thisnameistaken Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 (edited) This was my first double bass, It's a 3/4 laminate. The label inside says it was made in Germany by Wilhelm Eberle, which points to it being a '60s Musima factory bass. It's had the neck broken at some point in its past like most basses this age, but that was before I owned it (I've had it for three years) and the neck repair certainly seems secure if a bit ugly. According to the previous owner the repair was done by John Scheerer's in Leeds, which my local luthier described as 'enterprising of them'! There's also a small ding in one of the ribs where the laminate has been caved in. Again it's been there since I've owned the bass and hasn't been a problem. I've included a photo of it. The strings have a 105cm speaking length which is the same as my other 3/4 and seems to be fairly standard, and it's fitted with an adjustable bridge with brass screws, it also has brass geared 'Tyrolean'-style tuners. It's currently strung with Cordes Lambert Gut Twin '47 synthetic strings which are designed for a good old-time slapping sound and they're really very good for that, although they give quite a bit more sustain than real gut when played pizz. If you prefer a more all-round string I've got a set of Innovation Honeys I can put on instead, they sound and feel a lot like Spirocore Weichs. I'll also bung in the bow and gig bag that I got with it. Both are very basic but do the job. Sound wise it's bloody loud, which is why I've been keeping it since I got my other bass - I've been using this one for busking unamplified. I can't post it so it would have to be collected from me in York, or I can drive it somewhere if it's not too far - PM me and we'll see what we can arrange. Cannot include the dog in the sale, sorry. I also can't get him to bloody move when I need to take photos. [attachment=156607:IMG_20140301_140014.jpg] [attachment=156608:IMG_20140301_140030.jpg] [attachment=156609:IMG_20140301_140038.jpg] [attachment=156610:IMG_20140301_140110.jpg] [attachment=156611:IMG_20140301_140126.jpg] [attachment=156612:IMG_20140301_140222.jpg] [attachment=156613:IMG_20140301_140245.jpg] [attachment=156614:IMG_20140301_140325.jpg] Edited March 14, 2014 by thisnameistaken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 I have a Musima bass (with ubiquitous neck repair) as my main gigging bass. It's surprisingly resonant for a ply bass and is built like the proverbial brick outhouse. A lovely slim neck makes it a breeze to play, particularly for a beginner. Great price for a great workhorse bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted March 10, 2014 Author Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) Who will buy my bass. For this week only, I will throw in some free pegs. After this week you will not only not receive any pegs but I will also put a gypsy curse on you, and you will be either barren or financially unfortunate in some vague way. Edited March 10, 2014 by thisnameistaken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BruceBass3901 Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 If this wasn't so far away from me (about 4 hours drive) I would snap this up! Good luck with the sale! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Ditto - I'm also after a nice loud DB for purely acoustic use at the moment and don't have a huge budget (well, I don't have any budget really) but I'm similarly 4 hours away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Four hours? Wimps! You could do that on a bicycle ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BruceBass3901 Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 [quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1394545069' post='2392468'] Four hours? Wimps! You could do that on a bicycle ... [/quote] Not with that bass on the way back I couldn't! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassace Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Right now there's a northerly so strap it on your back and sail all the way home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jezyorkshire Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 HI legion, you gonna get back into Double Bass, just got myself another after 2 year layoff due to domestic issues lol, hope your well mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 [quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1394545069' post='2392468'] Four hours? Wimps! You could do that on a bicycle ... [/quote] Its not the four hours, its the time to fit in the four hours! I'll be in Bristol next week, USA the week after, Czech the week after that (and I will be trying to check out some DB's whilst there) [quote name='Jezyorkshire' timestamp='1394552426' post='2392586'] HI legion, you gonna get back into Double Bass, just got myself another after 2 year layoff due to domestic issues lol, hope your well mate [/quote] Hi Jez, all good here thanks. All being well yes, I'd love to get back to the DB. If I can find something nice in my price range Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted March 11, 2014 Author Share Posted March 11, 2014 You all live way too far south. Move to York, it's lovely, we've got basses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owencf Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Apart from you being 350 miles south and the inevitable divorce should i get another double bass. I would seriously consider this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Topman Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Anyone know Nigel Slee? great Leeds Bass Player. Used to cycle around leeds in all weather, up and down hills with his double bass strapped to his back. This bass for sale is a bargain.....it really is exceedingly loud!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassbadger Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 PM'd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted March 12, 2014 Author Share Posted March 12, 2014 Thanks all. The bass is now on hold until the weekend, it has a potential buyer visiting on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted March 14, 2014 Author Share Posted March 14, 2014 Sold to the gentleman from Somerset. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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