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The five string sounded better on the higher notes. I want one! All my friends have three or four installments guitars violins accordions, but my wife won't let me buy a second Bass , just no fair!
@joelmoses25995 күн бұрын
Was the fifth string tuned to B or C. If tuned to B the relationship between strings will be the same as a standard four string. With good metal strings you can use higher positions on the fifth string where the fingers are closer together. This allows easy fingering with all four fingers.
@joelmoses25995 күн бұрын
The last few years I've been experimenting with fifths tuning CGDA like a Cello one octave down. Works well for improve with my moving hand style, however for reading sheet music just to much shifting.
@daverimar12376 күн бұрын
I love the clamping method at 14:30 All of these videos are great
@FaebiebotАй бұрын
I'm surprised to learn that the back of the peg box is closed on bass. I'm more used to seeing peg boxes being open on both ends. Guess I just haven't gotten a good enough look before.
@MrLisitsynАй бұрын
Всегда хотел увидеть как делают завиток. Спасибо!
@lukehaddix4710Ай бұрын
I've been struck with an idea to build an electric upright bass. I'm trying to replicate the Yamaha SLB300 somewhat. I surched the internet for dimensions or some kind of diagram with measurements. All I can find is the spices for the finger board. I'm using that to scale out the rest of it by inches to feet using pictures on my phone. It's hard work. So far I've managed to make a finger board and the neck. Of course I'm trying to save money by doing this so, that's the whole reason. But I know I can. I just need dimensions. I'm going today to get a big piece of maple to make the real neck. Thanks for your videos. I love the art of hand carving.
@vartagoАй бұрын
You really captured the sound of Edgar's bass. Congratulations!
@ShinyAnvilАй бұрын
All double basses are born violins… but some of them grow up to be violas, others cellos then another become double basses.😉
@RAIN-AGAINАй бұрын
OOOH…… THANK YOU HENRY MANCINI FOR THE PETER GUNN THEME SONG SONG ❗️
@RAIN-AGAINАй бұрын
AT LAST WE MEET AGAIN 🤓 The last and ONLY comment I sent you ….. you were feeding Magpies and …… you had to lock Ebony out for a not allowing you to sand in piece.👀 I also commented on the dream bass hopefully one day I’ll save up and order from you. I wanted a : BLONDE DOUBLE BASS ❗️ BUT…. I DIDNT KNOW YOU ACTUALLY MANUFACTURED ONE! but there is is❗️ IS THAT A MAPLE OR SPRUCE TOP? Just wondering……….. IT LOOKS AND SOUNDS BREATHTAKING ❗️
@phoeberussell7883Ай бұрын
Love your work, Ben 🤩
@darkhearttshorts8682Ай бұрын
Love this.Such intense workmanship and dedication! Thanks for sharing.
@JanVanHemelen3 ай бұрын
I totally agree with WLandsale. I'm watching this this video's in Belgium while I'm working on an arched back double bass. Great. (I'm 70 years old) I have a question. Do you give the back plate everywhere the same thickness ? (and how much?)
@atelierpuglisi2 ай бұрын
Never too young to build you your Bass. The thinkness of the back plate is approximately 8mm in the middle to 4.5mm around the edges with the middle edges about 5.5mm It will always depend on the stiffness of the timber.
@JanVanHemelen2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much.
@jakehewitt26973 ай бұрын
I love the music matching with the carving sounds
@michaelbereckis3 ай бұрын
What a great series! Thank you very much for allowing me to accompany the construction of the beautiful double bass. The very sensitive music, mixed with the working noises, created a great atmosphere. I had to laugh at your naughty cat several times. Thanks again and all the best! Michael Bereckis (pensioner, saxophonist, clarinettist and passionate beginner on the double bass) from Dortmund, Germany
@MAG-12344 ай бұрын
Great video, but horrible music choices. Something lilting and cheerful, or solemn yet soothing would be better than the horror movie music provided. I literally cut off the sound. Still, great video and outatanding craftsmanship.
