Duke Two Tone DBV Double Bass 3/4

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Duke Two Tone DBV Double Bass 3/4

Duke

Two Tone DBV Double Bass 3/4

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 405929
Brand: Duke
Model: Two Tone DBV Double Bass 3/4
Price: $4,169.00

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This Duke Two Tone DBV is a solid choice for intermediate players or students wanting a traditional sound without a premium price tag. The 3/4 size makes it manageable for younger players or those who prefer a smaller instrument, and the gut strings give it a really nice, warm character. It's a workhorse bass that'll hold its own in a variety of settings.

Product Description

  • Duke Two Tone DBV Double Bass 3/4
  • Double Bass
  • Size: 3/4
  • Violin shape
  • Laminated top
  • Laminated back
  • Natural oiled ebony fingerboard (Diospyros crassiflora)
  • Stringed with Gut-A-Like strings
  • Height adjustable endpin
  • Tyrolean style machine heads
  • Top saddle and bottom saddle made of ebony
  • Slap-string position
  • Colour: Transparent dark blond with white edges

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

PROS
  • • Diospyros crassiflora fingerboard offers a smooth, responsive playing experience.
  • • Laminated construction provides a warm, even tone suitable for various styles.
  • • Gut-A-Like strings deliver a traditional, woody, and nuanced sound.
  • • Tyrolean machine heads allow for precise and stable tuning adjustments.
CONS
  • • Laminated construction, while versatile, lacks the top-end complexity of a solid top.
  • • 3/4 size may be restrictive for taller players or those preferring a full-size feel.
  • • Transparent finish highlights flame variations, which might be inconsistent for some buyers.

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 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's well-built for the grade, with a noticeably smoother fingerboard and better tuning stability than many budget options, but lacks the projection of higher-end models.
Gut strings require more care than synthetic strings; expect to replace them more often, especially with regular playing and humidity fluctuations.
The flame figuring is a defining aesthetic feature, and each bass will have a unique pattern; some will be more pronounced than others, which is part of its charm.

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