Gear / Bass
Double bass
On 4 sourced rigs at ToneLineage.
Who uses it
- James JamersonSignature gear (career overview) career
Named in the article's equipment section: “…sound". he created melodic lines that were nonetheless locked to the drum groove. jamerson's transition from double bass to electric bass guitar came at a time when the electric bass was a relatively new instrument, and its use a…” Wikipedia: James Jamerson ↗
- Carol KayeSignature gear (career overview) career
Named in the article's equipment section: “…htforward part. in the studio, she particularly liked to use the upper register on her bass, while a stand-up double bass would be used to cover the low end.…” Wikipedia: Carol Kaye ↗
- Esperanza SpaldingSignature gear (career overview) career
Named in the article's equipment section: “…ing - estate fiesolana 2009 2.jpg width2 150 alt2 caption2 footer spalding alternates between double bass and electric bass in her performances. ;electric bass * fender jaco pastorius jazz bass (fretless) * sout…” Wikipedia: Esperanza Spalding ↗
- Nathan EastSignature gear (career overview) career
Named in the article's equipment section: “…nathan east plays a yamaha slb200 silent upright bass with fourplay at knight theater in charlotte, north carolina, on june 8, 2014. with yamaha, east develo…” Wikipedia: Nathan East ↗
Affordable clones & alternatives
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- Squier Sonic Precision Bass Guitar, Laurel Fingerboard~$270 new approx.
- Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass, with Laurel Fingerboard~$530 new approx.
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