@abe_nuh2 ай бұрын
what
@abe_nuh2 ай бұрын
how the hecc does this even sound haunting or even horrifying 💀
@johnockwell71684 ай бұрын
Very even and full ...and played by a terrific player ! it will only get better from here mate
@darkhearttshorts86824 ай бұрын
This is so nice to watch.
@keldrean4 ай бұрын
Absolutely beautiful!
@Splatterpunk_OldNewYork4 ай бұрын
I felt that in my liver.
@SteveAbrahall4 ай бұрын
What an orchestral cannon! That sort of low register from a brand new bass is mind blowing - sweet upper range - one bass to rule them all! :-) amazing work Ben
@jamesrossmusic14 ай бұрын
Powerful sound!
@atelierpuglisi4 ай бұрын
Headphones recommended!
@victoriagreenway68324 ай бұрын
❤
@barryminbiole61994 ай бұрын
What would be a source for 2/4 size double bass construction?
@atelierpuglisi4 ай бұрын
Hi Barry. Not quite sure what you mean. Do you mean a half size double bass?
@jakehewitt26973 ай бұрын
@@atelierpuglisi What about for a 8/16 size double bass?
@keithsogge4 ай бұрын
Considering that's maple you're carving, you've got some seriously sharp knives.
@atelierpuglisi4 ай бұрын
I feel like I spend one month every year, at the sharpening stones. That's 1 year of sharpening, every 12 years.... Part of the job I suppose.
@RAIN-AGAIN2 ай бұрын
@@atelierpuglisi GREETINGS FROM CHICAGO ❗️ DEAREST MAESTRO, TRULY, YOU ARE THE MICHELANGELO OF OUR AGE‼️‼️ I HAVE ONLY KNOWN YOU FOR A FEW HOURS; YET YOU HAVE GIVEN ME WONDERMENT BEYOND YOUR GENIUS!!….. FOR TO BE AT PEACE WITH MAGPIES WHO SEEK YOUR COMFORT…… AND EBONY…WHO WOULD GLADLY SACRIFICE ALL 9 OF HER LIVES FOR YOU YES! 🔮 YOUVE GIVEN ME MORE THAN A BROADENED FASCINATION FOR AN INSTRUMENT I NEVER KNEW I WAS IN LOVE WITH TILL YOU REVEALED ITS SECRET !………. ITS MAKER ❗️ EVEN NOW , IM LISTENING TO: NICK ABBEY BECAUSE OF YOU AS I TYPE THIS TEXT… BECAUSE OF YOU……. I KNOW THAT THE ROOKIES ALBUM AWAITS ME LATER TONIGHT! THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC AND YOUR AWARD WINNING CINEMATOGRAPHY ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️ FORGIVE ME FOR NOT WATCHING YOUR WORK OF THE “ MEYER” BUILD IN ORDER 😢 AS A SELF TAUGHT JAZZ COMPOSER…. FREE TO DO MY CRAFT THESE LAST 4 YEARS…….AFTER BEING IN A DELUSIONAL RELIGIOUS ORDER FOR THE LAST 50 YEARS …. (long story) IF IM NOT IN MY HOME STUDIO WITH MY PIANO ….. IM INVENTING THINGS…. OR WRITING SHORT STORIES FOR SHORT FILMS….👀 SOOOOO, WORKING ON MY DEBUT ALBUM AT 67 1/2 years old IS A DREAM COME TRUE ❗️….. A COLLECTION OF LOVELY BALLADS….. CARVED OUT ……… AND SCULPTED JUST LIKE YOU DO…… WITH LOVE❗️ HOPE TO HIRE A SMALL ORCHESTRA TO COMPLETE THE DREAM……….. ONLY ANALOG RECORDING TO TAPE WILL DO FOR THIS VINYL DUE OUT AROUND CHRISTMAS 2025 ( if funding arrives on time… lol) WONDER IF: LEONARDO OR SEBASTIAN KNOW WHAT WONDERFUL DNA THEY POSSESS ❓ IF THEY FOLLOW YOU OR NOT……… THEY ARE BOUND FOR GREATNESS❗️ MICHELANGELO WAS 26 WHEN HE BEGAN SCULPTING DAVID IN 1501…. FINISHED 3 YEARS LATER WITH A MASTERPIECE ❗️ …… YOUR WORK WILL BE TALKED ABOUT 500 YEARS FROM NOW……. AS IT SHOULD ‼️…….. YOU CLEARLY UNDERSTAND WHY “LOVE “ IS THE KEY TO GREAT ART…. AND THE UNIVERSE WELCOMES YOU SIR…. AS DO I. MICHELANGELO’S LAST WORDS IN 1564….. JUST 16 DAYS FROM HIS 89 BIRTHDAY WERE: “ANCORA IMPARO”( Latin ) “ IM STILL LEARNING! “ A HUMBLE GENIUS……. JUST LIKE YOU MR. PUGLISI❗️ ONE DAY……. IF THE GREAT AUDIOPHILE IN HEAVEN SHOULD BLESS ME I HOPE TO ORDER A COMPLETELY BLONDE DOUBLE BASS FROM YOU……… TRULY 🎻 MADE WITH LOVE 🎻 HAPPIEST SPRING SIR 🌱 GOD BLESS, 🎼RAIN AGAIN 🎼
