Description For Sale including Full Upton Restoration – $10,500 We’re offering this classic late-1920s Czech double bass as a full restoration project from our shop. If you’ve followed us for a while, you’ve heard Gary refer to these as the “New York City jazz basses” – built in Europe, played hard in the city, and still standing tall decades later. This one has that unmistakable patina: a bit of antiquing when it was first built, and the honest wear from a life of playing ever since. More importantly, it’s got the sound to match. This sale includes a complete Upton restoration: – Scroll replacement (we’ll graft a traditional scroll, not just repair the break) – New ebony fingerboard – New bridge – Internal work as needed (top will be removed for full access) This is your chance to own a generous ¾ bass with the soul of a vintage Czech instrument. It’s not quite a ⅞, but it’s got the body for a big voice. It’s perfect for jazz players who want projection, presence, and style. Measurements (as it currently sits): String Length: 41.5″ Back Length: ~43″ Upper Bout: 20.5″ Lower Bout: ~25.5″ If you’re looking for a jazz cannon with vintage character and modern playability, this is a great one. Let us bring it back to life for you.
