Thomann 11 1/4 Europe Double Bass

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Thomann 11 1/4 Europe Double Bass

Thomann

11 1/4 Europe Double Bass

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 243881
Brand: Thomann
Model: 11 1/4 Europe Double Bass
Price: $1,529.00

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This Thomann 1/4 size double bass is a solid starting point for younger or smaller students. The laminated construction keeps the price affordable while the German workshop setup ensures it’s ready to play. It's a dependable choice for those just beginning their double bass journey and needing a manageable size and weight.

Product Description

  • Thomann 11 1/4 Europe Double Bass
  • Laminated Double Bass
  • Size: 1/4
  • Laminated top
  • Arched back: Laminated maple
  • Round fingerboard: Ebony (Diospyros ebenum)
  • Scale: approx. 90.5 cm
  • Total length: approx. 158 cm
  • Body length: approx. 96 cm
  • Width of upper bout: approx. 44.3 cm
  • Width of lower bout: approx. 56 cm
  • Height including bridge: approx. 35 cm
  • Tyrolean machine heads
  • Height-adjustable endpin
  • With D'Addario Prelude stringing
  • Made in Europe
  • Set up and made ready to play in Germany in the Thomann string specialist workshop

*Please note:*

All acoustic double basses are adjusted and set up individually in our workshop for the desired playing situation/style (jazz, classical, rockabilly, ...). For online orders, please use the "Comment" text field to specify the desired action. We ask for your understanding that shipping will be delayed by approx. two to three days due to these finishing and setting operations. Please contact our department directly with any questions at 09546/9223-370 or [email protected]

PROS
  • • Laminated top offers surprising projection for a student bass
  • • European workshop setup ensures a playable, consistent instrument out of the box
  • • Tyrolean machine heads provide reliable tuning stability for beginners
  • • Ebony fingerboard contributes to a smooth, responsive playing feel
CONS
  • • Laminated construction limits tonal complexity compared to solid wood basses
  • • 1/4 size may feel restrictive for taller or more experienced players
  • • While playable, the setup might still require minor adjustments based on individual preferences

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Key Features

Size 1/4
Top Wood Laminated Spruce
Back & Sides Laminated Maple
Bow Included No
Weight Approximately 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

A laminated top generally produces a brighter, more focused tone, but lacks the complex overtones of a solid wood top. It’s perfectly adequate for student playing, but won't offer the same nuanced response as a higher-end model.
This 1/4 size bass is ideal for younger players or those with smaller stature, typically around 8-11 years old. It's a good introduction to the instrument before transitioning to a full-size.
The Prelude strings are a very common and affordable choice for student basses, offering a decent balance of tone and playability. More experienced players might eventually upgrade to strings with a more complex timbre.

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