What is the smallest size double bass?

What is the smallest size double bass?

1/32 size
The 1/32 size (the smallest size double bass manufactured), like all the Moretti sizes, is an exact miniature of an Andreas Morelli, right down to the aptly scaled solid brass tuning machines (see photo).

How big is a quarter size double bass?

What are the different sizes of double bass?

The standard size for adults is a ¾ double bass. A large double bass such as a ⅞ or 4/4 is very rare and not commonly used unless the person is very tall, 6.5′ + in height or they have unusually large hands. A general rule for children is to choose a bass one size smaller than usual violin size for age.

What is the lowest note a double bass can play?

E1
The lowest note of a double bass is an E1 (on standard four-string basses) at approximately 41 Hz or a C1 (≈33 Hz), or sometimes B0 (≈31 Hz), when five strings are used. This is within about an octave above the lowest frequency that the average human ear can perceive as a distinctive pitch.

How tall is a 4 4 upright bass?

Unlike violins where a violinist typically grows into a 4/4 violin, with the bass, the standard and most popular size by far is 3/4….Upright Bass Sizes.

What is a 4 4 bass?

You’ll find that the 4/4 size bass is really considered more of a “jumbo” or “XXL” bass – and mostly they are used by bassists in orchestras, where acoustic volume and fullness is very important, and the extra depth can be advantageous for those using E-string extensions for added low notes (usually down to a low C).

How tall should you be to play a 4 4 double bass?

Few 4/4 basses are made or played….Upright Bass Sizes.

Can I buy an Octobass?

How can I get an octobass? You can’t really. There are only a handful of octobasses in the world: the original (above) is on display in the Musée de la Musique in Paris, while there are octobasses at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna and the Musical Instrument Museum in Arizona.

Why is it called contrabass?

The name contrabass comes from the instrument’s Italian name, contrabbasso. Other terms for the instrument among classical performers are string bass, bass viol, or simply bass. Jazz musicians often call it the acoustic bass to distinguish it from electric bass guitars.

Can a bassist play double bass?

Can a Bassist Play Both a Double Bass and A Bass Guitar? It’s possible for bassists to know how to play both instruments, of course, but more often than not, you’ll run into bassists who know how to play one but not the other, and there are a few reasons for this.

How heavy is an upright bass?

For a new Standard or American Standard Fender Precision or Jazz Bass of the 4-string variety, the weight will be between 8.5 to 9.5lbs (3.9 to 4.3kg).

What’s the right size for a double bass?

Finding the right size double bass is crucial for comfortable playing. The best way to measure is to find either the overall height of the performer or to gauge approximate size of the instrument by the age of the player. Unusually, the most common size of double bass is the 3/4 size.

What kind of music do double basses play?

Usually bowed, the double bass is used in classical music but is also popular in Jazz and Rockabilly, where the plucking technique is often favoured. At Gear4music there are a variety of double basses in a wide range of sizes, from tiny 1/16 size for the younger player, through to the 3/4 Jazz style double bass and Full Size Orchestral Instruments.

Who are the makers of the double bass?

The Barbé family of France were well respected instrument makers in the 19th Century and produced some excellent double basses in the style of this instrument. This particular bass is being sold as Barbé School as there is no proof of the actual maker.

Where was the B & H 400 double bass made?

1/4 size B&H 400 double bass made in Czech Republic. Good quality child’s instrument in good condition, easy to play. Complete with bow. Bought from Footes in London for £1000.