chrisgriff

You're right Marc S, there's no substitute for trying and need to get out there....every electric bass I've bought has been about sound and feel rather than price point or looks....and I need to remember that! A trip to staffs is on the cards! And thanks keeponehandloose, it's good to have a recommendation I just need the guts to go in now! I've sent David Vernons a message about what stock they have....there's only mention of cellos and violins on the website so not expecting much, but it's very close to me so worth a punt. Thanks again everyone...what a lovely bunch you all are :-)

It would be mainly to play acoustically (and mainly at home ), and tend to play folk and jazz type stuff but I would be keen on the possibility of venturing into classical....basically I want the best of both worlds! lol but in brief, something that sustains well when played pizz style, hence why I've been initially looking at fully carved and solid top basses

Thanks guys, really helpful suggestions. I really appreciate you taking the time to respond. I'll take a look at Gedo website, see what they've got, and Duke for that matter ( I hadn't considered these mainly because I thought they'd be more Rockabilly etc...not my thing! However the duke special sounds very interesting indeed.). Tim toft was actually on my radar too, I think i will ring ahead to check what stock they have.......and that I might be able to try your Gedo, Pete, on my way to tim toft is very kind of you and I may well take you up on that :-) I have been looking on the used threads and eBay for ages and I mean ages, and although I have not been in a position to buy until now, nothing really came up that caught my eye. I will keep looking though...everyday! I'd be particularly interested if anyone has owned a Christopher bass too, as Atelier Kontrabass over in Frankfurt has a full range in stock, and so a visit over there would offer a wide choice to try in one go. Thanks again everyone, and for the kind welcome :-) Chris

I've been planning to buy a double bass for some time, and read a lot of really helpful stuff on these threads. I've had an EUB before and got on really well with it, but obviously realise there will be substantial differences. So I'm ready to take the plunge, however as ever, the choice of instruments available is limited by my geography! First off, I'm looking to around £2k, maybe less and maybe more for the right instrument. At the moment, there aren't many going second hand at this price point and so it's likely I'll be looking at a brand new instrument. The options near to me are: Westbury (around £2k) from Alan Gregory in Manchester Stentors ( a few to pick from) However, online or mail order options are: Thomann (strunals...plenty to choose from) Christopher DBs (fully carved ones maybe). So does anyone have any experience of buying from alan Gregory? The westburys are an easier option because of proximity but there isn't much info around on how decent these are. Getting a thomann or a Christopher seems straight forward ish too although I'd like to try them first (it may result in a trip to Germany if necessary!). So if any of you guys have any insight into any of these, It would be great to hear your views. Thanks ! Chris

Thanks so much! I can also say the same, no messing about and a gentleman!