How much does a double bass cost?
Hybrid double basses are ideal for those looking to spend less than $3000 on a double bass. Fully carved double basses are the most expensive, costing anywhere from a few thousand dollars to hundreds of thousands.
Why are double basses so expensive?
Bass guitar is usually more expensive than regular guitars because the production of one bass guitar requires more raw materials. Also, regular guitars sell more than bass guitars. Therefore, profit margins are not big enough, so companies are compelled to raise a price for bass guitars.
Is double bass hard to learn?
The double bass is a tough master – demanding strength, stamina and proper technique from its player. As the root of the orchestra, musical and rhythmic accuracy are imperative to the success of the whole – requiring plenty of practice and repetition.
What size double bass do I need?
Double Bass Size Guide and bow options
| Height | Double Bass size | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 4′-4’6″ | 1/4 | 7-9 |
| 4’6″-5′ | 1/2 | 9-13 |
| 5’+ | 3/4 | 13+/Average Size Adult |
| 5’9″+ | 4/4 | Large Adult |
What is a 3/4 double bass?
3/4 size is recognized as a regular size bass. 99.5% of the basses are 3/4 size. But you will find that 3/4 size is by far most common bass size. A 4/4 or full size bass is really considered more of a “jumbo” or “XXL” bass – and mostly they are used in orchestras and by very tall people.
What is the difference between a double bass and a contrabass?
While both cover the same acoustic range, the double bass has more punch and is able to “speak” more clearly in higher volume situations. It is a 4 string instrument and has become the standard for orchestral music as well as jazz.
Is bass harder than cello?
The repertoire for cello is much larger, and the technique for cello runs much deeper than that of the bass. So at a certain point, cello might be “harder to learn” because the repertoire and technique are simply more difficult, but that isn’t really indicative of the inherent difficulty of the instruments.
Is bass harder than violin?
Violin is harder if you try to stand it upright and bow from the side. Played in their normal ways, however, both are equally difficult to master completely. The bass, especially played pizzicato, is easier to play at a level adequate for many kinds of music.
What is a 4 4 bass?
But you will find that 3/4 size is by far most common bass size. A 4/4 or full size bass is really considered more of a “jumbo” or “XXL” bass – and mostly they are used in orchestras and by very tall people.
Can a bassist play double bass?
It’s very common for musicians to ‘double’ or play both basses. The names of the 4 double bass strings (E,A,D,G) are identical so taking bass lines from the bass guitar to the double bass can be relatively straight forward.