensional character and improved ability to pick up fingerboard sounds. Strings with steel/ferrous cores is a must! It terminates in a ¼” jack. FREE US shipping!

ROCKABILLY PICKUPS Specially designed to bring out the percussive “click” that is so characteristic of Rockabilly Bass. Bob developed the concept for the original K&K Rockabilly Setup based on some “homemade” setups he saw in the field; now ready-made “clicky” pickups and dual element sets are more common (and very popular!)

Bass Master Rockabilly - $299

The original RB system couples the popular Bass Max with a specially-

designed fingerboard transducer for the percussive slap, mixed using a tiny preamp. Fine tune the tonal responses of each pickup by using the separate Hi/Mid/Bass EQ for each channel, then blend to your liking. FREE US shipping!

We offer the separate components as well, so you can build your own system; see our web site for details.

RB-2, RB-2A Rockabilly - $159.95, $219.95

Similar in concept to the K&K system, with a lower price tag (and fewer features). No separate tone controls for each pickup, but there is a volume for blend. RB bass bridge sensor, plus the slap sensor, wired to a small string mount jack; includes a convenient dual volume control that mounts under the fingerboard. The RB-2A (active) adds a buffering preamp circuit. FREE US shipping!

Shadow SH RB-PRO - $319.99

Shadow’s entry uses their wing and “clicky” pickups in conjunction with a very nicely designed preamp that has a

wealth of useful features! EQ and volume, sure! But this unit includes a subsonic filter, pre-shape control, low cut on the clicky – even a built-in electronic tuner with mute! Preamp includes the hardware to mount to your

tailpiece. Very nice piece of kit! FREE US shipping!


MICROPHONES Nothing sounds more natural, when amplifying or recording your bass, than a microphone. Only a microphone "hears" what your ears hear -- the actual acoustic sound waves that your instrument produces. But they can be more difficult to work with – feedback, and picking up other instruments on stage, come with the territory. But the “true voice” comes through…

DPA 4099B Upright Bass Microphone - $619.95

The 4099B is a pro level bass microphone from Danish company DPA; with super-lightweight construction, an integrated mounting clip system, and top-notch sound, could it be the perfect microphone for live upright bass? The mic itself has a

frequency range all the way down to 20 Hz, well below the fundamental pitch of your low E string. Its focused pattern is designed to provide the most gain before feedback, and it uses a clever lightweight rubber string clip to place the gooseneck-mounted mic capsule in-between the bridge and fingerboard, a popular spot for

open, realistic mic'ing. FREE US Shipping!

Golden Bullet Microphone for Bass - $160

K&K’s affordable mic is a mini condenser, chosen specifically for its characteristics and performance with the Double Bass. It was designed and custom

built by K&K in their shop in Oregon. Bob worked extensively with K&K to finalize the selection of this mic. The Mic is available as a stand-alone, but it can also be had in several configurations with other preamps and blendable with pickups for the ultimate in sonic flexibility.

The Golden Trinity Two Channel Preamp, included with some of the Trinity Microphone systems, has Bass/Midrange/Treble for each channel, with separate internal gain controls to balance the mic & pickup perfectly!

Golden Mic Package Systems: Golden Trinity MIC UPGRADE system is designed to integrate with your current pickup. It includes the Golden Microphone and cable to be plugged into your other pickup, and the Golden Trinity Two channel Preamp for each channel), all for $256, free US shipping. Golden Trinity MIC / BASS MAX system includes the Golden Microphone, a Bass Max wing-mounted pickup, and the Golden Trinity Two channel Preamp. $369, free US shipping. Golden Trinity MIC / DOUBLE BIG TWIN system includes the Golden Mic w/Double Big Twin pickup, and the Golden Trinity Two channel Preamp. $374, free US shipping.

H-Clamp Bass Microphone Mount - $105-152

The H-Clamp is a precision, sophisticated microphone mounting device. This clever, well-made unit uses a clamp that echoes the design of the traditional luthier's edge clamp (cramp), using the edge of the instrument, to avoid damping the instrument's natural vibrations. The H-Clamp is compatible with any standard mic clip or suspension mount. It uses "space age" construction materials, extremely light yet secure. Silicone and other material inserts and sleeves are used for all the contact points to avoid damage and minimize vibration. We also stock models for other instruments, like Cello, Mandolin, and Acoustic Guitar. Check the site… FREE US shipping!

OTHER TOOLS

BigShot i/O Input Selector - $89.99

This little box is great for doublers who don't need the sophistication of the Bassbone. Switch between two instruments, mute, and balance levels using the adjustment screw on the back. It offers more functionality than basic A/B switches!

WIRELESS Bass players don’t often need to go wireless; the nature of the instrument doesn’t allow for much running around! But for quick changes, or stage productions, a wireless system is handy! Just make sure it doesn’t degrade your tone. (Ours won’t.)

Line6 Wireless System - $199.95

The Line6 G30 Digital Wireless System is a 2.4GHz setup that works great with upright bass. I know it, because I tested it. In fact, I tested it on an upright with a couple different passive pickups, as well as on the Eminence (with David Gage pickup) and the NS Design NXT (passive) bass. It worked admirably on all of them, adding no discernable artifacts to the tone, and barely affecting the overall sound (if at all). It has a huge frequency range (well below and above the frequencies that a bass can produce) and has a 100 ft. line-of-sight range, great for most any stage. It has a very capable 118db Dynamic range, so your big, bad low notes won't overload it, and it has 6 switchable channels (with simple switches) to ensure that you're not interfered with. It's a modern system, compliant with all current FCC regulations, and no license is required. The darn thing even comes with batteries included (and they should last for about 8 hours!)


PREAMPLIFIERS Adding a preamplifier might provide an improvement to your setup – here are some common reasons you might want one: • you need to buffer the signal from your pickup to your amp • useful features on the preamp that are not on your amp • a volume control convenient to the instrument • you need to boost a low-gain pickup • you want to blend multiple pickups, or a pickup and mic, etc. • you need a good DI interface to send a feed to the soundman

Schatten Design Mini Pre – $59.95, Two Channel $99.95

Want just a low-priced, basic, no muss/no fuss preamp with a volume knob and nothing more, to buffer the impedance of your piezo pickup? This one’s inexpensive, tiny

(1x2.25x4.25in.), lightweight & easy to use -- and there’s a two-channel model as well! FREE US shipping!

Gigpro Preamp - $99

Mixpro Preamp - $159

The Gigpro belt clip preamp offers a surprising wealth of features in a compact 4.75 x 2.85 x 1.25 inch package that is only 6.6 oz. with 9v battery (not included). 10 megohm ¼ inch input w/gain trimmer; bass and treble controls; a trim control (High Pass Filter) to suppress muddy subsonic frequencies; phase switch; battery status LED; 300

hour battery life. The Mixpro adds a second channel with similar features, using a TRS (stereo) input jack, making it a nice replacement for a K&K System – either unit can even phantom power a mini-condenser mic like the K&K Golden Mic. FREE US Shipping!

