ardi100 Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Hi, I've been offered first rights on my school's unused (2nd) Zeller double bass. It feels smaller than other basses I've played and when I measured it, the string length bridge to nut was around 40 inches. So, two questions, then. Firstly, what size is it? Secondly, should I buy it even if it's not exactly 3/4? It's in great nick and sounded lovely. We haven't talked price yet but I think it'll be cheap. Any thoughts appreciated. Oh, and can you just get a longer end pin if it's too low? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guyl Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I'm no expert, but I'd guess that the sound is far more important than the size. If you get a great sound AND it fits in the car - that sounds like a bonus! You can change the endpin to suit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
velvetkevorkian Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 40-41" is a pretty standard 3/4 string length, and should be pretty comfortable to play. There's not really a defined size for double basses but the Zellers are pretty good value. If the price is right I would go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBeatNut Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Bob Gollihur to the rescue. [url="http://www.gollihurmusic.com/faq/2-SIZES_DOUBLE_BASS_SIZING_FAQ.html"]DB SIZE FAQ[/url] FWIW it's possible to place the bridge incorrectly on any upright and finish up with a string length that doesn't reflect the size of the bass. So body dimensions are a better guide. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ardi100 Posted November 20, 2008 Author Share Posted November 20, 2008 Bass bought, exciting!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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