Bass sizes?

[ardi100]

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?

[guyl]

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.

[velvetkevorkian]

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.

[BigBeatNut]

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

[ardi100]

Bass bought, exciting!!