{"id":26299,"date":"2023-05-19T15:14:57","date_gmt":"2023-05-19T14:14:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=26299"},"modified":"2024-07-25T15:50:42","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T14:50:42","slug":"cello-vs-double-bass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/","title":{"rendered":"Cello vs. Double Bass \u2013 What\u2019s the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Key_takeaways\" >Key takeaways\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#1_Size\" >1. Size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#2_Range\" >2. Range<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#3_Strings_and_tuning\" >3. Strings and tuning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#4_Sound\" >4. Sound<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#5_Playing_position\" >5. Playing position<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#6_Role_in_the_orchestra\" >6. Role in the orchestra<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Cello_vs_double_bass_%E2%80%93_the_differences\" >Cello vs. double bass \u2013 the differences\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#1_Size-2\" >1. Size\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#2_Range-2\" >2. Range\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#3_Strings_and_tuning-2\" >3. Strings and tuning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#4_Sound-2\" >4. Sound\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#5_Playing_position-2\" >5. Playing position\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#6_Role_in_the_orchestra-2\" >6. Role in the orchestra<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Benefits_of_playing_the_cello\" >Benefits of playing the cello\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Our_cello_recommendations\" >Our cello recommendations \u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Student_Full_Size_Cello_with_Case_by_Gear4music\" >Student Full Size Cello with Case by Gear4music<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Primavera_100_Cello\" >Primavera 100 Cello\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Stentor_Student_2_Cello\" >Stentor Student 2 Cello\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Hidersine_Veracini_Cello\" >Hidersine Veracini Cello<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Benefits_of_playing_the_double_bass\" >Benefits of playing the double bass\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Our_double_bass_recommendations\" >Our double bass recommendations\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Student_Full_Size_Double_Bass_by_Gear4music\" >Student Full Size Double Bass by Gear4music<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Hidersine_Inizio_Double_Bass_Outfit\" >Hidersine Inizio Double Bass Outfit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Stentor_Student_Double_Bass\" >Stentor Student Double Bass<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Stagg_Electric_Double_Bass\" >Stagg Electric Double Bass\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/cello-vs-double-bass\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/orchestral\/string-instruments\/cellos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cello<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/orchestral\/string-instruments\/double-bass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">double bass<\/a><\/strong> may appear to be very similar instruments but they actually have many differences that are important to know &#8211; especially if you&#8217;re a strings player! Double basses and cellos, despite looking alike, are actually from different historical string instrument families. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Like the violin and viola, the cello comes from the violin family that was developed in the 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> century.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass, however, is believed to have evolved from the earlier (15<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> century) viol family &#8211; in particular, the violone (which was the bass viol). In fact, early double basses were conversions of violones. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is why many double basses don\u2019t have the pointed corners that cellos, violas, and violins have &#8211; their design is more associated with viols than violins. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Corners have also been historically difficult to carve out on an instrument the size of the bass. However, s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ome basses nowadays do have these corners &#8211; they\u2019re often referred to as \u201cviolin-shaped\u201d whereas the older style is referred to as \u201cgamba-shaped\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Key takeaways &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_takeaways\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key takeaways<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In a nutshell, what are the differences between cello and double bass?<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Size\"><\/span>1. Size<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The most noticeable difference between cello and double bass is the size. Cellos are approximately half the size of a double bass and their bows are longer and more slender than a bass bow.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Range\"><\/span>2. Range<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">One of the most significant differences between cellos and bass in terms of role in the orchestra is the range of the instruments. Cellos have a low C string, which is a minor 6<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> higher than the low E string of a bass.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Strings_and_tuning\"><\/span>3. Strings and tuning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cellos and basses have different strings and tuning. Like violins and violas, cellos are tuned in fifths (C-G-D-A). Basses are tuned in fourths (E-A-D-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">G). <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sound\"><\/span>4. Sound<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cellos tend to have a much higher sound than the bass. This is both due to range and the physical size differences between the two instruments.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Playing_position\"><\/span>5. Playing position<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Both cellos and basses are played in an upright position. However, bassists will usually stand or sit on a high stool to play. Cellists generally only sit on chairs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Role_in_the_orchestra\"><\/span>6. Role in the orchestra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Historically, the cello and double bass would play the same parts but now cellos operate in a more tenor range while the basses provide deep low end.