Para DI Preamp - $169

This great box has been around for quite a few years. Features Class A FET input circuitry for the highest quality sound; bass, treble, and presence controls; frequency adjustable midrange control; notch filter; phase inversion; effects loop; 9v battery (not included) or 48v phantom powered; MORE!! FREE US Shipping!

Platinum Stage Preamp - $149.95

Platinum PRO-EQ Bass Preamp - $299.95

The Platinum Stage Preamp is a belt-clippable preamp with loads of useful features, and it can be switched between Bass and Treble modes to optimize the EQ. Also features a DI, Boost, and Low-Cut Filter. Sweet!

The Platinum Pro-EQ Preamp is a “Swiss Army Knife” with all of the very useful features in the Stage model, but adding even more... 5-Band Graphic EQ; soft-knee, Photo-optic compression; Depth control; Phase switch to fight feedback; XLR DI balanced out, ground lift and pre/post switch; Built-in Chromatic Tuner; 9V battery or AC adapter (not included); Floor Operation. • AC adaptor for either Fishman preamp: 17.99

Pure Preamp - $99 Pure XLR Preamp - $177

Dual Channel Pro Preamp - $149

Designed as an all-purpose preamp for piezo and magnetic pickups, the specially designed EQ on the Pure Preamp has a 2.5 octave midrange control centered at 2500 Hz plus bass (120

Hz) and treble (8 kHz) controls. This very clean circuit has gain, active (+/- 20dB) bass and treble controls, internal gain for 1x to 10x preamplification. Just over 8 ounces with battery (not included) 2.75 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches.

The Pure XLR Preamp adds a very useful phase switch and a balanced XLR output along with the ¼" line output. Power it with phantom power through the XLR output or the internal 9 volt battery (not included). Approx. 4.9x3.6x1.3 in.

The Dual Channel Pro models let you combine pickups if you want to create a custom setup. The standard model handles input from two piezo pickups or other sources, like a high impedance mic or magnetic pickup, through two separate 1/4”

phone jacks. The “ST” model has a single 1/4” stereo (TRS) input jack. Extremely compact, just 4.4x3.4x1.5 inches, it is 9 volt battery powered (not included). It has two external volume controls, with internal individual gain and active treble, middle, & bass controls for each channel.

PREMIUM” PREAMPLIFIERS

Acoustic Image FLEX - $599

The new FLEX Preamp offers incredibly flexible inputs and outputs, 2-channels (microphone OR instrument level) with new 4-band EQ , dual effects loops, multiple output options, filters, built-in effects, phase reverse, stand-mountable chassis… whew! I just don’t have enough room here to describe it all - check out the full description online! Oh yeah, only 2.5 lbs., includes padded gig bag… FREE US SHIPPING!


ToneBone PZ Deluxe Preamp - $249.99

ToneBone PZ Pre Dual Channel Preamp - $299.99

The PZ Deluxe’s small (5.75" x 3.75" x 2.00") and durable chassis hosts lots of useful features. Switchable input buffer (6.8K Ohms/10M Ohms), a low cut filter, a dedicated tuner output, a three

band EQ with semi-parametric Mid control, a boost Footswitch with level control, a Mute footswitch, DI, and much more. The ToneBone PZ-Pre adds a second channel, with three footswitches for toggle, mute, and boost. Lo-cut, Notch filters, parametric EQ and boost level controls allow the perfect fine-tuning of all parameters of your sound. FREE US SHIPPING!

RMI Basswitch IQ DI - $599

RMI Basswitch Sonic Spark - $399

The Basswitch IQ DI is a bass-specific, two channel preamplifier with top-shelf studio grade components, way too fully featured to print every detail here; switchable input impedance, 4 band EQ, dual effects loops,

clean boost, tuner output... The Sonic Spark is a scaled-down version with a special harmonic enhancer. Details on the site! FREE US shipping! Free Power Supply included.

Tonebone Bassbone OD - $349.99

We upright bassists often double on upright and electric basses. Radial created this great A/B switching 2-channel device for 1 or 2 basses, each with its own volume control. The variable input impedance makes it a doubler’s dream! Plug the upright into one channel and the “slab” into the other; with separate EQ and

volume, you can easily switch between basses. Or, swap settings on a single bass, ideal for different pizz and arco settings. Other features include a tuner output, pro-quality XLR DI, switchable effects loop, boost control and switch. And legend - wait for it – ary Radial quality. FREE US Shipping!

Grace Design FELiX - $995 / ALiX - $625

Studio-grade dual-channel (inst/inst or mic/inst) preamp with boutique-level sound and flexible, useful features. Mic input has phantom power for high end mics. Amazing sound and capability! You really need to see the specifics on the site to

“get” what this little box can do. The ALiX is the scaled-down one-channel model. FREE US Shipping!

DIRECT BOXES (DI) A DI Box is your primary connection to the sound desk, with a balanced XLR for best signal quality. There is also a 1/4" jack so you can also send your pickup’s output to your stage amp.

PZ-DI - Piezo-Optimized DI – $229.99

StageBug SB-4 Ultra-Compact DI - $79.99

The Radial PZ-DI Direct Injection Box is a gig-worthy DI that should be in every professional bassist's gig bag; get the sound of YOUR bass to the soundman. 10 megohm input impedance, filters, pad, polarity… all in an enclosure that

can stand up to the most rigorous conditions. And if you don’t need quite as many features, the StageBug SB-4 Ultra-Compact Active DI gets the most important ones into a smaller, more affordable case, using a 5 megOhm input impedance (and requiring phantom power.) FREE US Shipping!

StageBug SB-48UB Ultra-Compact Mic DI - $129.99

The SB-48UB Ultra Compact Microphone DI is a single channel phantom power generator and DI that supplies 48 Volts, for use with a condenser microphone or active direct box, and provides both a lo-Z balanced XLR output and a hi-Z unbalanced 1/4" out. The SB-48UB is housed in a seriously rugged steel chassis and powered by a 15VDC supply

(included). Use your phantom-powered microphone with your stage amp (and send a feed to the house mixing board, too!) FREE US Shipping!

INSTRUMENT AND SPEAKER CABLES We manage a small, hand-picked selection of useful cables, made by quality manufacturers, for your upright-specific needs. Mini Preamp Mounting Kits include 1 foot cable(s), a foam isolation square, Velcro strapping, and instructions. For One-Channel Preamps ($6), Two-Channel Preamps ($11), and Two-Channel TRS Preamps ($24). Make your own? The one foot cables are available for $5 (mono) and $23 (TRS).

Need longer length ¼” cables? Ours have a right-angle jack on the instrument side, and come in multiple lengths. Get a mono cable in 10 foot ($15) or 18 foot ($17), or a TRS/Stereo cable in 8 foot ($22) or 15 foot ($25). We also have a 20 foot XLR Microphone Cable for $16.50.