@therc47845 ай бұрын
how thick it the piece of wood you used for the face plate of the bass ?
@atelierpuglisi4 ай бұрын
The finish thickness is about 9 mm in the middle. And graduates to 4.5 on the flanks. The arching height is roughly 34 mm at the highest point
@therc47844 ай бұрын
@@atelierpuglisi also, what would did you use, and would using another type of wood affect it, I would imagine hardwoods would be better, because of the residence, and softer woods would be more frowned upon. And also if I were to glue three pieces together to create the front piece, would that be good, or should I go for a solid piece of wood? Thank you so much, I enjoyed watching this series.
@guitfidle5 ай бұрын
Just out of curiosity, why do you wait to do the final carve on the fingerboard and neck until it's assembled? I would think both parts would be easier to manage as several pieces
@StaszekPikulMusic5 ай бұрын
Wow, such a smooth and warm sound 😍
@guitfidle5 ай бұрын
Oh wow, how long does it take to carve the headstock? That scroll is amazing! Also, love the cat on the bench, I have a hard time keeping mine off. Two of them taking turns 😸
@atelierpuglisi4 ай бұрын
I'm actually pretty slow at making a scroll compared to many.. It usually takes me around 30 hours. I often say that I never really finish......, I just stop working on it...
@guitfidle4 ай бұрын
@@atelierpuglisi wow!! Yeah I imagine you could get lost in the fine detail trying to perfect it.
@guitfidle5 ай бұрын
Oh there you go, I LOVE the long handled gouge! I have a large slick (flat edge boat building chisel) but now I really want to find or make a gouge like that 😍
@atelierpuglisi5 ай бұрын
Really can't recommend a long handle gouge, or for that matter pairing chisel enough. The extra length gives the leverage to make the job so much easier. Helps with posture as well.
@guitfidle5 ай бұрын
@@atelierpuglisi totally agreed. The boat building slick is really nice to use, like a 2 -3 inch wide blade with overall length is a bit over 3 feet. I do have a couple gouges, I might have to track down another so I can make a long handle on the lathe. Oh yeah, I just watched the video on carving the back too: one tool that made life easier for me on guitar tops is a spoon plane. It works on the pull stroke like the Japanese hand saws. The blade is crudely shaped, but once it's dialed in, the pull stroke is really nice. Amazon has the WoodRiver Carver's spoon plane, it's $30 US and worth it's weight in gold... or bronze anyway 😁😁
@guitfidle5 ай бұрын
Wonderful video! I especially like the shot carving the end block with 2 planes 😁 One of these days I would like to build an upright myself. Made an archtop guitar and a teardrop shaped violin, so I have most of the basic concepts, it's just the size of the thing that's intimidating. I'm curious, what wood did you use for the linings here?
