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Best Child/Youth Double Basses Under $5,000 2025

Affordable child/youth double basses under $5,000 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Student For Youth Orchestra For School Programs For Beginning Bassists For Educational
BRANDS: Thomann
Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-180-B Double Bass 1/2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-180-B Double Bass 1/2

by Alfred Stingl by Höfner
School Programs Youth Orchestra Student
Key Feature:
• Appropriate scale for young players
✓ PROS
  • • Encourages orchestral participation
  • • Enables early bass education
✗ CONS
  • • Outgrown as student develops
  • • Transportation challenges remain

Alfred Stingl by Höfner AS-180-B Double Bass 1/2Double Bass 1/2In the shape of a viola da gambaVeneered spruce...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 408859
$3,289
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Stentor SR1950 Double Bass Stud.1/16 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Stentor SR1950 Double Bass Stud.1/16

by Stentor
School Programs Beginning Bassists Educational
Key Feature:
• Available in multiple sizes
✓ PROS
  • • Appropriate scale for young players
  • • Encourages orchestral participation
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive for temporary use
  • • Outgrown as student develops

Stentor SR1950 Double Bass Stud.1/16Double BassStudent 1/16 BassTop: Solid spruceLaminated maple bodyStained hardwood...

⭐ 4.5/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 249963
$2,034
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Gewa Premium Line Solid Top DB 1/2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Gewa Premium Line Solid Top DB 1/2

by Gewa
Educational Student Youth Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Enables early bass education
✓ PROS
  • • Appropriate scale for young players
  • • More manageable than full size
✗ CONS
  • • Still quite large even when scaled
  • • Transportation challenges remain

Gewa Premium Line Solid Top DB 1/2Semi-Solid Double BassSize: 1/2ViolinformSolid spruce topLaminated back and...

⭐ 4.9/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 549024
$2,189
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Gewa Premium Line Solid Top DB 1/4 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Gewa Premium Line Solid Top DB 1/4

by Gewa
Youth Orchestra School Programs Educational
Key Feature:
• Appropriate scale for young players
✓ PROS
  • • Enables early bass education
  • • Encourages orchestral participation
✗ CONS
  • • Still quite large even when scaled
  • • Transportation challenges remain

Gewa Premium Line Solid Top DB 1/4Semi-Solid Double BassSize: 1/4ViolinformSolid spruce topLaminated back and...

⭐ 5.0/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 549028
$2,079
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Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/2

by Stentor
Student Beginning Bassists Youth Orchestra
Key Feature:
• More manageable than full size
✓ PROS
  • • Available in multiple sizes
  • • Encourages orchestral participation
✗ CONS
  • • Still quite large even when scaled
  • • Expensive for temporary use

Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/2Double Bass 1/2Completely made of solid woodSolid spruce topSolid maple back and...

⭐ 4.6/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 613492
$3,179
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Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/4 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/4

by Stentor
Student Educational School Programs
Key Feature:
• More manageable than full size
✓ PROS
  • • Encourages orchestral participation
  • • Enables early bass education
✗ CONS
  • • Still quite large even when scaled
  • • Transportation challenges remain

Stentor SR1438 Double Bass 1/4Double Bass 1/4Completely made of solid woodSolid spruce topSolid maple back and...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 613494
$3,179
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How to Choose the Best Child/Youth Double Basses

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced child/youth double basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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