Specialty cables? We’ve got them too. A 1 foot “Y” Cable (1 TRS to Dual Mono, aka Insert Cable) is $14. Our nifty “breakout cable” for the DI on EA mini amps is $13.50. And our slick dual cable for one Mic and one Pickup is $41.50.

We have speaker cables, too – a 3 foot Speakon cable is $18.50, and a Speakon to ¼” cable (6 feet) is only $18.


AMPLIFIERS

Contra Combo Amplifier - $999

Coda Combo Amplifier - $1499

Corus Combo Amplifier - $1529

Ten2 2x10” Combo Amplifier - $1759

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If you haven't yet experienced the ACOUSTIC IMAGE Contra Coda, Corus, and Ten2 Combo Amps, you are in for a delightful surprise — If

you have, you already know that you want one! The original combo was designed by bassist/engineer Dr. Rick Jones to accurately reproduce the sound of upright (and electric) bass, guitar, and other instruments with one small, light, easy-to-carry enclosure. He’s continued to make

improvements over the years, and the current models are the apex of that development.

The unique design of the combos is a cylindrical cabinet shape with one flat side to accommodate a downward firing 10” woofer, and forward firing 5” mid/high driver; The Ten2 adds a second 10” woofer facing forward, for a slightly more direct sound (and substitutes a small dome tweeter for the 5” driver).

The icing on the cake is the clean, powerful 650 watt removable head featured in the “Premier” combos (the entry-level Contra is 300w, non-removable). This design yields flat frequency response, extended, tight, well-controlled natural bass sound, and omnidirectional output below 800 Hz — the Contra, Coda and Corus are not much more than a foot tall, 11.5”H x 16”D, and weigh less than 21 lbs, while the Ten2 is 17"H x 15"D and 29lb.

The current Series 4PLUS models of the Premier combos have a removable head and a digital effects section, and all feature two completely independent input channels with their own controls. The Corus uses a different woofer, matched for guitar-range instruments, but is otherwise identical to the Coda.

Combos include a lightweight cover and carrying strap, with a padded soft cases available. Many more details on-line!

Coda EX Extension Speaker - $579

Corus EX Extension Speaker - $599

Ten2 EX Extension Speaker - $759

The cabinet is available by itself, for larger venues, as the Coda EX or Corus EX; adding it to a combo increases the power output! (You can also use it with a different head if you choose.)

Clarus Series 4PLUS Two-Channel Amp Head - $979

Clarus SL and SL-R 1-Channel Amp Head - $599-699

The ACOUSTIC IMAGE Amplifier used in the Ten2, Coda and Corus combos is also available separately. The two channel

Clarus Amps weigh a mere 5 lbs., yet deliver 350w@8ohms and 650w@4ohms and have the same onboard effects A padded gig bag and Speakon to 1/4” speaker adaptor are included.

The preamp/power section of the ACOUSTIC IMAGE combos are as unique as the cabinet, with a distinct and warm sound unlike most solid state amps. The Clarus SL is the re-introduction of the one-channel head, with a tiny footprint but a really big sound – the same 650w amp with most of the key features, and under $550? A hundred bucks more gets you digital effects, too (Clarus SL-R). FREE SHIPPING to “lower 48”; small charge to AK & HI.

FLEX Preamp - $629

FLEX Powered Speaker Module - $1499

With two convenient components - a 2-channel preamp and a compact, 2x10 tri-amped powered speaker - you have a powerful modular SYSTEM that can handle most any professional situation. The time-tested preamp connects directly to the FLEX Powered Speaker, using a single CAT5 network cable for simple, flexible connectivity, including the power for the preamp.

Based on the popular Ten2 speaker array, it features the most compact 2x10 (plus tweeter) available - and now adds a tri-amped power amp for best possible sound quality. The cabinet features a front-facing 10" woofer for a traditional amped sound, but couples it with a second, downward-facing 10" woofer, which radiates sound outward, enveloping the listener in a wide sound field. This open, room-filling sound is the trademark sound that Acoustic Image down-firing cabinets have become well-known for. It is superb for acoustic instruments, from upright bass all the way up to violins and mandolins.

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FOURTEEN DAY TRIAL PERIOD ON ACOUSTIC IMAGE GEAR -- during which you may return the amp in like new condition, for a refund less our shipping cost and a small deduction for credit card processing (if applicable).


EUPHONIC AUDIO Amplification

EA Doubler 2-channel Amplifier - $899

These tiny amps will knock your socks off, leaving your shoes firmly tied. Features 625 watts into 4 ohms! The EA amps, while designed with electric bass in mind, have

extremely uncolored, “transparent” sound, so they work exceptionally well with upright as well. And since they also can really dial in a great electric bass tone, they are a perfect amp for “doubling” players, who need one amp for both

upright and acoustic basses. Two switchable channels, three band EQ for each channel, effects loop with blend, DI output, mute, tuner send, 1 megohm input impedance, XLR input w/phantom power, Phase knob, notch filter. More! FREE SHIPPING to “lower 48”; small charge to AK & HI.

EA Wizzy 10 Speaker Cabinet - $525

EA Wizzy 12 Speaker Cabinet - $599

EA Wizzy 12 MLINE Speaker Cabinet - $699

Using very efficient drivers and special “Wizzer” cones, the Wizzy speaker line offers a very full-sounding, compact speaker that very musically “rounds off” the top end (no harsh sounding tweeter). The ultra-compact

15x12x11 inch, 18lb Wizzy 10 is amazing! The ten inch driver makes an ideal companion to the tiny Doubler amplifier. But when you need a little more “real” bass, the Wizzy 12 brings it -- 12 inch 4 or 8 ohm speaker w/integrated whizzer cone for smooth highs. The MLine is an expanded “transmission line” cabinet with side vents, extending the lower frequency response.

Genzler Amplification Magellan 800 Head - $759

Genzler Bass Array Cabinets - $879-$1069

Jeff Genzler is back! The man who brought us Genz-Benz now offers these amazing amps and speakers. The Magellan provides immense sound (800w!) from a small, well-made package, and

includes all the requisite controls and tools, like a 3-band EQ with parametric mids, top-shelf DI, and more. Meanwhile, the amazing Bass Array cabinets take the popular line array concept to the next level with a wide soundstage and unbelievable clarity – available in 1x12 and 2x10 models! A perfect all-around amp system for people who want one rig for both their upright and electric bass gigs. FREE SHIPPING to “lower 48”; small charge to AK & HI.

SB110 SoundBlock 1x10 Combo Amp - $399

SB112 SoundBlock 1x12 Combo Amp - $449

SB200H SoundBlock Head - $299

We’ve long been looking for a lower priced amp for Upright Bass that doesn’t sound “electric”, and we’ve found one! It’s relatively light and compact at 23 lbs. and 14x14x14 inches.