@atelierpuglisi5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate. I taught myself to be ambidextrous with the tools. Learning to use, my left hand was really important to stop being fatigue and repetitive strain. One of the things that's very different from making smaller instruments is that you have to work around the instrument, rather than turning the instrument around to you. The wood I used for the linings was Spanish Cedar. Often used in classical guitar necks. It's sort of like a mahogany in that It's a little bit porous, however it bends well. It just needs the glue to soak in thoroughly before joining.
@guitfidle5 ай бұрын
@@atelierpuglisi well there you go, I’ve actually done a pair of chambered body guitars out of Spanish cedar. It’s pretty decent stuff to work with. I’m pretty ambidextrous too, but never tried a plane in each hand 😂 That’s funny about working around the instrument- I’ve seriously thought about making a wood strip canoe too, so now I’m picturing a bass as big as a canoe…. Just trying to squeeze around it
@mathquir1905 ай бұрын
It's always a great experience to see the wood soak in the finish and reveal itself.
@mathquir1905 ай бұрын
How do you decide of the shape and volume of the instrument. Is there any standards I could look upon to make one myself ? Did you tried different shapes and volumes over time to get a different sound ? Looks like the best job in the world. I'm cabinet worker, carpenter, designer (college in architecture only). I love to make my own instruments and tools but I'm more into guitars and maybe a violin soon but would love to make one just for the pleasure. I'm disabled so I got all the time I need and I'm really patient. Don't really want to make some studies into it. Maybe just working for a guy who make it and get his help for a cheap pay could be nice.
@atelierpuglisi5 ай бұрын
There are so many different models of double basses. And they all have their benefits and drawbacks. Clearly the larger instruments will have more of a sub woofer base response. But like a large subwoofer, they need a lot of energy to make the air volume move. Small flatback instruments require less effort to push out the sound. However, they could like some deep bass when it comes to filling up an orchestra pit. I always recommend people who wish to make a double bass start with a violin, viola or cello first. It's a great way to really get an idea of the work involved and not have to wait many months or years to see the result. Even starting with a kit violin is a great way to get the ball rolling. And the materials are certainly a lot cheaper to start with too.
@eugenejohnson65925 ай бұрын
Have you ever made/heard/seen a bass without the traditional scroll? I was wondering what the tone would be like without the additional mass at the end of the neck. Gene in usa
@atelierpuglisi4 ай бұрын
There's a number of people that have made headless instruments and even more ornate scrolls. Helps to pack it away in a case for travelling that's for sure. Definitely the extra mass at the top of the fingerboard helps to balance out the vibration on the neck. Instruments that I have tried, without a headstock have seemed thin in tone. However, a huge part of the optics of the violin family is the Fibonacci, scroll thats for sure. There is also a noticeable change when adding the C extension which needs to be the correct weight. Not too heavy, not too light...
@jfairplane85205 ай бұрын
Hi good overview on the how. But, i wonder about the edge of the fingerboard are always vertical.. can it be done with a radius ? Like to not be a full 90..
@nedheadwyoming5 ай бұрын
Oh wow! I sure loved watching the progression and care that you gave this beautiful instrument! It looks and sounds amazing! Im a cellist and have a beautiful old German cello and a new-age carbon fiber cello. As i live in northern Wyoming, USA, winters are rough for traveling with the old guy, so the carbon fiber is more forgiving. Love them both! May this bass find a very fortunate person to take him into the huge music world!
@bobweiram63215 ай бұрын
I noticed the shape of the top part of the bass tapers slightly inward towards the neck like an hour glass. It's different from the violin. All this time I assumed an upright bass was just a scaled up violin.
