{"id":130245,"date":"2020-03-18T11:48:33","date_gmt":"2020-03-18T15:48:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uptonbass.com\/?page_id=130245"},"modified":"2025-06-01T10:53:51","modified_gmt":"2025-06-01T10:53:51","slug":"custom-bass-inquiry","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uptonbass.com\/custom-bass-inquiry\/","title":{"rendered":"Double Bass or Cello Inquiry"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-instrument-inquiry-how-to-buy-a-bass\">Instrument Inquiry \u2013 How To Buy a Bass!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>We spend a lot of time talking basses at the shop \u2013 stop by, and you\u2019re bound to see Gary or Jack talking with a bass player, helping them navigate the exciting process of selecting their perfect double bass. To streamline this process and provide the best information upfront, we\u2019ve created a free video series: \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/courses.uptonbass.com\/offers\/ESDvvbuL\/checkout\">How to Buy a Double Bass with Gary Upton<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Welcome from Gary Upton!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Z_bNlQHVqS0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At Upton Bass, we are all about education. We always want our customers to understand as much as possible about how a bass is made, and what options you have. We have also started a series of <a href=\"https:\/\/courses.uptonbass.com\/offers\/aKF2W2uu\/checkout\">string reviews<\/a>. We even train people in building their own electric basses over at <a href=\"https:\/\/courses.uptonbass.com\/build-bass-guitar\">BuildBass.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;How To Buy a Double Bass&#8221; course is designed to help you understand every aspect of the double bass:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Should you choose vintage or new?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Hybrid or solid wood?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 What size is right for you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also a complete introduction to our unique process at Upton Bass, including an overview of our bass models and patterns. Watching the course will help us establish which of the Upton patterns might be the best fit for you and your playing style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Fill out the contact form below. This is the first step to making contact with us. Once we have your information, one of our team members will reach out to talk with you about building your dream bass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Gain access to the free course. Once you complete the form, you\u2019ll receive access to our \u201cHow to Buy a Double Bass\u201d course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By going through the course, you\u2019ll be up to speed on many of the ins and outs of Upton Bass, our process, and the unique options we offer. That way, when you speak with Gary or Jack, your conversation will be much more productive, focused on tailoring the perfect bass to your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch DC\/Baltimore bassist Max Murray share his experiences with Upton Bass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Max Murray at Upton Bass\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ehtVewzcpHw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a moment to fill out the form below and tell us about your dream bass. We can help tailor any model to meet your needs and identify the Upton pattern that will work best for you. 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