electric upright bass

Ford Cole · Post by **Ford Cole** » 12 May 2009 12:58 pm

Does anyone have experience with the small-bodied electric upright bass? Is there one which compares favorably to the full size dog house bass? Am looking to move from the Jazz/Precision type to the EUB. Any help would be appreciated.

Steve Alcott · Post by **Steve Alcott** » 12 May 2009 9:21 pm

Here's a couple of links to a ton of info:

http://www.gollihurmusic.com/links.cfm#linkCat5 scroll down

http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=167878

I've played a Merchant Vertical Bass for 15+ years, and like it a lot.

Jeremy Steele · Post by **Jeremy Steele** » 13 May 2009 4:24 am

I've played a bunch of 'em, and like the Clevinger the best. http://www.clevinger.com/

Ford Cole · Post by **Ford Cole** » 13 May 2009 6:58 pm

Steve & Jeremy, Thanks for the help. Anyone else have any information??

Stephan Miller · Post by **Stephan Miller** » 14 May 2009 3:12 pm

According to the first link provided by Steve, there are over 250 EUB makers.

Steve Alcott · Post by **Steve Alcott** » 14 May 2009 3:44 pm

When I was making my decision regarding which EUB to get, there weren't nearly as many makers as there are today. The things about Bill Merchant's Vertical bass that I liked then still set it apart from the rest IMO. His technique of mounting the bridge on sprung spruce bars gives it a more "acoustic" feel than any other EUB I've played. He will also duplicate string length and neck shape from the bass of your choice. Ideally, you would play before you buy, and it would be a good idea to have an (openminded) acoustic bassist along for advice.

Glenn Suchan · Post by **Glenn Suchan** » 15 May 2009 11:03 am

I don't play bass, but my good friend and bandmate, John Duer plays an Ergo. The Ergo, played through a good amp system sounds very close to an acoustic upright bass.

http://www.planadmin.us/ergo/

Keep on pickin'!
Glenn

Scott Shipley · Post by **Scott Shipley** » 15 May 2009 11:12 am

I have a Dean. It doesn't have the most natural upright feel, but it is EXTREMELY compact and portable. In that regard, it's my favorite. It feels like an electric, but feels great for what it is. Relatively inexpensive, and actually sounds very good after you twiddle with the eq a bit.

Ford Cole · Post by **Ford Cole** » 16 May 2009 6:14 pm

and thanks Glenn & Scott. Your input is greatly appreciated!! fc