Conservatively rated at 100 watts, the single channel SB110 Combo Amp has a 1 megohm input impedance, ideal for piezo transducers. The 10” speaker delivers surprising lows but is surprisingly quick and bright for a full-range response.

Need a little more Oomph? The SB112 Combo Amp is a bit bigger-sounding and a bit more powerful, while remaining very portable. And still a great bargain! Don’t need a combo? The SB200H Head is ready to plug into your current speaker, packing 200w and a few extra features (like headphone amp, tuner output) into its tiny, lightweight chassis.

TVM50 Battery Powered Combo Amp - $379

The TVM50 from Traynor is a self-contained "combo amplifier" unit; multiple input options, one with with full EQ and impedance switch, and a powered 1x10 speaker cabinet. It can be positioned in several different configurations;

on the floor as an angled monitor, upright for typical amp setup, or even mounted on a speaker pole. Note that it’s not a “loud” gig amp, but it is a great amp for “reinforcement.”

Gollihur Music Gig Bag for Accessories - $32

Do you need a bag to carry cables, your mini amplifier, preamp, pedals, business cards, extension cords, etc.? This mid-sized, 16.5 x 14 x 4.75 inch, well-appointed bag can swallow a lot of your stage needs, with compartments for various items, as shown in the photos online. This is a new version, with some upgrades (and a little more room) compared to our previous gig bag, which was very popular. Since it has a padded inner compartment, this is the perfect carry bag to use for an Acoustic Image Clarus head (Series 4, or Series 3 without the front "wings" on the sides of the front panel), or the removeable head from any of the Series 3/4 combos (Like the Coda, Ten2, Corus). It also will work great with an EA Doubler or Micro, or a Genz Benz Shuttle 3 or 6 head.


STRINGS FOR UPRIGHT BASS We carry an extensive selection of strings for upright basses. While it's great that we have so many to choose from, which ones will be best for you? There is so much to know about the character, tone, playability, construction, tension... strings for double basses can vary quite widely.

Don't know where to start? We've put together several string guides (on our website) for various music types; we’re also happy to help on the phone or by email.

You can also order individual strings from almost every set we sell; on the main string page for the strings you want, click the blue box for a list of single strings you can add to your cart!

ALL STRINGS (Sets AND Singles) SHIP FREE IN THE USA!

Corelli 370 Series Strings - $112 Corelli's versatile and articulate strings are easy on the hands (it's a reason why they're one of my favorites!) and bow very well. Medium, Forte, and Extra Forte Gauges

Available, as well as Low B, Extended E, and High C. Also available in ½ size (350A) and ¼ size (350B). The 380 Series Strings are similar, but made without the Tungsten that makes the 370’s so interesting; they start at $83.

D’Addario Helicore Strings - $127 The Helicore Strings from D’Addario come in three variants; the Orchestral string is specifically for arco (bowed) playing, with a darker response and more bow-friendly

attack. The Pizzicato set is a brighter, articulate tone, with longer sustain and extended decay. The Hybrid is a purposeful compromise, for the many players who need a string that can do both pizz and arco reasonably well.

D’Addario Kaplan Strings - $187 Kaplan strings are D'Addario's entry into the premium orchestral strings market. They are designed primarily for bowed string players. They were created to provide a rich tone,

variable dynamics, and excellent bowing response. They are clear, yet warm in their tonal color - regardless of what register you're playing in. Med/Light/Heavy sets, extended strings.

D’Addario Prelude Strings - $79 Prelude bass strings are multi-stranded steel core strings that are affordable and flexible, making them ideal for students and young players. The strings are designed to produce a

warm tone quality with good bow response. The core design is more flexible than a solid core, and the reduced tension and better flexibility makes for strings that are very easy to play, especially for younger, developing players.

D’Addario ZYEX Strings - $156 These strings don't exhibit the "roll" when plucked that other synthetic strings sometimes do. They also have a nice darkness, with a bit more "growl," at least to my ears. Under the

bow, they speak very quickly, and the pizz sustain rings clearly without overstaying its welcome. Good volume, nice fullness - especially the higher strings. Overall, they are a lower-tension, hybrid string that works well for lots of varied situations. Medium and Light Gauges available.

Eurosonic Bass Strings - $148 These fat strings are an alternative to costlier and problematic gut strings, and they are developing a cult-like following with many jazz, rockabilly and bluegrass musicians. They are a

nice alternative to gut, and have a thick attack and less pronounced sustain than some other strings. Their Polyamide (what?!?) wrap, whatever that is, makes for a gentle experience for both hands, and though bowing isn't great, it can be done. Available in Medium, Light, and Ultra-Light (great for slappers!) weights. Steel core works with magnetic pickups.

Innovation Ultra Black Strings - $189 Innovation Rockabilly Strings - $189

These are constructed using a flexible braided core with a black tape winding. UltraBlack strings have a darker tone, like most gut

strings, but have the advantage of being a bit more distinct than gut. They offer a less "twangy" alternative to other popular jazz strings. High-ish tension. The Rockabilly Strings are essentially a “light” version of the Ultra Blacks – they’re more flexible and lighter in tension though, which makes them an ideal slapping string. Nice stability, good pitch definition, more bounce.

Innovation Super Silver Strings - $189 Innovation Silver Slaps Strings - $189 Innovation Golden Slaps Strings - $189 Innovation Super Silver Strings are often used

for Rockabilly and Bluegrass. According to players who favor them, they lean towards a more organic, gut-like vibe, with a round tone with a blunter attack and quick decay, giving a closer approximation of the gut tone - providing that 'old-school' flavor. Nylon “wire” (not tape) gives them a subtle “round-wound” kind of feel. The Silver Slaps are the same string, only lighter, which is more slap friendly. And the Golden Slaps are the same as the Silver Slaps, except that the windings of thread under the clear wrap are gold, not silver.

Innovation Psycho Slap Strings - $199 Think of these strings as Silver Slaps with a much thicker diameter – a beefier (but still light) string for faster, more aggressive slap styles, including Psychobilly.


Innovation Rockabilly Reds - $189 These new strings have a brash RED outer winding - and their tension and tone is designed specifically for the needs of rockabilly bassists. They provide warm, dark-ish tone

with decent volume, making them a great string for players who play predominantly slap-style. They're similar, but slightly different from the black rockabilly set.

Innovation Honey Strings - $189 Innovation Honey is a Solid Core string, unlike the braided core of the other Innovation sets, with a Chrome Tape winding. This maintains the Gut-like vibe with a slightly stiffer feel

under the plucking hand. The Metal wrap makes this string much more responsive under the bow than other Innovation strings, and thus makes a good hybrid string, similar to the Evah Pirazzi's or Obligatos, although a bit darker sounding.

Innovation Braided “Orchestral” - $199 Particularly well suited for bowing, they have a smooth chrome steel tape winding. But the core is braided nylon, which creates a more "old-timey" flavor to their pizz tone. So they

would also work well for someone looking for a good bluegrass string. They have a deep, dark tone, which takes a lot of the brashness out of bowing.

