Christian Topman Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 (edited) [size=4][font=Arial][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][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][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]The Bass features: Highest quality seasoned spruce top and flamed maple sides and back.[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]Adjustable Bridge Top quality Irving Sloane Machines[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]A thin neck for easy playability [/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]A truss rod holding the neck perfectly straight[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][size=4][font=Helvetica][size=3]A short 39 1/2 inch stop length making intonation as easy as it gets - access to the upper register is a breeze for the solo player[/size][/font][/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Currently set up with medium Spirocore E and A, Eva Perrazzi D and G[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Measurements:[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Lower Bout - 25" (65cm)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Upper Bout - 19 1/2" (49.5cm)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Length of Back - 43" (109cm)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]Stop Length - 39 1/2" (100.5cm)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]The instrument is small and very easy to play, especially in the high register. Built for, so ideally suited to a soloist. The sound is precise, tight and very "growly" in the lower register. The sound is perfectly even over the full register of the instrument without any dead or wolf notes.[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]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.[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]The list value of the bass is £18,000 which would cover the build of a replacement.[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]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. It is a working instrument, small and light so easy to transport.[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]The bass has been busy and can be heard in recordings by John Smith, Martha Tilston, and more Recently Chris Helme (Seahorses)[/size][/font] [font=Helvetica][size=3]It is a very reluctant sale - I am now using an older bass, less valuable, and cannot justify owning both. Please get in touch if you want to try it.[/size][/font][/font][/size] [size=4][font=Arial][font=Helvetica][size=3]Many thanks for looking.[/size][/font][/font][/size] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/uploads/monthly_03_2014/post-22853-0-99038100-1393952093.jpg"][/url] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/uploads/monthly_03_2014/post-22853-0-18200700-1393952087.jpg"][/url] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/uploads/monthly_03_2014/post-22853-0-05225500-1393961616.jpg"][/url] [sharedmedia=core:attachments:156820] Edited October 17, 2017 by Christian Topman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 You might want to post it here instead: http://basschat.co.uk/forum/76-eub-and-double-basses-for-sale/ Ask the Mods to move it for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 ..... and add some photos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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