Another mystery bass?

[David Moss]

Originally Posted by Ken Smith

My thought was, "why does a Bass of even a Violin need anything more than Gamba corners or corners at all other than for the sake of looks and style"?

Personally I love the look of the Cremonese-style violin form basses, they're very pretty works of art. But I sometimes think they look a little out of place on stage with a jazz combo - like playing jazz in a tuxedo and black bow tie. Gamba form looks more laid back and goes better my cargo pants and open neck shirt.

One other aspect you didn't mention is carrying the bass - violin corners make better carrying handles than gamba corners. Your cornerless bass is very cool, but I can't even imagine how I'd pick it up.