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Forum: Double Bass Talk in General 01-15-2016, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,328
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
The biggest difference I found between the ply...

The biggest difference I found between the ply and hybrids CFBs is that the dynamic response of the hybrid is better. The ply version tends to need a lot of energy to make it really speak, the hybrid...
Forum: Double Bass Talk in General 11-26-2015, 08:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,328
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Sometimes the fingerboard can creak a little when...

Sometimes the fingerboard can creak a little when the bass is assembled. There are a few different ways that Charlie addresses the issue depending on the situation.
Forum: Double Bass Talk in General 11-18-2015, 06:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,328
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
I've had two folding basses, first a plywood...

I've had two folding basses, first a plywood version and now a hybrid and I couldn't be happier. Sometimes the basses need a bit of adjustment and Charlie is always available to answer questions if...
Forum: Modern Handmade Basses 11-10-2015, 10:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 14,203
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
This is a really lovely bass. Clearly the...

This is a really lovely bass. Clearly the extension will make it a more usable bass, which is good. Putting a hole in the head seems too invasive for such a special demonstration of workmanship,...
Forum: Modern Handmade Basses 10-06-2015, 09:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,669
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Here's a picture:...

Here's a picture: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10207669563599087&set=pb.1291932964.-2207520000.1444138409.&type=3&theater

Seth has more images, including the heart cutouts and inlays,...
Forum: Modern Handmade Basses 10-05-2015, 08:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,669
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Seth Kimmel Cornerless Bass

I just got home from a tour that included some stops in the Pacific Northwest. While I was in Eugene, OR, I had the chance to visit with Seth Kimmel and to play one his recent basses. It's a...
Forum: Bows (and Rosin etc) 02-12-2015, 08:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 26,523
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
My former teacher came for a visit yesterday and...

My former teacher came for a visit yesterday and brought his Lipkins bow, it was beautiful and put more energy through the bass than any other stick I have played.

Congrats on yours, I'm sure...
Forum: Classical/Arco 05-12-2014, 08:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,938
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Over the weekend I put a set of Spiro Weichs on...

Over the weekend I put a set of Spiro Weichs on my little French solo bass. The bass had been feeling a little tight, so I installed the Weich E and A, which I had around. There was an immediate...
Forum: Double Bass Talk in General 10-06-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,494
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
I haven't tried to carry on an endpin, but it...

I haven't tried to carry on an endpin, but it seems likely to me that a TSA agent would confiscate it. Leaving you at your destination without an endpin.
Forum: Classical and Symphony Bass Playing 08-04-2013, 09:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,108
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Thanks, Brian. "Not too heavy" is probably...

Thanks, Brian. "Not too heavy" is probably perfect. This is a cocktail and appetizer kind of event, lots of chatting and milling around. Someone on TB mentioned baroque arias with basso continuo. One...
Forum: Classical and Symphony Bass Playing 08-02-2013, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,108
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Music for bass and soprano

My wife is a soprano, and we're looking for something nice to play together for her choir's fundraiser. We've looked at Bottesini's aria tutto il mondo, it's very nice and is certainly a good option....
Forum: General Double Bass Music and Playing 04-05-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,278
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Obstinato

On the topic of learning to play a difficult piece. There is a great little documentary called "Obstinato", which accompanies the Edger Meyer and Bela Fleck live CD "Music for Two". The film follows...
Forum: Bows (and Rosin etc) 01-10-2013, 12:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,302
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
The damage ranges from chips and cracks as a...

The damage ranges from chips and cracks as a result of being dropped to deterioration from extensive use. A few of the bows I've tried belong to retired, or retiring symphony pros, so they have been...
Forum: Bows (and Rosin etc) 01-10-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,302
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Frog Damage

I'm in the market for a new bow and I've been playing as many as I can. A few of the bows I've tried, almost all of them have been used, have frog damage ranging from a chip or two to some pretty big...
Forum: Luthier's Corner 11-18-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,226
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Thanks, Ken and Arnold, for your replies. The...

Thanks, Ken and Arnold, for your replies. The Weisshaar book is out or my range right now. Though, it looks beautiful.

Ken, I have Elgar's "Looking at the Double Bass". What are the the two...
Forum: Luthier's Corner 11-16-2012, 02:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,226
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Treager Book

I'd like to get a good set-up and repair guide for my library at home. Mostly for my own edification, I don't intend to dive into any major repairs. Is the Treager book a good place to start? I'd...
Forum: Amps, etc. [DB] 01-12-2011, 08:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 26,593
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
I've been pretty happy with the LR Baggs para...

I've been pretty happy with the LR Baggs para acoustic DI. It sounds good, is pretty flexible and is not too expensive. If your show is in town, you're welcome to borrow it to try it out.
Forum: The Bull Pit 05-04-2010, 11:17 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,941
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Nashville Flooding

I'm sure that some of you know, and some may not, Nashville is suffering severe flooding. The Schermerhorn Symphony center has water in the basement, the Symphony has lost two concert pianos and the...
Forum: Double Bass Talk in General 04-06-2010, 11:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 18,328
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
I've seen a few at Dustin Williams' shop that...

I've seen a few at Dustin Williams' shop that were in for normal repairs, though I have not played one. Dustin told me that he has never had to repair any of the moving parts, but there do seem to be...
Forum: Luthier's Corner 02-27-2010, 08:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,228
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Depending on the market you're in, I don't think...

Depending on the market you're in, I don't think thats too far off the mark. Though, I haven't had to replace a bridge in a long time.
Forum: Luthier's Corner 10-20-2009, 09:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,270
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Thank you.

Thanks for your replies, Ken and Tomas. I think it's time to indulge my secret lust for hatpegs, and go ahead and replace the tuners.

Jeremy
Forum: Luthier's Corner 10-08-2009, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,270
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
To replace tuners, or not to replace.

One of my main basses is a late 30's/early 40's Kay. The label is long gone, and the bass has been refinished, so I suspect it is of little value to a collector. However, it sounds good, records well...
Forum: Luthier's Corner 09-14-2009, 04:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,878
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Thanks, Ken and Arnold, for your thoughtful...

Thanks, Ken and Arnold, for your thoughtful responses.
Forum: Luthier's Corner 09-13-2009, 09:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,878
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
When does an "old" bass become a "new" bass.

Over the long lifespan of antique instruments it's not unusual for integral parts to be replaced due to damage or for updates, like neck grafts. I'm curious if there is a consensus regarding when a...
Forum: The Bull Pit 07-14-2009, 09:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,657
Posted By Jeremy Darrow
Update, The website is live, and later today...

Update,

The website is live, and later today (7.14.09) or tomorrow tickets will be available through the Wildhorse Saloon

Fonatinefund.com
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