Double Bass
Everything published on Viyolens under Double Bass — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Double Bass Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The double bass is the lowest-pitched orchestral string instrument — here is how it is built, tuned and played in classical and jazz contexts.
The Complete Guide to Stand Up Bass Instrument
The stand up bass instrument provides the harmonic foundation for jazz, classical and folk music worldwide. Explore the physics of the double bass, learn arco and pizzicato techniques, and discover ho...
The Complete Guide to Large String Instrument
Large string instruments produce some of music's most resonant and expressive sounds. This guide covers the major instruments, their unique characteristics and what it takes to learn and play them.
Rosin: A Complete Buyer's Guide
It costs very little, but the wrong formula can leave you fighting your instrument for months. Here's how to actually choose well.
Stand Up Bass Strings for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Understanding stand-up bass strings and choosing the right set directly impacts finger soreness, intonation accuracy, and how rewarding practice feels during your first months learning.
Stand Bass Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying your first stand bass guitar is a major investment. This guide covers key specs, price tiers and mistakes that trap beginners into poor choices.
The Complete Guide to Double Upright Bass
Double upright bass techniques unlock extraordinary sonic possibilities beyond traditional playing. Discover dual-bow bowing, advanced fingering patterns and specialised approaches that transform the...
Large String Instrument for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Considering a large string instrument? This beginner's guide covers cello, bass, harp and more, addressing common fears and providing practical starting advice.
Rosin Explained: Features, Types and Tips
An ordinary block of tree resin that makes a silent bow sing. Here's what rosin is, where it comes from, and how to think about choosing it.
The Complete Guide to Electric Double Bass Guitar
An electric double bass combines the deep resonance of an acoustic upright with electric pickups or solid-body construction, enabling amplification without sacrificing traditional tone.
Electric Double Bass: A Complete Buyer's Guide
An electric double bass offers amplification, portability, and silent practise—but it's a different instrument from acoustic bass. This guide explains the types, specs, and considerations so you choos...
Electric Double Bass for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Electric double bass offers beginners a modern approach to bass music. Our guide covers what makes them special, essential setup, first steps, and how to start learning.
The Best Rosins for the Money
No universal winner here — just where genuine value actually sits, instrument by instrument and situation by situation.
The Complete Guide to Stand Up Bass Strings
Stand-up bass strings determine your instrument's tone and playability. Learn about core materials, wrapping options and tension choices to select strings matching your technique and musical style.
The Best Double Bass for the Money
The best value in each double bass price range comes from setup as much as the instrument — here are the top options from student to advanced.
The Complete Guide to Double Kick Pedal
A double kick pedal transforms bass drum playing by operating two beaters from one foot. This guide covers mechanics, technique and how to choose a pedal matching your drumming style.
Double Bass: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a double bass is about size, setup and bow as much as the instrument itself — here is what to evaluate at every budget level.
Double Bass for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting the double bass well means choosing your style, establishing good posture and tone production early, and joining an ensemble as soon as possible.
The Complete Guide to String Instruments Double Bass
The double bass is the deepest-voiced member of the string instruments family, serving as the harmonic and rhythmic foundation of orchestras and jazz ensembles worldwide.
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Double Bass
Shop double bass instruments for orchestral, jazz and ensemble use, with options for players at every level.
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Double Kick Pedal
A double kick pedal gives drummers fast twin-beater bass drum control for heavier styles and precise foot technique.
Double Upright Bass
A double upright bass delivers deep acoustic low end for jazz, folk and orchestral players who need a traditional bass v...
Electric Double Bass Guitar
Electric double bass guitars offer upright-style low end in a compact, amplified format for stage, studio and rehearsal...
Large String Instrument
Accessories and support items for larger string instruments, helping with fit, protection and everyday use.
Rosin
Rosin for bowed strings, helping the bow grip and produce a clear, controlled sound.
Stand Up Bass Instrument
Stand up bass instrument hardware provides stable support for organised live and rehearsal setups. Check compatibility a...
Stand Up Bass Strings
Strings for upright bass players needing the right tension, tone and response for stage, studio and practice.
