Meister Rubner Double Bass No.68B 4/4
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Meister Rubner
Double Bass No.68B 4/4
Product Info
Article Number:
480117
Brand:
Meister Rubner
Model:
Double Bass No.68B 4/4
Category:
Solid Double Basses
Price:
$13,750.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The No.68B is a seriously well-made double bass – the spruce top gives it a rich, complex voice that’s fantastic for classical and orchestral work. The Rubner hardware is a nice touch, and the overall build quality is superb. This is a great choice for serious students and professional players seeking a traditional, high-quality instrument.
Product Description
- Meister Rubner Double Bass No.68B 4/4
- Double Bass
- Size: 4/4
- Instrument made completely of solid wood
- Fine German spruce top
- solid
- Solid arched flamed maple back
- Inlaid purfling
- Rubner individual machine heads made of brass with ebony pegs
- Ebony fingerboard
- Golden brown spirit-based varnish
- hand-applied
- Thomastik Belcanto strings
- D-scale
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Exceptional German spruce top yields a warm, resonant tone.
- • Hand-applied varnish provides a beautiful aesthetic and responsive feel.
- • Rubner machine heads offer smooth, precise tuning stability.
- • Solid maple back delivers excellent projection and sustain.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.
- • The spirit varnish, while beautiful, can be sensitive to humidity changes.
- • Solid wood construction results in a heavier instrument, potentially tiring for smaller players.
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Key Features
Size
4/4
Top Wood
Fine German spruce
Back & Sides
Solid arched flamed maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Construction
Solid wood, hand-applied spirit varnish
Weight
Approximately 12 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The solid maple back contributes significantly to the bass’s projection and sustain, offering a richer, more complex tone than a plywood instrument, with greater harmonic depth.
Yes, the Belcanto strings are standard and easy to replace. For a slightly brighter, more modern sound, D’Addario Pro Arias are a solid alternative.
Regular wiping with a soft cloth is essential; humidity control with a case humidifier is highly recommended to prevent cracking or checking.