@atelierpuglisi5 ай бұрын
The size of the Double Bass is the main reason for the shape different. The shape of the double bass has evolved to be more playable/ accessible/ ergonomic as you more up the fingerboard. Having sloping shoulders can really help to accommodate this.
@bobweiram63215 ай бұрын
@@atelierpuglisi Makes sense, but I love designs that maintain shape regardless of scale, like Matryoshka dolls, bandsaws and lathes. I wonder if the earliest bases were more like the violin.
@jasonlindsay7196 ай бұрын
First class and so informative. Thank you from Jacksonville Florida
@atelierpuglisi5 ай бұрын
Thanks Mate
@nedsmith71446 ай бұрын
What are the starting thicknesses of the front and back blanks? Or maybe a better question is how much arch is in both panels.
@vreevroow6 ай бұрын
Is plate tuning a thing when making double basses?
@lindseyjohn47896 ай бұрын
This was a truely spiritual journey watching all the videos, constructing this bass. Wow. I would love to have one of his nand made basses. How much are they i wonder.
@atelierpuglisi5 ай бұрын
Thanks Mate. I love the journey as well. It's easy to get out of bed in the morning when you have a new base to make. My instruments start from 24,000 AUD for the flatback models, right up to the exotic carved back bases around the AU$40,000. www.atelierpuglisi.com .
@lindseyjohn47896 ай бұрын
How much do one of your spruce basses cost? Do you ship to the USA?
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The five string sounded better on the higher notes. I want one! All my friends have three or four installments guitars violins accordions, but my wife won't let me buy a second Bass , just no fair!
Was the fifth string tuned to B or C. If tuned to B the relationship between strings will be the same as a standard four string. With good metal strings you can use higher positions on the fifth string where the fingers are closer together. This allows easy fingering with all four fingers.
The last few years I've been experimenting with fifths tuning CGDA like a Cello one octave down. Works well for improve with my moving hand style, however for reading sheet music just to much shifting.
I love the clamping method at 14:30 All of these videos are great
I'm surprised to learn that the back of the peg box is closed on bass. I'm more used to seeing peg boxes being open on both ends. Guess I just haven't gotten a good enough look before.
Всегда хотел увидеть как делают завиток. Спасибо!
I've been struck with an idea to build an electric upright bass. I'm trying to replicate the Yamaha SLB300 somewhat. I surched the internet for dimensions or some kind of diagram with measurements. All I can find is the spices for the finger board. I'm using that to scale out the rest of it by inches to feet using pictures on my phone. It's hard work. So far I've managed to make a finger board and the neck. Of course I'm trying to save money by doing this so, that's the whole reason. But I know I can. I just need dimensions. I'm going today to get a big piece of maple to make the real neck. Thanks for your videos. I love the art of hand carving.
You really captured the sound of Edgar's bass. Congratulations!
All double basses are born violins… but some of them grow up to be violas, others cellos then another become double basses.😉
OOOH…… THANK YOU HENRY MANCINI FOR THE PETER GUNN THEME SONG SONG ❗️
AT LAST WE MEET AGAIN 🤓 The last and ONLY comment I sent you ….. you were feeding Magpies and …… you had to lock Ebony out for a not allowing you to sand in piece.👀 I also commented on the dream bass hopefully one day I’ll save up and order from you. I wanted a : BLONDE DOUBLE BASS ❗️ BUT…. I DIDNT KNOW YOU ACTUALLY MANUFACTURED ONE! but there is is❗️ IS THAT A MAPLE OR SPRUCE TOP? Just wondering……….. IT LOOKS AND SOUNDS BREATHTAKING ❗️
Love your work, Ben 🤩
Love this.Such intense workmanship and dedication! Thanks for sharing.
I totally agree with WLandsale. I'm watching this this video's in Belgium while I'm working on an arched back double bass. Great. (I'm 70 years old) I have a question. Do you give the back plate everywhere the same thickness ? (and how much?)
Never too young to build you your Bass. The thinkness of the back plate is approximately 8mm in the middle to 4.5mm around the edges with the middle edges about 5.5mm It will always depend on the stiffness of the timber.
