Thomann 33AS/5str/LH 3/4 Europe Bass

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Thomann 33AS/5str/LH 3/4 Europe Bass

Thomann

33AS/5str/LH 3/4 Europe Bass

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Product Info

Article Number: 535119
Brand: Thomann
Model: 33AS/5str/LH 3/4 Europe Bass
Price: $2,519.00

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This Thomann 33AS is a surprisingly capable left-handed 5-string double bass, especially for students or players needing a smaller instrument. The solid wood construction gives it a mature sound, and the German setup really makes it a joy to play. It's a solid entry point into the world of double bass playing without a premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Thomann 33AS/5str/LH 3/4 Europe Bass
  • 5-String Left-Handed Double Bass with Low B-String
  • Pirastro Flexocor Deluxe stringing
  • Made ready to play in Germany in the Thomann string specialist workshop
  • Fully solid 3/4 double bass with solid spruce top and flat solid maple back
  • Round ebony fingerboard (Diospyros ebenum)
  • Tyrolean tuners
  • Height-adjustable endpin
  • Scale approx: 105 cm
  • Colour: Matte Antiqued
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a warm, resonant, and responsive tone.
  • • 5-string configuration expands harmonic possibilities and low-end range.
  • • Pirastro Flexocor Deluxe strings offer excellent clarity and projection.
  • • German workshop setup ensures reliable intonation and playability out of the box.
CONS
  • • 3/4 size might be restrictive for taller players or those with longer arms.
  • • Matte antiqued finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can be prone to fingerprints.
  • • Solid wood construction means it will require more humidity regulation than laminate models.

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Key Features

Size 3/4
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Maple
Fingerboard Ebony (Diospyros ebenum)
Construction Fully Solid
Weight Approximately 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The antiqued finish is primarily cosmetic; the process doesn't significantly alter the wood's acoustic characteristics, but may slightly reduce the top's vibration.
The shorter scale length (approximately 41 in) results in easier string tension, but might feel cramped for players with very large hands or long fingers accustomed to a full-size bass.
Tyrolean tuners are generally reliable and functional, though not considered high-end; they provide adequate tuning stability for most players, but more experienced players might prefer finer adjustments from more premium tuners.

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