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Cello vs. double bass \u2013 the differences &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cello_vs_double_bass_%E2%80%93_the_differences\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cello vs. double bass \u2013 the differences<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Size-2\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. Size<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26386 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Hidersine Veracini Cello\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The first difference you&#8217;ll notice between cello and double bass is s<\/span>ize<span data-contrast=\"auto\">. In fact, <strong>d<\/strong><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>ouble basses are roughly twice the size of a cello<\/strong>! Some people believe this is where the name double bass comes from, although there are several other theories too. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass is well-known for being extremely large. Many adults will only play a 3\/4 size instrument, compared to the cello where it\u2019s rare for an adult player to play anything smaller than a 4\/4 size instrument.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is because even a 3\/4 bass is over six feet (186 cm) tall. A full-size bass stands at six feet and four inches (nearly two metres)! Only very tall players, or those with very large hands, will need a full-sized instrument. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Range-2\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. Range<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The lowest string on a double bass is generally an<strong> E<\/strong>. This is a minor 6<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> below the cello&#8217;s lowest string, which is a<strong> C<\/strong>. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At the other end of the scale, cellos have a substantially <strong>higher range<\/strong> than the bass &#8211; up to violin ranges!\u00a0Cellists can comfortably play up to an F four ledger lines above the treble clef stave. This puts the overall range of the cello at more than four octaves.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass\u2019s upper range maxes out at around a G on the 3<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">rd<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> line of the treble clef. This is about an octave higher than the violin\u2019s lowest string &#8211; a respectable range considering how low it can go. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Double basses are also a <strong>transposing instrument<\/strong>, meaning they sound an octave lower than what\u2019s notated on the music. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Strings_and_tuning-2\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. Strings and tuning<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26388 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Double bass strings\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Both cello and double bass have four strings, like the other string instruments. However, this is where the similarities end.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cellos, like the rest of the string family, are tuned in fifths, meaning there&#8217;s a fifth between each string. They\u2019re also tuned exactly an octave below the viola <strong>(C-G-D-A)<\/strong>. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Basses are tuned in fourths<strong> (E-A-D-G)<\/strong>, like the lower strings of a guitar. This reduces the range of the instrument greatly but makes it easier to perform quick scalic passages without having to shift around the fingerboard too much. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some basses can be modified with an extension to the E string to alter its pitch to a C. This lowers the range to exactly an octave below the cello, allowing you to perform passages where the basses double the cello parts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bass players may opt to play a five-string instrument. This has an additional lower B string, and it&#8217;s extremely deep &#8211; within an octave of the lowest pitches humans can perceive! Occasionally, a higher C string may be used instead, though this is more common for solo playing. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Double bassists may also install solo strings on their bass. This is a form of scordatura (alternate tuning) that pitches every string up a tone. These are better for solo playing as the strings are thinner and better for agile playing.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sound-2\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Sound<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As you may have guessed \u2013 cellos are <strong>higher pitched<\/strong> than the double bass but both are able to be <strong>bowed (arco) and plucked (pizzicato)<\/strong>. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They&#8217;re also both able to produce beautiful, lyrical bowed passages, with the cello projecting a brighter tone and the double bass projecting a darker tone. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The very thick strings of the bass require more effort and time to get vibrating than the thinner strings of the cello, so basses often have a slower attack on the sound.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Additionally, the double bass is more well known for its ability to be plucked \u2013 this is due to its popularity in many genres outside of orchestral music. It&#8217;s an iconic jazz instrument and is also seen in many different folk ensembles too, primarily played pizzicato rather than arco. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Playing_position-2\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. Playing position<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26390 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"A child playing the cello\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Both cello and bass are played in an <strong>upright position<\/strong> \u2013 unlike the violin and viola.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The cello is usually played with the <strong>cellist seated<\/strong>. By adjusting the height of the spike (the endpin), the instrument is placed so that the body rests against your chest. Its neck should be on your left and the lowest tuning peg should be about the same height as your ear. You hold the cello in place with your knees.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass can be played either <strong>stood up or sat on a high stool<\/strong>. This is often down to the preference of the bassist \u2013 some prefer to stand while some prefer sitting. In jazz and folk ensembles it\u2019s more common to just stand. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bassists will often bring their own stools with them to rehearsals as some venues might not have suitable stools. They also may just prefer the familiarity of their own stool. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To hold the bass, you first need to adjust the spike so the nut at the top of the fingerboard is about level with your eyes. If you\u2019re standing, your feet need to be about shoulder-width apart. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tilt the bass slightly so it rests on your left hip; you should be able to bend over and reach the higher notes lower down on the fingerboard without the shoulders getting in your way. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ideally, you should be able to hold the instrument simply with your body \u2013 your hands shouldn\u2019t be needed to hold the instrument. This applies to cello and double bass.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Double basses have two different styles of bows: French and German. The French style is the same as the cello bow, in which you can hold the bow in an overhand fashion. German bows have a much bigger frog and larger gap between the hair and the stick. You hold this bow in an underhand style from the frog.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These bows are very similar; players tend to simply have a personal preference for one over the other. However, some say that the French bow is better for control in soloistic playing while the German bow is better for overall power in orchestral playing.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Role_in_the_orchestra-2\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">6. Role in the orchestra<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The role of the cello and bass has evolved over time. In the Baroque era, basses and cellos made up part of the basso continuo \u2013 a group of lower-pitched instruments that all read from the same bassline. The bass would often play an octave lower than the cello.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This trend continued into the Classical period; many of Mozart\u2019s works and Beethoven\u2019s early works feature combined cello and bass parts.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As the Classical period progressed into the Romantic period, the modern double bass began to appear and composers wrote specific parts for it that were separate from the cello. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These would take advantage of the different tuning on the strings, lower pitch, and generally more percussive sound of the bass. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Today both the cello and basses can provide the <strong>bassline<\/strong> \u2013 but the cellos can play higher, or <strong>tenor<\/strong>, parts in the harmony and even melodies. Some composers do compose melodies and solos for bass, but this is less common. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Benefits of playing the cello &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_playing_the_cello\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Benefits of playing the cello\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Playing the cello has many benefits. There\u2019s a vast repertoire out there, and you&#8217;ll be able to find pieces to play for your whole playing career pretty easily.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you want to play a mixture of melody lines and bass, the cello is probably better than the bass for you. Cellos can play upper melodies as well as more rhythmic and deeper bass lines.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It&#8217;s also generally regarded as less physically demanding to play than bass. If you want to spare your fingers from punishment, opt for the cello.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The cello is much more portable than the double bass;\u00a0 you can carry it on your back and take it with you easily on buses, trains, and taxis without much bother. Basses are much tricker to travel with as they&#8217;re larger and won&#8217;t fit in all cars.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Our cello recommendations  &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_cello_recommendations\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our cello recommendations <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Student_Full_Size_Cello_with_Case_by_Gear4music\"><\/span>Student Full Size Cello with Case by Gear4music<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-27828 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Student Full Size Cello with Case by Gear4music\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Spruce and basswood body delivers a rich sound<\/p>\n<p>Includes everything a beginner needs to get started<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Only uses factory strings<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music\/247\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student Full Size Cello by Gear4music<\/a><\/strong> is ideal for cellists who are just starting out and are looking for a balance between affordability and quality.<\/p>\n<p>Its laminated spruce and basswood body produces those rich, warm cello tones that have inspired you to pick up the instrument in the first place, and it&#8217;s varnished for a gleaming finish. The varnish also protects the wood, further enhancing the tough, sturdy build of the cello. Better still, there&#8217;s inlaid purfling, which reduces the chance of cracks forming at the edge of the instrument and allows the top to flex more freely, creating a beautiful, resonant sound.<\/p>\n<p>As well as producing a crisp tone, each of the steel core strings has silk wrappings. This is ideal for helping students identify the notes whilst they&#8217;re learning.<\/p>\n<p>The complete package, this Gear4music cello comes with a bow, rosin, and case. Robust and durable, the bow is made from hardwood and boasts a half-mounted frog and ebony adjuster. The bow has been designed to be as comfortable and hard-wearing as possible, sticking with you as you progress in skill and learn new techniques.<\/p>\n<p>The case is easy to carry and transport thanks to shoulder straps and wheels on the bottom, whilst its hard foam, canvas-covered construction ensures it keeps the cello well protected as you go from lesson to lesson or gig to gig.<\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Student-Full-Size-Cello-with-Case-by-Gear4music\/247\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student Full Size Cello with Case by Gear4music<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Primavera_100_Cello\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Primavera 100 Cello<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26391 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Primavera 100 Cello Outfit\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Pros\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Hand-carved maple and spruce body<\/p>\n<p>Comes with a case and bow<\/p>\n<p>Available down to a 1\/16 size<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bow is only half-mounted<\/p>\n<p>Only uses factory strings<\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Cellos\/Primavera?page=1&amp;filters[336]=2636\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Primavera 100 Cello<\/a><\/strong> is a great quality cello if you want a premium start to your playing career. Its body is hand-carved from solid pieces of wood, a step up from many beginner instruments made from plywood which generally doesn&#8217;t sound as good but is more affordable than solid wood. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It&#8217;s also available in sizes all the way down to 1\/16 size, so anyone \u2013 no matter their age \u2013 can play this cello. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many beginner instruments come with basic unbranded strings. These are often referred to as \u201cfactory strings&#8221; and are usually cheaper than strings made by specialised string makers. However, they don&#8217;t offer the same sound or performance quality as some branded strings. They&#8217;re still fine for your first steps at cello; you can always buy a new set when you want to upgrade. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As with most cello outfits, this one comes with a case and a bow. The bow is half mounted, so there isn&#8217;t a metal plate between the frog and the stick. This means that the tightening and slackening of the stick isn&#8217;t as smooth as a mounted stick, and it will be worn out quicker &#8211; but the overall performance of the bow isn\u2019t very different.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Cellos\/Primavera?page=1&amp;filters[336]=2636\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Primavera 100 Cello<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stentor_Student_2_Cello\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stentor Student 2 Cello<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26392 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Stentor Student 2 Cello\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Pros\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Carved body<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bow is fully mounted \u2013 lasts longer and feels nicer when tightening and slackening<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Available down to 1\/16 size<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Uses factory strings<\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Again, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Cellos\/Stentor?page=1&amp;filters[255]=2390\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stentor Student 2 Cello<\/a><\/strong> features a carved body \u2013 the wood has been made to a consistent thickness to ensure a reliable tone across all registers of the instrument. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ebony has been used for the fingerboard, tuning pegs, and the bow frog. This is a premium wood often seen on professional instruments and it&#8217;s great for parts like the fingerboard and frog because it resists the oils in your hands. Plus, the softness of the wood makes handling very comfortable. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The bow is fully mounted. So when you&#8217;re tightening and slackening, it will feel extremely smooth and the extra metal plate reduces the wear to your bow\u2019s stick. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s also available as small as 1\/16 size, making it accessible to <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">young players. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Cellos\/Stentor?page=1&amp;filters[255]=2390\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stentor Student 2 Cello<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hidersine_Veracini_Cello\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hidersine Veracini Cello<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26393 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Hidersine Veracini Cello Outfit, Full Size\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">Hand-carved from high-quality wood<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">Beautiful flamed patterning on the back<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">Top quality bridge from Aubert<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\"> More suitable for advanced players than beginners\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bow doesn&#8217;t have the same quality as more premium bows<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Only available in 4\/4 size so less suitable for younger players\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size\/3WN6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidersine Veracini<\/a><\/strong> is very much intended for a more advanced player. It&#8217;s more expensive than the previous cellos on this list, but its materials are definitely worth the extra cash. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The wood of the Veracini is usually aged, or \u201cseasoned\u201d, for many years, sometimes decades. And it\u2019s very high quality &#8211; the flamed maple back is a shining example of this. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hidersine&#8217;s Veracini has also been made largely by hand. This means that, alongside the body, the neck and scroll have been skilfully carved by a trained luthier.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Plus, Hidersine have set up each instrument in their UK-based workshops so that they\u2019re \u201cready to play\u201d pretty much straight away.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size\/3WN6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidersine Veracini Cello<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Benefits of playing the double bass &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_playing_the_double_bass\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Benefits of playing the double bass<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you love underpinning an orchestra, the double bass is a no-brainer. It&#8217;s nearly unmatched in its low range \u2013 only tuba and contrabassoon have comparable ranges. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You&#8217;ll also love playing bass if you&#8217;re interested in playing other genres. Bass is seen everywhere, from jazz to folk and even popular music. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Playing bass guitar also can also be a natural transition for a double bass player as it has the same strings and similar gauges. You only need to adjust the playing position and alter your fingering slightly to account for frets.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re a fan of musical gadgets and accessories, the bass is also a fun instrument to play. There are all sorts of things out there to make your life easier. You can get wheels\/buggies to make carrying your bass around more manageable, you can get a bow quiver to put your bow easily within reach if you need to play pizzicato, and there\u2019s also a large selection of stools you can get.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the biggest benefits of playing the double bass is that you\u2019ll get lots of work and opportunities to play. Double bassists, especially classical bassists, are quite rare and you\u2019ll find that your playing skills will be in quite high demand!