Thank you very much.
I love the music matching with the carving sounds
What a great series! Thank you very much for allowing me to accompany the construction of the beautiful double bass. The very sensitive music, mixed with the working noises, created a great atmosphere. I had to laugh at your naughty cat several times. Thanks again and all the best! Michael Bereckis (pensioner, saxophonist, clarinettist and passionate beginner on the double bass) from Dortmund, Germany
Great video, but horrible music choices. Something lilting and cheerful, or solemn yet soothing would be better than the horror movie music provided. I literally cut off the sound. Still, great video and outatanding craftsmanship.
what
how the hecc does this even sound haunting or even horrifying 💀
Very even and full ...and played by a terrific player ! it will only get better from here mate
This is so nice to watch.
Absolutely beautiful!
I felt that in my liver.
What an orchestral cannon! That sort of low register from a brand new bass is mind blowing - sweet upper range - one bass to rule them all! :-) amazing work Ben
Powerful sound!
Headphones recommended!
❤
What would be a source for 2/4 size double bass construction?
Hi Barry. Not quite sure what you mean. Do you mean a half size double bass?
@@atelierpuglisi What about for a 8/16 size double bass?
Considering that's maple you're carving, you've got some seriously sharp knives.
I feel like I spend one month every year, at the sharpening stones. That's 1 year of sharpening, every 12 years.... Part of the job I suppose.
@@atelierpuglisi GREETINGS FROM CHICAGO ❗️ DEAREST MAESTRO, TRULY, YOU ARE THE MICHELANGELO OF OUR AGE‼️‼️ I HAVE ONLY KNOWN YOU FOR A FEW HOURS; YET YOU HAVE GIVEN ME WONDERMENT BEYOND YOUR GENIUS!!….. FOR TO BE AT PEACE WITH MAGPIES WHO SEEK YOUR COMFORT…… AND EBONY…WHO WOULD GLADLY SACRIFICE ALL 9 OF HER LIVES FOR YOU YES! 🔮 YOUVE GIVEN ME MORE THAN A BROADENED FASCINATION FOR AN INSTRUMENT I NEVER KNEW I WAS IN LOVE WITH TILL YOU REVEALED ITS SECRET !………. ITS MAKER ❗️ EVEN NOW , IM LISTENING TO: NICK ABBEY BECAUSE OF YOU AS I TYPE THIS TEXT… BECAUSE OF YOU……. I KNOW THAT THE ROOKIES ALBUM AWAITS ME LATER TONIGHT! THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC AND YOUR AWARD WINNING CINEMATOGRAPHY ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️ FORGIVE ME FOR NOT WATCHING YOUR WORK OF THE “ MEYER” BUILD IN ORDER 😢 AS A SELF TAUGHT JAZZ COMPOSER…. FREE TO DO MY CRAFT THESE LAST 4 YEARS…….AFTER BEING IN A DELUSIONAL RELIGIOUS ORDER FOR THE LAST 50 YEARS …. (long story) IF IM NOT IN MY HOME STUDIO WITH MY PIANO ….. IM INVENTING THINGS…. OR WRITING SHORT STORIES FOR SHORT FILMS….👀 SOOOOO, WORKING ON MY DEBUT ALBUM AT 67 1/2 years old IS A DREAM COME TRUE ❗️….. A COLLECTION OF LOVELY BALLADS….. CARVED OUT ……… AND SCULPTED JUST LIKE YOU DO…… WITH LOVE❗️ HOPE TO HIRE A SMALL ORCHESTRA TO COMPLETE THE DREAM……….. ONLY ANALOG RECORDING TO TAPE WILL DO FOR THIS VINYL DUE OUT AROUND CHRISTMAS 2025 ( if funding arrives on time… lol) WONDER IF: LEONARDO OR SEBASTIAN KNOW WHAT WONDERFUL DNA THEY POSSESS ❓ IF THEY FOLLOW YOU OR NOT……… THEY ARE BOUND FOR GREATNESS❗️ MICHELANGELO WAS 26 WHEN HE BEGAN SCULPTING DAVID IN 1501…. FINISHED 3 YEARS LATER WITH A MASTERPIECE ❗️ …… YOUR WORK WILL BE TALKED ABOUT 500 YEARS FROM NOW……. AS IT SHOULD ‼️…….. YOU CLEARLY UNDERSTAND WHY “LOVE “ IS THE KEY TO GREAT ART…. AND THE UNIVERSE WELCOMES YOU SIR…. AS DO I. MICHELANGELO’S LAST WORDS IN 1564….. JUST 16 DAYS FROM HIS 89 BIRTHDAY WERE: “ANCORA IMPARO”( Latin ) “ IM STILL LEARNING! “ A HUMBLE GENIUS……. JUST LIKE YOU MR. PUGLISI❗️ ONE DAY……. IF THE GREAT AUDIOPHILE IN HEAVEN SHOULD BLESS ME I HOPE TO ORDER A COMPLETELY BLONDE DOUBLE BASS FROM YOU……… TRULY 🎻 MADE WITH LOVE 🎻 HAPPIEST SPRING SIR 🌱 GOD BLESS, 🎼RAIN AGAIN 🎼
