Thomann Rockabilly Vintage Bass BK/V

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Thomann Rockabilly Vintage Bass BK/V

Thomann

Rockabilly Vintage Bass BK/V

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Product Info

Article Number: 584815
Brand: Thomann
Model: Rockabilly Vintage Bass BK/V
Price: $933.90

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This Thomann Rockabilly Bass is a fantastic entry point into the world of upright bass. It’s built for that classic slap bass sound you hear in rockabilly and blues, and the 3/4 size makes it surprisingly manageable. If you’re looking for a playable, affordable vintage-style bass to get started, this is a solid choice.

Product Description

  • Thomann Rockabilly Vintage Bass BK/V
  • Rockabilly Double Bass
  • The ideal bass for rock'n roll
  • blues
  • jazz
  • country...
  • back and sides made of laminated basswood
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • 3/4 Scale
  • Height adjustable endpin
  • Strung with Gut-A-Like Vintage strings
  • Colour: Black with white edge
  • Weight: approx. 10 kg
  • Incl. gig bag and composite bow
  • Made ready to play in Germany at the Thomann specialist string-instrument workshop
PROS
  • • Solid basswood construction delivers a warm, woody tone characteristic of vintage basses
  • • 3/4 scale offers comfortable playability, especially for smaller players or those preferring a shorter string length
  • • Ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, fast playing surface and good note definition
  • • Ready-to-play setup from Thomann’s workshop ensures decent intonation and playability out of the box
CONS
  • • Laminated construction limits the tonal complexity compared to solid wood basses
  • • Gut-A-Like strings require more frequent replacement and careful maintenance
  • • Black finish with white edge can look a bit stark; lacks some visual warmth

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Key Features

Size 3/4 Scale
Top Laminated Basswood
Back & Sides Laminated Basswood
Fingerboard Ebony
Bow Included Yes, Composite Bow
Weight approx. 10 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Basswood is known for warmth, but laminating it reduces sustain and complexity; expect a more focused, less resonant sound than a solid wood counterpart.
They capture the vintage vibe, but gut strings are delicate and require more frequent replacement and humidity control compared to modern synthetic options.
The composite bow is functional for beginners, but a higher-quality pernambuco or Brazilwood bow will offer improved responsiveness and tone if you progress.

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