Best Scala Vilagio Solid Double Basses 2026
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Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.8/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Tarantini Piccolo
Solo Performance
Chamber Music
Professional Concert
Key Feature:
• Rich harmonic content
✓ PROS
- • Professional concert standard
- • Rich harmonic content
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and difficult to transport
- • Vulnerable to damage
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Tarantini PiccoloPiccolo Double BassDouble bass made completely of solid wood in small violin...
⭐
4.8/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 452296
$6,369
#2
⭐
4.4/5
(2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Tarantini Grande
Classical
Orchestra
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Investment-quality instrument
✓ PROS
- • Rich harmonic content
- • Professional concert standard
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to climate changes
- • Very expensive investment
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Tarantini GrandeDouble BassSize: 3/4Double bass made completely of solid wood in violin shape...
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4.4/5
(2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 452298
$6,369
#3
⭐
4.8/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Busseto IB
Classical
Solo Performance
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Rich harmonic content
✓ PROS
- • Professional concert standard
- • Investment-quality instrument
✗ CONS
- • Very expensive investment
- • Heavy and difficult to transport
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Busseto IBDouble BassBeautiful full solid double bass in Busseto styleManufactured in the...
⭐
4.8/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 515949
$6,369
#4
⭐
5.0/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Marcucci IB
Orchestra
Professional Concert
Classical
Key Feature:
• Investment-quality instrument
✓ PROS
- • Investment-quality instrument
- • Maximum acoustic resonance
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and difficult to transport
- • Vulnerable to damage
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Marcucci IBDouble BassBeautiful fully solid double bass in slim violin shape made according...
⭐
5.0/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 515943
$6,149
#5
⭐
4.8/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Busan 3/4 IB
Solo Performance
Chamber Music
Classical
Key Feature:
• Investment-quality instrument
✓ PROS
- • Rich harmonic content
- • Complex tonal development
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and difficult to transport
- • Very expensive investment
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Busan 3/4 IBDouble BassSize: 3/4Double bass made completely of solid wood in violin shape in...
⭐
4.8/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 452284
$6,039
#6
⭐
4.7/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Gofriller IB
Solo Performance
Orchestra
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Complex tonal development
✓ PROS
- • Maximum acoustic resonance
- • Professional concert standard
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and difficult to transport
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Gofriller IBDouble BassSize: 3/4Double bass made completely of solid wood in violin shape in...
⭐
4.7/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 452290
$6,259
#7
⭐
4.8/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Ceruti IB
Chamber Music
Solo Performance
Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Rich harmonic content
✓ PROS
- • Maximum acoustic resonance
- • Rich harmonic content
✗ CONS
- • Very expensive investment
- • Requires expert setup and maintenance
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Ceruti IBSolid Wood Double BassSize: 3/4Double bass made completely of solid wood in violin...
⭐
4.8/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 452300
$6,039
#8
⭐
4.6/5
(49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Bucur IB
Orchestra
Chamber Music
Solo Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional concert standard
✓ PROS
- • Investment-quality instrument
- • Maximum acoustic resonance
✗ CONS
- • Very expensive investment
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Bucur IBSolid Double BassViolin shapeMade in the master workshop of Ioan BucurSolid spruce...
⭐
4.6/5
(49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 515984
$6,259
#9
⭐
4.6/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass French Model IB
Chamber Music
Classical
Professional Concert
Key Feature:
• Maximum acoustic resonance
✓ PROS
- • Investment-quality instrument
- • Professional concert standard
✗ CONS
- • Very expensive investment
- • Requires expert setup and maintenance
Scala Vilagio Double Bass French Model IBDouble BassSolid double bass in slim violin shape according to French...
⭐
4.6/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 515982
$6,039
#10
⭐
4.7/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Gamba IB
Solo Performance
Chamber Music
Classical
Key Feature:
• Professional concert standard
✓ PROS
- • Professional concert standard
- • Complex tonal development
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and difficult to transport
- • Requires expert setup and maintenance
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Gamba IBSolid Double BassIn viola da gamba shapeMade in the master workshop of Ioan...
⭐
4.7/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 515998
$6,149
#11
⭐
4.8/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Bernardel IB
Chamber Music
Classical
Professional Concert
Key Feature:
• Investment-quality instrument
✓ PROS
- • Maximum acoustic resonance
- • Investment-quality instrument
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and difficult to transport
- • Requires expert setup and maintenance
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Bernardel IBDouble BassBeautiful full solid double bass in violin shapeMade in the master...
⭐
4.8/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 515987
$5,929
#12
⭐
4.6/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Rogeri IB
Solo Performance
Classical
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Professional concert standard
✓ PROS
- • Investment-quality instrument
- • Rich harmonic content
✗ CONS
- • Heavy and difficult to transport
- • Sensitive to climate changes
Scala Vilagio Double Bass Rogeri IBSolid Wood Double BassDouble bass made completely of solid wood in violin shape in...
⭐
4.6/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 452294
$6,369
How to Choose the Best Solid 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 solid 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.
