Christian Topman Posted March 4, 2014 Share Posted March 4, 2014 [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]Colin Cross Solo Double Bass. Built in 2008 for Jon Thorne (Lamb). A flat back 3/4 solo instrument. Amazing sound and playability.[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]The Bass features: Highest quality seasoned spruce top and flamed maple sides and back.[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]Adjustable Bridge Top quality Irving Sloane Machines A Morodian padded case, custom made for the instrument[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]A thin neck for easy playability [/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]A truss rod holding the neck perfectly straight[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]A short 39 1/2 inch stop length making intonation as easy as it gets[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]Currently set up with Helicore Hybrid strings. Measurements: Lower Bout - 25" (65cm) Upper Bout - 19 1/2" (49.5cm) Length of Back - 43" (109cm) Stop Length - 39 1/2" (100.5cm) The instrument is small and very easy to play, especially in the high register. Built for, so ideally suited to a soloist. It has had one small cosmetic repair carried out by Koplin Violins of York. They have also recently carried out a full professional polish and setup. The list value of the bass is £18,000 which would cover the build of a replacement. This is an exceptional instrument and has been a pleasure to own and play. I am happy to provide more information, photos, and recordings of the bass on request. The bass has been busy and can be heard in recordings by John Smith, Martha Tilston, and more Recently Chris Helme (Seahorses) It is a very reluctant sale - I am now using an older bass, far less valuable, and cannot justify owning both. No Trades.[/size][/font][/color] [attachment=156819:IMG_7946.jpg] [attachment=156820:IMG_7943.jpg] [attachment=156821:IMG_7942.jpg] [attachment=156822:IMG_7956.jpg] [attachment=156823:IMG_7949.jpg] [attachment=156824:IMG_7941.jpg] [attachment=156825:IMG_7940.jpg] [attachment=156826:IMG_7939.jpg] [attachment=156827:IMG_7951.jpg] [attachment=156828:IMG_7955.jpg] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 I've played this bass, it's sweet, really purrs. Also Chris sold me my first double bass, he's a great guy to deal with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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AgentCooper Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 (edited) Wow, that is stunning. Wish I had funds and skills to do it justice. We were at the British Violin Makers Association exhibition not long ago and got talking to Colin (at least the Boss says it was him). It would cost a lot more than this to commission one now as effort to return ratio is nothing compared to a Violin or Viola. A truly stunning instrument that will serve many a generation. Edited April 16, 2014 by AgentCooper 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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