yorkshiremike Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 Hi folks, At the moment I run a large Volvo estate car so can transport my DB in it's semi rigid case on it's back. I've had no problems with this so far. I may need to change to a smaller car where I would have to put the bass in a soft case and on it's side. Other than being careful no to knock the bridge am I likely to run into any problems? Thnks Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimryan Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 Morning, As long as your careful you'll be fine. Mrs Jimryan has a Hyundai i20 and my upright fits quite snug going between the front seats with the scroll over my shoulder. James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 I've transported mine in a Nissan Micra so you'll be fine. I put some padding under the upper bout to make sure that the scroll was elevated and not taking any of the weight of the bass. It's also a good idea to pack some items either side of the bass so that it doesn't roll onto its back when you go round a corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorkshiremike Posted March 19, 2017 Author Share Posted March 19, 2017 I'm amazed that a DB can go into a Micra. Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 [quote name='yorkshiremike' timestamp='1489890864' post='3260628'] I'm amazed that a DB can go into a Micra. Thanks for the info. [/quote] Micra? Pah!! https://youtu.be/NWvI3QVjlv8 No matter how many times I watch this, I still can't believe it's real. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maude Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 I had to use my daughter's Seat Arosa for a gig once. I had my doublebass, PJB Suitcase, PJB 4b cab, aluminium 'hop up' bench, and a case full of leads and stuff. No problem. You'd be surprised what you can fit a doublebass into when you have to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Burrito Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 I can rival the Micra with my ex-wife's VW Fox. No problem. Just go a bit careful as you said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goblin Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 I once had two double basses, trace 1x15 and head and a bass in a Hiscox in a Polo... that was a bit tight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickA Posted March 19, 2017 Share Posted March 19, 2017 There's a whole thread on this. Started with jazzyv asking if a DB would fit in his BMW 7 series and ending with us all agreeing a DB will fit in anything. Got my DB, stool, music stand in my skoda citigo yesterday. Reckon I can fit an electric bass and my PJB flightcase amp in at the same time!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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