Duke Special BRG Double Bass 3/4

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Duke Special BRG Double Bass 3/4

Duke

Special BRG Double Bass 3/4

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 488856
Brand: Duke
Model: Special BRG Double Bass 3/4
Price: $3,685.00

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This Duke Special BRG is a really interesting instrument - the viola da gamba shape gives it a unique character and a surprisingly warm tone, thanks to those gut strings. It's a great option for students or players looking for a distinctive, vintage-inspired sound without the premium price tag of a fully handcrafted model. It's really geared towards classical, jazz, or folk players who appreciate a warmer, more nuanced sound.

Product Description

  • Duke Special BRG Double Bass 3/4
  • Double Bass
  • Size: 3/4
  • In the shape of a viola da gamba
  • Laminated top
  • Laminated back
  • Natural oiled ebony fingerboard (Diospyros crassiflora)
  • Nut and saddle made from ebony
  • Height adjustable endpin
  • Tyrolean style machine heads
  • Stringing: Gut-A-Like strings
  • Slap stringing
  • Colour: Matte transparent dark brown

*Note:* The intensity of the flaming may vary.

PROS
  • • Viola da gamba shape offers a unique, resonant tone and aesthetic.
  • • Gut-A-Like strings provide a warm, vintage sound ideal for classical and jazz.
  • • Natural oiled ebony fingerboard ensures smooth playability and comfortable feel.
  • • Tyrolean machine heads offer precise and reliable tuning adjustments.
CONS
  • • Laminated construction, while cost-effective, limits high-end tonal complexity.
  • • 3/4 size may be restrictive for taller players or those preferring a full-size bass.
  • • Matte finish can be prone to fingerprints and require careful maintenance.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 3/4
Top Laminated Plywood
Back & Sides Laminated Plywood
Fingerboard Natural Oiled Ebony (Diospyros crassiflora)
Bow Included No
Weight Approximately 11-13 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s warmer and slightly less complex than a solid wood bass, lacking some of the overtones and sustain, but still delivers a pleasing, vintage tone.
It's best for players 5’4” and under, though some taller players may find it manageable; a full-size bass would be more comfortable for most adults.
Yes, the strings are standard and easily replaceable; steel core strings would offer more projection and a brighter tone, but at the expense of the vintage warmth.

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