Jargar Bass String Sets - $131 Jargar bass strings are handmade in Denmark; they are a steel string with a decidedly non-metallic tone - darker, almost gut-like, with an "easy-on-the-hands" feel. Get Medium, Forte

(Heavy) and Dolce (Light), with extended-range strings available.

Kolstein Heritage String Set - $135 The Kolstein Heritage strings were designed by Kolstein Music, Inc. They are a synthetic string designed to offer the feel and tension of gut strings but deliver the sound of orchestral or

jazz strings. Warm, gut-like, and bow friendly. A nice combo!

LaBella Supernil String Set - $89 They have a big and fat, boomy sound, which can be a bluegrasser's delight! But there are downsides. Their odd and rough "round wound" sort of finish bugs me and it pretty

much precludes bowing. And it isn't nice and smooth to fingers, either. I personally find that the lower strings deliver more “boom” than precise definition. However, many folks like them for their less than definite pitch as well as their low price!

LaBella 7710N Black Tape - $148 LaBella 7710T White Tape - $148 The longtime favorite 7710N Black Tape Wound were developed with the assistance of Ron Carter and Attila Zoller. Designed to be a

“jazz player’s gut alternative,” they’ve been popular for many years. For the new White tape 7710T, LaBella worked with Ron Carter and a number of other members of their "Inner Circle of Artists" to come up with the newly developed strings, which are, like the original version, metal rope core strings, surrounded by a proprietary nylon wrap. The new strings are wound with a clear proprietary nylon, which makes for an an even smoother-to-the-touch string with brighter tone and clarity than the original black-tape strings. Take your pick!

Lenzner Gut Strings – Starting at $321 If you want the sound of vintage, all-natural bass, or are a rockabilly player wanting the most authentic sound, you'll want to consider real gut. And these German-made strings are

great, especially for the price! I prefer the wound A/E set which has metal windings to achieve the mass necessary for the lower notes without the larger diameter- they have been made this way for centuries. Rockabilly players may appreciate that the A and E are also available in plain, unwound gut as well.

Pirastro Eudoxa Gut Strings - $685.12 These are popular among jazz players who want a little more brightness and a smoother bowing surface out of their gut strings. A more "traditional" wound gut string would be the

Olivs, also from Pirastro. All four strings are gut which is wrapped in a flat sterling silver coating for more sustain and smoothness.

Pirastro Oliv Gut Strings - $608.19 The Oliv is a natural gut string wound in chrome steel (as opposed to the Eudoxa, which are wound in sterling silver). They have a strong, thick pizzicato tone with a quick

decay and short sustain. The Olivs are certainly bowable, but require a bit more bow pressure than other strings. They produce a dark, warm sound under the bow.

Pirastro Jazzer Strings - $238.64 The Jazzer rope core steel strings are recommended by Pirastro for pizzicato players, though they can also be a good hybrid string for players who gig many styles. They have a

long-ish sustain, clear tone, and a pretty big sound.

ALL STRING SETS AND SINGLES SHIP FREE IN THE USA!


Pirastro Obligato Strings - $274.84 Pirastro's popular Obligato strings have a solid synthetic core with a very thin metal wrap. They were designed to emulate gut strings, and the attack is "old school" with that more blunt

and thicker, warmer hit, with a little less sustain than more modern jazz strings. Their very smooth surface is kind to the fingers and they are a dream to bow. Available in many variants, including ½ and ¼ size, High C, Low B, Long E, and even Solo and Fifths Tuning Sets.

Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Strings - $237.88 These have less sustain than steel-core strings; sustain is nice, but isn't overdone or "electric-bassy" sounding. Plucked, they sound full and fat, with a subtle percussive "ping" to the very

front attack of the note. The Evahs stand apart as an all-around good choice for a variety of styles, particularly if you like the "old school" sound -- yet with something "new" thrown in.

Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Slap Strings - $319.85

Full Synthetic Version - $227.98 Pirastro's new Evah Pirazzi Slap string has the soft feel and the prominent "click" that many rockabilly and psychobilly slappers crave -- but

it's also great for standard pizz and arco playing, as well, with a real organic vibe. These new strings are a big hit! Available with G/D as GUT strings (original) or the new full synthetic set.

Pirastro Passione Strings - $251.24 These are steel rope-core strings, which are tailor-made for orchestral bow style (arco) players. They are not "metallic" sounding at all, and have pretty "average" tension and feel.

They're intentionally a little "dark" and don't have a lot of definition when plucked, especially the E and A strings. But they

have big, projecting sound under the bow.

Rotosound RS4000 Strings - $129 Made for decades, they have a nylon core, which is flatwound with nylon on the G and D strings, and with a nickel alloy on the A and E strings. They have a comfortable soft feel, with

a lighter tension than most steel strings, and good tone and volume. Good for many styles of music, including jazz, rockabilly, bluegrass, and contemporary styles. Consider it an alternative to gut strings if you want some of that flavor -- but with more definition and longer sustain than real gut.

Thomastik Dominant Strings - $259.99 Dominants are a long-time favorite of a lot of players due to their gut string-like character. They are pretty responsive for a stranded perlon core, with a lower level of sustain,

desirable for bowing, and again, for emulating gut's traditionally shorter sustain characteristic.

Thomastik Belcanto Strings - $264.99 Thomastik has been making these "rope core" (a style of winding, not what they're made of!) strings for a couple of years, and we really love them for both pizz and arco. They’ve been

designed for bowed work, but they have a very musical, warm pizz sound with a very sweet sustain. Their bowed feel and quick response is wonderful. Also available in a Solo Gauge!

Thomastik Spirocore Strings - $219.99 Spiros are an old favorite for jazz and other genres and it has been a popular string for many years. They have great sustain and a big sound good for many styles, but remain a jazz

favorite. You'll also find them on lots of general use basses, for bluegrass, blues, and other styles where that big sound and sustain are prized. Lots of variants – ½ and ¼ size, weich (light), solo, 5ths tuning, High C, Low B, Extended E – the list goes on.

Thomastik Superflexible - $169.99 Thomastik Superflexible Strings have a braided steel thread core. For most players, the Superflexible are a "smoother" sounding steel string than the popular Spirocores. Recently,

some rockabilly-slap styled players have found that they like the solo gauge Superflexibles. Decent under the bow, too!

Velvet Garbo Strings - $281 The Garbos have a thick diameter and a big, dark sound. Great for jazz pizz players, with a punchy tone that "holds its own" with a drum set. A solid core provides a solid and distinctive

power in the lower mid frequency range, and they are clear and assertive with the familiar "kick" as the note begins.

Velvet Anima Strings - $281 The Anima strings are thinner than Garbos, with more articulation and sustain; they also bow well. Great for jazz bassists who also do arco work! They have big volume with a warm

sound, though they're not as dark as the Garbos due to their thinner diameter. Great definition, rich bass and good balance.