how thick it the piece of wood you used for the face plate of the bass ?
The finish thickness is about 9 mm in the middle. And graduates to 4.5 on the flanks. The arching height is roughly 34 mm at the highest point
@@atelierpuglisi also, what would did you use, and would using another type of wood affect it, I would imagine hardwoods would be better, because of the residence, and softer woods would be more frowned upon. And also if I were to glue three pieces together to create the front piece, would that be good, or should I go for a solid piece of wood? Thank you so much, I enjoyed watching this series.
Just out of curiosity, why do you wait to do the final carve on the fingerboard and neck until it's assembled? I would think both parts would be easier to manage as several pieces
Wow, such a smooth and warm sound 😍
Oh wow, how long does it take to carve the headstock? That scroll is amazing! Also, love the cat on the bench, I have a hard time keeping mine off. Two of them taking turns 😸
I'm actually pretty slow at making a scroll compared to many.. It usually takes me around 30 hours. I often say that I never really finish......, I just stop working on it...
@@atelierpuglisi wow!! Yeah I imagine you could get lost in the fine detail trying to perfect it.
Oh there you go, I LOVE the long handled gouge! I have a large slick (flat edge boat building chisel) but now I really want to find or make a gouge like that 😍
Really can't recommend a long handle gouge, or for that matter pairing chisel enough. The extra length gives the leverage to make the job so much easier. Helps with posture as well.
@@atelierpuglisi totally agreed. The boat building slick is really nice to use, like a 2 -3 inch wide blade with overall length is a bit over 3 feet. I do have a couple gouges, I might have to track down another so I can make a long handle on the lathe. Oh yeah, I just watched the video on carving the back too: one tool that made life easier for me on guitar tops is a spoon plane. It works on the pull stroke like the Japanese hand saws. The blade is crudely shaped, but once it's dialed in, the pull stroke is really nice. Amazon has the WoodRiver Carver's spoon plane, it's $30 US and worth it's weight in gold... or bronze anyway 😁😁
Wonderful video! I especially like the shot carving the end block with 2 planes 😁 One of these days I would like to build an upright myself. Made an archtop guitar and a teardrop shaped violin, so I have most of the basic concepts, it's just the size of the thing that's intimidating. I'm curious, what wood did you use for the linings here?
Thanks mate. I taught myself to be ambidextrous with the tools. Learning to use, my left hand was really important to stop being fatigue and repetitive strain. One of the things that's very different from making smaller instruments is that you have to work around the instrument, rather than turning the instrument around to you. The wood I used for the linings was Spanish Cedar. Often used in classical guitar necks. It's sort of like a mahogany in that It's a little bit porous, however it bends well. It just needs the glue to soak in thoroughly before joining.
