The Carlo Amati VB1 is a superb choice for aspiring bassists seeking quality and affordability. Crafted with care, this student-level upright bass features an ebony fingerboard and tailpiece and a two-piece plate-style brass machine heads for easy tuning. With a set-up using D'Addario Prelude strings and attractive spirit varnish, the laminated spruce top and maple back, hand-graduated to replicate the quality of carved instruments, ensures an exceptional playing experience. The outfit includes a French or German graphite composite bow and a padded bag, making the Carlo Amati VB1 the perfect choice for the student musician eager to embark on their musical journey.
Features:
- Ebony fingerboard and tailpiece with 2 piece plate style brass machine heads
- Set-up with D’Addario Prelude strings
- Inlaid purfling on front and back
- Attractive and durable spirit varnish
- Laminated spruce top and laminated maple back construction
- Front and back are hand-graduated to replicate sound quality of a carved instrument
- Outfit includes French or German graphite composite bow and padded bag
- Built by Maple Leaf Strings
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