Velvet Blue Strings - $165 Velvet's Blue string is their first which doesn't feature a silk core - it's a synthetic, which lowers cost while retaining the Velvet sound and feel. It has great articulation, big volume,

great sustain and equal tension on all four strings (approx. 25g per string.) Fast response and nice volume, with clear articulation. They tend to sound a bit brighter than the silk-based Velvet strings.


BASS BOWS, ACCESSORIES If you're new to the bow, it's easy to get overwhelmed by the choices. Should you get one with real horsehair? (Yes.) Should you get French or German style? (Depends.) Brazilwood, Pernambuco, Fiberglas, Carbon Fiber? We can help! Call or email, we’re here for you.

Brazilwood Bass Bows - $154 I’ve had a wonderful supplier for top quality Brazilwood bows. I continue to get excellent bows and offer them at a great price! These bows have octagonal Brazilwood sticks, with a fully lined ebony frog. The French weighs around 135g, German around 136g, the balance very good. With chestnut blend hair!!

Pernambuco Bass Bows - $246

The maker of the Brazilwood bows now makes them available in Pernambuco! The French are weighing in at around 124, the German in the 126-130g range. Very sweet, nimble, same octagonal stick and fine detailing as the bows above.

Fiberglass Bass Bows - $120 w/FREE US SHIPPING Top quality Glasser bows (NOT the cheapies!) bows with real horse hair. French or German/Butler Bow, fractional sizes too.

ARTIST Carbon Fiber Bass Bows - $359 These beautiful bows are made of a woven carbon fiber in a traditional brown color, and have great balance and feel – Mark took one home for himself!

GAGE/CODABOW Metropolitan Bow - $939-949 These extraordinary woven carbon fiber bows available in French or German at Gollihur Music. Their method was to work interactively with prototypes in order to reach their goal: to create a bow with the feel and performance of Pernambuco. And they did!

Leather Bow Quiver - $48.50 – Free US shipping! Available in black or brown, our bow-holder is 17.5 inches tall, and is made from nicely stiff, heavy gauge black leather that holds its shape, the interior is smooth and snag-free. Leather ties secure it to your tailpiece.

Bass Bow Cases for one or two bows – From $59 These lightweight lined cases offer protection for your valuable

bow; strong inner skeleton covered with a durable, foam padded Cordura outside. Includes shoulder strap and handy zippered pocket. For both German/Butler and French Bows. See our web site for complete internal dimensions.

BASS ROSIN We carry a fine selection of rosin, & we rotate and replenish stock regularly to ensure that you get a fresh cake. Choose from: Carlsson $10; Pops $7.50; Hidersine grade#2 $7.50; Super-Sensitive Hypoallergenic Clarity, Winter or Summer grade $9, Nyman's $11, Pirastro Mittel (Medium) $9; Kolstein Ultra Formulation Supreme: All-Weather, hard, or soft $11, Petz Premium $16.50. More on site!

BASS PARTS Bass Bridges: Adjustable and Fixed. Photos, measurements, and instructions for choosing the right bridge are all on-line. Fine maple bridges; adjustables have lightweight, ergonomic aluminum adjusters. Our ¾ size adjustable bridges are just $69. Also available, ¼, ½, and 4/4 sizes $79.50. Black Aluminum Adjusters $22.75/pair. European Fixed bridges start at $49. KOLSTEIN Bridge w/exotic wood Adjusters: $19 5. Soundpost – Canadian Sitka Spruce: $21 - FREE US shipping! Soundpost Setter Tool - $35 Endpin Assemblies: Deluxe $64 • Standard $43 • Carbon Fiber $69 ENGELHARDT/Kay OEM Endpin $33 • Extra-long $41 Super Endpin Ball - Rubber endpin cover $19 Tailpieces, sized for standard 3/4 size basses. Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba) - $51 Ebony - $62 • Lightweight Composite - $49 KOLSTEIN ebony w/adjustable saddles! - $195 KAY & ENGELHARDT Tailpiece Badges - $32 Tailpiece Hangers (Tailguts): stranded steel $10; Wittner wrapped adjustable stainless steel $34; 19.5 inch Nylon $10; Tekrium (synthetic) $17.50. Bass Necks & Fingerboards: Hard maple ENGELHARDT $121 • Jatoba Fingerboard $84, Ebony $225. Ebony nut or saddle, $7.50 each Tuning Machines German-made Rubner, two matching plated, or four individual tuners $109. See site for more, including Electric Upright Bass tuners and replacements for NS Design Basses. Leather Bass Edge Protector Set – Bumpers This set of four leather protectors come in natural, brown, and black. Protect your bass edges! $22/Free Shipping


BASS CASES (GIG BAGS)

Gollihur Gig Bag - $149 w/ FREE US SHIPPING (to the US lower 48; small surcharge to AK & HI). Our custom-made “house” bag incorporates features from cases that I've used over the years, and adds a few nice touches. A major important feature for a bass bag, aside from the obvious protection and price, is how easy it is to get on and off. I don't want a wrestling match with a bag! These bags have zippers on both sides of the bag -- one that goes from the endpin to within a few inches of the top, and the other that just about opens to the top of the lower bout of the bass. This bag opens w-i-d-e, ready to swallow your bass without the aggravation of other cases I have had. This distinctive bag is available in a really attractive Hunter Green or Black, along with our embroidered BASS logo. Also features: • Lots of Double stitched handles • Monster sized zippers on both sides and all pockets • Large padded bridge protector • Our International BASS logo embroidered in white • One bow pocket, three accessory pockets • A pair of D-rings on the shoulders • Rich soft lining, finished seams • 20mm (over 3/4 inch!) of two stage foam • Durable Cordura style, heavy duty water resistant material outer shell. It fits ¾ size Kays and Engelhardts perfectly. See our web site for more photos and specific measurements.

PROFESSIONAL Bass Bag - $269 This seriously heavy-duty case features thick padding, shoulder straps & wheels. While the Gollihur Bag is a great case, more frequent giggers will want a bag with heavier duty padding and straps, including heavy duty backpack straps. This is it, and at a great price. This bag has dense, lined padding that is approximately 1¼" thick. See the array of photos on-line to truly appreciate this bag and list of features, like: • Seven heavily stitched, reinforced handles • monster sized zippers on both sides, the main zipper goes completely around the scroll • heavy

duty bridge protector • Padded, adjustable backpack straps • Two luggage-style 1.5” wheels at the base of the back • Large pleated bow pocket • Expandable accessory pocket • Two zippered compartments on the back • Lots of rubber bumpers/skid patches • Rich lining with finished seams • Durable heavy duty Cordura-type outer shell This is a bag that can run with the big dogs, and at a price that will surprise you -- in grey/maroon trim, or black/gray.

BASS STANDS

INGLES Bass Stand - $53.49 This is our most popular bass stand. With its adjustable cradle and padded neck clip, it’s simple to use and secure; all contact surfaces are covered with a protective foam. Metal construction, weighs 8.2 pounds and folds flat. Can handle a bass, cello, or other instruments that can be “cradled.”

