Thomann 33 1/2 Europe Double Bass

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Thomann 33 1/2 Europe Double Bass

Thomann

33 1/2 Europe Double Bass

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Product Info

Article Number: 243890
Brand: Thomann
Model: 33 1/2 Europe Double Bass
Price: $1,815.00

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This Thomann 33 1/2 Europe is a solid starter bass for younger students or smaller adults needing a manageable size. The spruce top gives it a pleasing warmth, and the German setup is a real bonus—you're getting a playable instrument right out of the box. It’s a well-made, affordable option for those beginning their double bass journey.

Product Description

  • Thomann 33 1/2 Europe Double Bass
  • Solid Wood Double Bass
  • Size: 1/2
  • With solid spruce top
  • Flat
  • solid maple back
  • Round fingerboard: Ebony
  • Tyrolean machine heads
  • Height adjustable endpin
  • With Daddario Prelude stringing
  • Made in Europe
  • Made ready to play in Germany in the Thomann specialist string-instrument workshop

*Dear customer,*

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. 2-3 days due to these finishing and setting operations. Please contact our department directly with any questions at 09546 / 9223-370 or [email protected]

PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a warm, resonant, and projecting tone.
  • • European craftsmanship ensures a generally high level of build quality and attention to detail.
  • • Ebony fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface for comfortable technique.
  • • Tyrolean machine heads offer precise and reliable tuning stability.
CONS
  • • 1/2 size is strictly for younger or smaller players; may feel cramped for adults.
  • • Solid maple back, while common, limits tonal complexity compared to more exotic woods.
  • • Setup, while a plus, introduces a 2-3 day shipping delay – plan accordingly.

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Key Features

Size 1/2
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Maple
Bow Included No
Weight Approximately 11 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Thomann’s workshop setup includes bracing assessment; it should be reasonably well-executed for a bass in this category, but a more advanced player might still want adjustments.
Expect a functional, factory finish—not a high-gloss concert instrument. It’s serviceable and will protect the wood, but don’t anticipate a flawless, hand-applied sheen.
While 1/2 is a specific size, the adjustable endpin allows for some flexibility, but rapid growth may necessitate an upgrade sooner rather than later.

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