Georg Walther Concert Double Bass 3/4 RBA
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Georg Walther
Concert Double Bass 3/4 RBA
Product Info
Article Number:
580089
Brand:
Georg Walther
Model:
Concert Double Bass 3/4 RBA
Category:
Solid Double Basses
Price:
$8,459.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Georg Walther 3/4 double bass is a beautifully crafted concert instrument. The solid construction and viola da gamba shape provide a warm, complex tone, while the Rubner tuners ensure reliable intonation. It's ideal for serious students and professionals seeking a refined, traditional sound in a manageable size.
Product Description
- Georg Walther Concert Double Bass 3/4 RBA
- Double Bass
- Size: 3/4
- Concert instrument
- D Scale: 104.5 cm
- Fully solid model
- In the shape of a viola da gamba
- Solid European spruce top
- Solid curved European maple back
- Inlaid purfling
- Rubner individual tuners with ebony pegs
- Ebony fingerboard
- Maple bridge
- Red-brown old-imitated traditional spirit varnish
- Thomastik-Infeld Belcanto strings
- Made in Germany
- *Dimensions: *
- Total length: 178.5 cm
- Body length: 110 cm
- Width of upper bout: 49.7 cm
- Width of lower bout: 35.6 cm
- Width of lower bout: 65.7 cm
- Scale: 104.8 cm
PROS
- • Solid European spruce top delivers exceptional clarity and projection
- • Viola da gamba shape offers a unique, responsive feel and tonal complexity
- • Rubner tuners provide precise and stable intonation adjustments
- • Traditional spirit varnish enhances the wood's resonance and aesthetic appeal
CONS
- • 3/4 size might be restrictive for taller or larger players
- • The old-imitated spirit varnish can be prone to wear with heavy use
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players
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Key Features
Size
3/4
Top Wood
Solid European Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Curved European Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Construction
Fully Solid, Inlaid Purfling
Weight
Approximately 12 lbs (5.4 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The gamba shape typically promotes a more focused and slightly warmer tone with enhanced resonance in the lower registers, offering a unique sonic character.
Belcanto strings are known for their warmth and responsiveness, excellent for classical and orchestral work, but might lack the aggressive bite needed for some modern genres.
Avoid excessive polishing and direct sunlight, and consider a professional cleaning and re-varnishing every few years to maintain its appearance.
