![]() Another world I am in contact with daily, but unseen. I love this glimpse into, well, the underbelly. I’m always amazed by the fact that the pressure and tension of these stringed (highly strung) old instruments are simply held together by … animal glue. Bass repair isnt like auto repair - no two instruments present the same challenges and diagnosis is very difficult. I did wonder to Martyn, slightly tongue-in-cheek, if any vegetarian or vegan alternatives were available and he said no-one had ever asked him that before. Then hell post here about how I led him down the garden path The response from the luthier was the right response - he said it COULD be 500.00 to 750.00, which is the truth. ![]() Martyn took the opportunity to glue up some other potential cracks and previous repairs while he was at it (‘off-glue’ being the term used by luthiers to refer to where parts of an instrument have come unstuck, and often started buzzing). There are drips of varnish I guess that give it a touch of an action painting. We offer top-off repairs, as well as soundpost patches and pegbox repairs. ![]() The front is probably spruce, the rest of the bass maple (ebony fingerboard, top nut). Professional instruments may require more time to fine tune the repair and may cost more. The bass bar (the thin strip running vertically on the right) is original. (I did count these and thought of my age, though I’m trying to avoid the metaphoric pull.) This is pretty much par for the course for basses of this era, as you can see by looking at other such photos on Martyn’s website. It shows around 150 years of damage and repair on the front alone, including a soundpost patch at one stage (the oval shape between the f-holes), as well as getting on for 60 cleats glued on various cracks and dints. While the front was off Martyn took this photo of the inside. In-home or studio classes with certified upright bass teachers for beginners and advanced. He had done a brilliant and sympathetic new set-up on it a year or so ago, including a new bridge and shaving the fingerboard, and taking into account my need for a really low action for maximum ease of playing with diminishing physical strength. Take private upright bass lessons with expert teachers. And then to glue with some small wooden cleats, and clamp.Įxcellent Essex-based luthier (and double bass specialist) Martyn Bailey did the work. This involved removing the front or belly of the instrument to access the crack. Although relatively minor damage, it required slightly more major attention to repair it properly. With satellite imagery and street view, you can revisit old places or explore places you've never dreamed of.A small crack, 6″ or so, appeared in the upper rib of my bass last summer (see below). Looking for a place to eat? It's all in Google Maps: browse nearby restaurants, find one you like, check out the dining environment, and even make reservations. ![]() The wonderful world is all around you, waiting for you to discover. Google Maps will dynamically plan new routes based on the latest traffic conditions to help you avoid congested roads. Or even better, join a local guide program to share your favorite stores. Torn between two businesses? You can start by looking at comments and photos shared by locals to make a more informed decision. Give your drivers and customers the Google Maps experience they know and love with routes that cover 40 million miles of roads in over 200 countries and territories. Whether you’re expanding your ridesharing operations into Australia or deploying a two-wheeler service in India, we’ve got you covered with detailed, high-quality data for urban areas and cities around the globe. Deliver great experiences all over the globe Our showroom at the Bass Violin Shop houses a selection of fine double basses, bows, and accessories that will fit any budget.
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