KÖNIG AND MEYER 141 Bass Stand - $109 Electric Upright Bass Stand - $134.99 NEW LOWER PRICE! This stand has a very solid frame with

spring-lock arms that surround the C bout. Made for years, this updated black version has a deeper, triangular “cup” -- and is of a slightly more robust construction -- than the original chrome model. Special alternate version for Electric Upright Basses eliminates the cradles and uses an

adjustable neck-holding bracket; works for most EUBs.

HERCULES Bass Stand - $75.95 Easy: simply lift the bass onto the padded bottom cradle, and lean it onto the padded backrest. Two locking pins prevent the stand from "folding" on you unexpectedly. Solid and strong, with a capacity over 100 pounds - far more than your bass weighs. It includes an integrated hook for hanging your bow. Folds flat, made of metal -- yet weighs only 7.5 pounds.

BASS PERFORMANCE CHAIRS

Lightweight, Pro, and Ultimate Stool - $169-$399.98 We have three different stools, all featuring adjustable heights and padded seats; our Lightweight Model folds small and flat, and has a seat which can be set anywhere

between 18-32”. The Professional Stool is more robust, still light, and features a

“spring” seat that has height increments between 12.5-33.5”. The Ultimate Stool from German Manufacturer K&M is the most comfortable, and has a well-padded seat and backrest; truly the best for long rehearsals!

All Stools feature FREE SHIPPING to the Continental USA!


ACCESSORIES

Solid Rubber Endpin Wheel - $42 GAINES Deluxe Bass Wheel - $144 Bass Buggie Transporter - $120 (Free US Shipping!) Moving a bass over long distances can be stressful – on your shoulders, and on your bass. Smooth the ride with a classic endpin wheel! Just pull the end pin rod out and slip in a post with a smooth-rolling, large-diameter tire.

Our Solid Rubber Endpin Wheel rolls on ball bearings. It has a ½ inch shaft designed to fit the standard Kay and Engelhardt end pin, or alternately a 8mm or 10mm size shaft. The 5.75 solid rubber wheel has some give, enough for a laminated bass. But a carved (or more fragile) bass deserves the

Gaines Heavy Duty Bass Wheel; a fully pneumatic eight inch tire with an inner tube, which is the best way to absorb the shock of the road rather than transmit it to your valuable instrument. Removable shafts in many sizes make it possible to economically own one wheel for use with multiple instruments, obtaining a new pin to fit another bass. The wheel itself uses heavy duty ball bearings, and the whole assembly is made of top quality hardware, with a lifetime warranty on all the metal parts. If you don’t want to deal with the “ins and outs” of an endpin wheel, check out the fabulous Bass Buggie Transporter. An

alternative to a wheel, it allows you to roll your bass around like a hand truck. With large (6") diameter "rollerblade" style wheels, the Bass Buggie rolls very smoothly and is easy to control. You can even use

the Bass Buggie with or without your bass bag on your bass.

KOLSTEIN'S Cleaning and Polishing Kit - $22.50 Top shelf care. Includes cleaner, which removes stubborn dirt and rosin build up, and polish, to restore the full natural luster of the finest finishes. Two polishing cloths are included.

KOLSTEIN Bass Bib - $27.50 Protect your bass' finish! Strap loops around the neck to hold the bib securely in place. Features a luxurious covering with satin backing, includes accessory pocket and pencil holder. Dark brown velvet or black with satin backing.

Meisel Metro Tuner - $32 This compact device offers lots of goodies, including a chromatic tuner with both a built-in microphone and 1/4” input; a visual metronome needle, flashing multi-color LEDs, pulsing beat; and a 3 octave Tone Generator for tuning by ear. Includes onboard speaker, headphone jack, and more.

Meisel COM-90 Clip On Tuner - $25 This cool MEISEL tuner has a small transducer built into the clamp to sense your bass’ vibration, great for tuning in noisy rooms (but it also has a mic). I’ve tried several clip on tuners, but the COM-90 kicks butt. It is small, at 2.25" x 1.5" x .45" (without gooseneck, clip) and the display is a very visible bright blue that changes to green when you are in tune!

BOOKS AND DVDS We have a growing collection of useful videos, books, and lesson materials. We can only just touch upon them here, but full descriptions are on the website! And ALL VIDEOS and BOOKS SHIP FREE IN THE USA! Essential Elements Book/CD/DVD set - $24.97 Essential Techniques for Acoustic Bass by Todd Phillips - Two DVD Set - $46.95 Essential Elements is an excellent series for a new player. And a bargain, too! Three 48 page books with photos, illustrations, index, music exercises, songs, tips, etc.; three Audio CD's to accompany the exercises; a DVD with a video program and computer software. See our site for more details. The Essential Techniques Videos are for those who find visual instruction easier than the written word. Not specific to any style, it is a great starting point. Some other great instructional videos and books we have: Jazz Upright Bass DVD by Ed Friedland $19.95 All Star Bluegrass Jam Along for Bass $19.95 Rockabilly Slap Bass taught by Lee Rocker $29.95 Ray Brown's Bass Method $14.95 Charles Mingus More Than a Play-Along (Book + CD) $24.95 Ron Carter - Building Jazz Bass Lines $19.95 Jazz Bass on Top Left-Hand Technique, by Andy McKee $14.95 We have sheet music books that include transcriptions of famous jazz performances, and excellent solo repertoire for auditions. We carry the Bass Version of the “Real Book.” We also have several “Play-Along” book/CD Combos. Check out killer performance videos from Charles Mingus and Ron Carter, and a cool “Coffee Table” book that’s all about jazz. Finally, we have some excellent guides to repair and setup, like the highly-regarded Chuck Traeger books, and the H.S. Wake Instructional Book to build a bass from scratch, with blueprints included. Like I said – more than I could possibly list in this small space – visit the website for more details!


ELECTRIC BASS INSTRUMENTS

Eminence Portable 4-String Upright Bass - $2840 Five String $3231 • Removable Neck 4 $3118 • R/N-5 $3509 For a portable double bass, I still gravitate to an instrument that

feels familiar to my hands and ears, and the EMINENCE EUB really fits the bill. This is an actual hollow-bodied acoustic instrument, with a “legit” sound post and bass bar. It SOUNDS real because it IS real. The Eminence can be had with a fixed neck, or a removable neck that allows you to transport the bass in a travel case for flying. Here are some details that apply to both: • Fully acoustic body delivers real acoustic sound • Small body size allows the Eminence bass to fit into any conventional car • Standard-size neck and scale length for familiar feel and playing ease • Fully adjustable bridge height allows personalized action adjustments • Removable Waist Extension simulates typical

double bass contact Contact us for bonus items and free US shipping!

Padded soft case, waist extension, Realist pickup, and Steady-foot™ Anti-rotational End Pin Foot are included. We stock replacement Eminence adjustable bridges, stands, cases, machines, and bout extensions.

