UB BOSTONIAN Concert Double Bass - Carved Upright Bass

Take the acclaimed UB Concert Double Bass, run it through the Karr modifications and make it out of Poplar, and what do you get?  The UB "BOSTONIAN" Concert Double Bass.  How does it differ?  Call us 860-535-9399

The UB "BOSTONIAN" Concert Double Bass was conceived at the 2009 International Society of Double Bassists convention at State College, Pennsylvania while World-Renowned Jazz Bassist and Professor of Jazz Studies at the University of North Texas Lynn Seaton and Upton Bass String Instrument Co President and Founder Gary Upton Birkhamshaw were playing and discussing the various instruments we had created for the convention.  Starting with a blank sheet of paper and going through Lynn's preferences with each model, the outline of what would become our NEW UB "BOSTONIAN" Concert Double Bass was born!

The starting point was the modifications made to our existing Gamba model that were made for Gary Karr and were on display at the show in the award winning double bass made by Upton Basses own head luthier, Eric Rene Roy.  The ergonomics of the Karr outline with the raised over-stand and projection made an instrument that was extremely accessible throughout the entire fingerboard.  Mr. Seaton did not find the taper of the Karr ribs (8" to 5.5") to be a benefit to his style and elected to keep our standard full depth ribs (8.5" to 7") as well as our standard neck width.  Also on display was a Professor Poplar Deluxe , and with it's warm, rich tone that sounded like a bass that was a century old rather than just days, Gary and Lynn decided that a fully carved Poplar double bass would be the best route to go.

The result uttered it's first notes four months later and it was well worth the wait.  The UB "BOSTONIAN" Concert Double Bass is sure to take it's seat in any orchestra or jazz club!  Classic tone, playability, affordability and the peace of mind of a new instrument with a warranty is sure to grab the attention of any serious double bassist.

    UB "BOSTONIAN" Concert Double Bass

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All Upton Basses come standard with our 41.5 inch string length and a D neck.  However as each bass is custom made for every client, we offer our basses with many custom configuration possibilities. Upton Bass offers all of our basses with string lengths of 42", 41 1/2", & 41"  and all of our necks can be configured with your choice of a D or Eb (e flat) neck.  We can also make all of our basses as left handed instruments, truly crafted for the lefty bass player.  Five stings are also a common customization with either a low B or high C string.  Outside of our customizations we also offer many upgrades and add-ons: please visit our UB Bass Upgrade Options Page.  Do you have an idea? Something you don't see listed on our site?  Please call us at 1-860-535-9399 to discuss customizing your Upton Bass. 

 Why struggle with unsatisfactory tone any longer? Own the double bass of your dreams today!