@@atelierpuglisi well there you go, I’ve actually done a pair of chambered body guitars out of Spanish cedar. It’s pretty decent stuff to work with. I’m pretty ambidextrous too, but never tried a plane in each hand 😂 That’s funny about working around the instrument- I’ve seriously thought about making a wood strip canoe too, so now I’m picturing a bass as big as a canoe…. Just trying to squeeze around it
It's always a great experience to see the wood soak in the finish and reveal itself.
How do you decide of the shape and volume of the instrument. Is there any standards I could look upon to make one myself ? Did you tried different shapes and volumes over time to get a different sound ? Looks like the best job in the world. I'm cabinet worker, carpenter, designer (college in architecture only). I love to make my own instruments and tools but I'm more into guitars and maybe a violin soon but would love to make one just for the pleasure. I'm disabled so I got all the time I need and I'm really patient. Don't really want to make some studies into it. Maybe just working for a guy who make it and get his help for a cheap pay could be nice.
There are so many different models of double basses. And they all have their benefits and drawbacks. Clearly the larger instruments will have more of a sub woofer base response. But like a large subwoofer, they need a lot of energy to make the air volume move. Small flatback instruments require less effort to push out the sound. However, they could like some deep bass when it comes to filling up an orchestra pit. I always recommend people who wish to make a double bass start with a violin, viola or cello first. It's a great way to really get an idea of the work involved and not have to wait many months or years to see the result. Even starting with a kit violin is a great way to get the ball rolling. And the materials are certainly a lot cheaper to start with too.
Have you ever made/heard/seen a bass without the traditional scroll? I was wondering what the tone would be like without the additional mass at the end of the neck. Gene in usa
There's a number of people that have made headless instruments and even more ornate scrolls. Helps to pack it away in a case for travelling that's for sure. Definitely the extra mass at the top of the fingerboard helps to balance out the vibration on the neck. Instruments that I have tried, without a headstock have seemed thin in tone. However, a huge part of the optics of the violin family is the Fibonacci, scroll thats for sure. There is also a noticeable change when adding the C extension which needs to be the correct weight. Not too heavy, not too light...
Hi good overview on the how. But, i wonder about the edge of the fingerboard are always vertical.. can it be done with a radius ? Like to not be a full 90..
Oh wow! I sure loved watching the progression and care that you gave this beautiful instrument! It looks and sounds amazing! Im a cellist and have a beautiful old German cello and a new-age carbon fiber cello. As i live in northern Wyoming, USA, winters are rough for traveling with the old guy, so the carbon fiber is more forgiving. Love them both! May this bass find a very fortunate person to take him into the huge music world!
I noticed the shape of the top part of the bass tapers slightly inward towards the neck like an hour glass. It's different from the violin. All this time I assumed an upright bass was just a scaled up violin.
The size of the Double Bass is the main reason for the shape different. The shape of the double bass has evolved to be more playable/ accessible/ ergonomic as you more up the fingerboard. Having sloping shoulders can really help to accommodate this.
@@atelierpuglisi Makes sense, but I love designs that maintain shape regardless of scale, like Matryoshka dolls, bandsaws and lathes. I wonder if the earliest bases were more like the violin.
First class and so informative. Thank you from Jacksonville Florida
Thanks Mate
What are the starting thicknesses of the front and back blanks? Or maybe a better question is how much arch is in both panels.
Is plate tuning a thing when making double basses?
This was a truely spiritual journey watching all the videos, constructing this bass. Wow. I would love to have one of his nand made basses. How much are they i wonder.
Thanks Mate. I love the journey as well. It's easy to get out of bed in the morning when you have a new base to make. My instruments start from 24,000 AUD for the flatback models, right up to the exotic carved back bases around the AU$40,000. www.atelierpuglisi.com .
How much do one of your spruce basses cost? Do you ship to the USA?
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