NS Design CR4M/CR5M EUBs – $Call for Price! Omni Bass 34” Electric Upright Bass – $Call for Price! The Eminence is surely the closest thing to "the real thing" in a

more portable format, but our favorite solid body bass is the NS Design CR-M (4 or 5 string) which features both magnetic and piezo pickup elements, an active preamp, and lots of gig-worthy features. The "Polar™" control changes the piezo pickup's response to either vertical or lateral vibration (for the best bowed and plucked sounds. Top shelf! The Omni Bass is uniquely attractive those who want a "crossover" instrument, with a 34” bass guitar scale, but with an arched fingerboard for bowing. The very

cool Boomerang™ Strap System lets you wear the instrument just like a regular electric bass. It is available as both four and five string models. The Omni Bass is also available in fretted form; prices are slightly higher. Contact us for our unbeatably low selling prices.

NS Design 2016 WAV Basses $999-1049 Reintroduced for 2016, this model is similar to the NXT (next column), but made in Indonesia by their manufacturing partner. Set up in the USA by Ned’s crack staff. Available in four great colors, and with 4 or 5 strings. Really nice bass for not a lot of scratch!

NS Design NXTa Electric Upright Bass $1599-1699 NS Design NXTa OmniBass Short Scale $1699-1799 Same fit and finish from the meticulous Czech shop, with a maple body and composite fingerboard, at a lower price point. New NXTa models include a rechargeable flash buffering preamp. Available in Amberburst or Black Satin finish, includes tripod stand. A full-scale instrument with proper string spacing and a “bowable” arched fingerboard. The NXTa OmniBass is a shorter scale (34”) model with the same features; it comes with their “Boomerang Strap,” Also available with 4 or 5 strings. All NXTa models come with a nice padded gig bag, and are fully set up and ready to play right out of the box. We carry and stock NS DESIGN accessories -- Flight Cases, Stands, Strap Systems, Neck Heel, strings; we even have a special plastic Hard Case we found. Check the site for details!

EXCLUSIVE at Gollihur Music! NS Design NXT Traditional EUB $1649-1799 Our new exclusive "NXT Traditional Model" bass has the following unique upgrades from the standard NXT:

Strung with NS Electric Traditional Strings for more "upright-timbred" tone

Fitted with the high-quality Schaller tuners that come standard on the NS Design CR-grade basses

Finished in a Gollihur-exclusive "traditional brown" finish for a more traditional appearance

Removable "f-hole" cling decals (if you don't like them, they peel off with no residue) to complete the look

If you want an EUB to be a good alternative to your full-size upright, this one is ready to go!

Dean Pace Contra Electric Upright Bass: $699 The Dean Pace Contra Bass is their newer, truer, compact upright bass. With a properly arched fingerboard (bowable!) and true 3/4 scale string length, it's a welcome budget-friendly portable upright bass option! Includespadded gig bag and onboard preamp w/headphone jack and Mp3 player input.

Gold Tone Micro Bass/Short Scale EBG: $393.50 - $450 This awesome little bass has great sound and easy playability on its short 23” or 25” scale and comfortable poly strings. Designed to be played with an amp, the output is warm, full, and bassy enough to shake the walls. A great “jam” instrument, and can also cut the gig when the upright is just too big! Fretted and fretless models in stock!


NEW UPRIGHT BASSES

Gollihur Music Estle Louis Basses Laminated Basses in ¾, ½, and ¼ sizes - $1349 Rockabilly Bass PACKAGE - $1639 Fully Carved Basses in ¾ & ½ sizes - $2749 I spent quite a bit of time over the past several years searching for a well-made and great-sounding bass that could be completely set up before shipping. We have at last found a reputable builder and a detail-oriented shop with whom we could make these arrangements. Having sold these basses now for several years, you can find many positive reviews on the internet from very satisfied customers! The laminated Gollihur Music Estle Louis basses are available with Gamba style corners (inward curves as in photo) in ¾, ½ and ¼ size, and Violin style corners in ¾ size. The fully carved Gollihur Music Estle Louis basses are available with Gamba style corners in ¾ and ½ size. The price includes the professional set-up and adjustable bridge.

NEW to the lineup is “ED” – the cool “Rockabilly” vibed bass with the oh-so-slick black finish. It’s our first bass to be a complete, step right up PACKAGE, complete with pro strings, pickup, and a bass bag -- all for one amazing price. Distinctive gloss black finish with a white pinstripe -- and even a personalized tattoo on the heel, this bass gets you right up to speed! (Rockabilly slap chops not included) No matter which one you get, your brand-new Estle Louis bass is strung up and

READY TO PLAY when you receive it... no luthier trip or extra costs needed! This setup service includes: • Planing the fingerboard (carving the appropriate "relief" into the board) for low action • Fitting a quality maple adjustable bridge • Shaping the nut for left-hand ease of play • Ensuring optimum soundpost placement • Playing each instrument to ensure maximum playability and sound. These basses can be used for any style of music. We can also have any string we carry installed on your bass if you like (at additional cost), or you may wish to start with the stock string and replace them later. What makes these basses such an amazing value? • Your bass arrives FULLY SET UP by a luthier - no additional costs are required to optimize the playability or tone. Your new bass can essentially be played right out of the box!

• Your bass includes a quality maple adjustable bridge (an expensive upgrade at bass shops) already installed and properly fitted. • Your bass contains quality components (tuning machines, endpin) so there are no parts you'll need to upgrade. • Real Ebony fingerboard and tailpiece - not "ebonized" (painted or stained) hardwoods. • 10-Day evaluation period – you won’t get stuck with an instrument you don’t love!

ENGELHARDT Basses (Various Models)

Engelhardt bought Kay's double bass and cello production facilities in the late 60's when Kay closed up, and has continued manufacturing the same line of basses and cellos ever since. ENGELHARDTS follow the Kay line closely and have the following bass models available at unexpectedly low prices. Check out our exclusive Gollihur Music Engelhardt Bass! We’ve teamed with Engelhardt to make two

exclusive models that pay tribute to the 1941 Kay Bob has had since 1966. The body is finished in a rich medium dark satin color, and it includes an upgraded conventional endpin, scalloped fingerboard end, and adjustable bridge. Classic (Jatoba trim) $1329, & Supreme (ebony trim) $1679

Other Engelhardt Models: EC-1 Concert (Gamba), Jatoba fingerboard, $1299 EM-1 Maestro, Jatoba fingerboard, $1299 EM1-B Blonde Maestro, Jatoba fingerboard, $1369 EM-3 Maestro Junior 1/4 size bass $1149 ES-1 Supreme, ebony board, nicer woods, $1799 EG-1 Gamba Supreme; same w/gamba corners, $1799 ES-9 Swingmaster, ebony fb, famous blonde finish $1899 EG-9 Gamba Swingmaster; same w/gamba style corners $1899

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