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Our double bass recommendations &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_double_bass_recommendations\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our double bass recommendations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Student_Full_Size_Double_Bass_by_Gear4music\"><\/span>Student Full Size Double Bass by Gear4music<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-27829 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Student Full Size Double Bass by Gear4music\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Spruce and basswood body produces a rich, warm sound<\/p>\n<p>Ebonized hardwood fingerboard prevents the build-up of moisture\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Only used factory strings<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Like the cello, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music\/1O5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student Full Size Double Bass by Gear4music<\/a><\/strong> includes a bow, rosin, and hard case, and it&#8217;s ideal for beginners. It boasts a laminated spruce and basswood body that produces beautifully warm and resonant tones, and it&#8217;s extremely hardwearing &#8211; which makes the constant playing and transporting of your instrument a breeze.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As well as inlaid purfling for protection against cracks, the instrument also boasts an ebonized hardwood fingerboard. This clever construction prevents the build-up of moisture, which, therefore, ensures the instrument lasts as long as possible. Plus, to make life easier when you&#8217;re learning, the steel core strings have silk wrappings which help you identify the notes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Student Full Size Double Bass comes with a bow, rosin, and case &#8211; everything a student needs to get going straight away. Crafted from hardwood, the bow is extremely robust and comfortable to use, and the case boasts wheels and shoulder straps for stress-free transportation.<\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Student-Full-Size-Double-Bass-by-Gear4music\/1O5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student Full Size Double Bass by Gear4music<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hidersine_Inizio_Double_Bass_Outfit\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hidersine Inizio Double Bass Outfit<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26394 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Hidersine Inizio Double Bass Outfit\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Great for students looking for their first bass<\/p>\n<p>Comes with a bag and bow<\/p>\n<p>Very affordable<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Less suitable for older or taller players as it&#8217;s only available in 3\/4 size<\/p>\n<p>Laminated woods may not offer the same tonal quality as solid wood<\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Double basses are notoriously expensive; they\u2019re not very common and they\u2019re massive. So finding a double bass for just over \u00a31000 is a bargain. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-3-4\/32IV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidersine Inizio<\/a><\/strong> is a great instrument for people who are just starting out or find other basses prohibitively expensive. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The body is made of laminated woods, which generally aren\u2019t considered to sound as good as solid carved wood basses. You won\u2019t normally see a laminate bass in professional orchestras. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That being said, laminate has advantages over solid wood. It\u2019s less prone to cracking than solid wood and it\u2019s more resistant to changes in temperature or humidity. As a result, these basses are often preferred by buskers or other travelling bass players.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-3-4\/32IV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidersine Inizio Double Bass<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stentor_Student_Double_Bass\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stentor Student Double Bass<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26395 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Stentor Student Double Bass\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Available from 1\/16 to 4\/4 size<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Top is carved from solid wood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Great for beginners or intermediate students<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comes with bag and bow<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Not as suitable for professionals\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Like the Student Cello, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Double_Bass\/Stentor?page=1&amp;filters[255]=2389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stentor Student Double Bass<\/a><\/strong> is a great instrument for beginners. It\u2019s not too expensive and is of good enough quality to last you many years of playing before purchasing a new one. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What makes this bass especially suitable for learners is the broad range of sizes that are available. From a tiny 1\/16 size to a full-size instrument, there will be one that fits you.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It also has a fully carved top with laminate sides. This is a great idea because it makes the instrument affordable. The top though, is what has the biggest impact on sound. Making the top out of solid wood vastly improves the sound quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Double_Bass\/Stentor?page=1&amp;filters[255]=2389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stentor Student Double Bass<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stagg_Electric_Double_Bass\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stagg Electric Double Bass<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-26397 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Stagg Electric Double Bass, Honey\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Much more portable than an acoustic bass<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Extremely eye-catching<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tone controls let you fine-tune the sound<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Experiment with pedals and other digital effects<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comes with a specially designed bag<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sound isn&#8217;t as full-bodied as an acoustic<\/p>\n<p>You need an amplifier to plug into<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Only available in \u00be size \u2013 less suitable for younger players<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The dream of many double bassists is to have an instrument that is (relatively) more portable than their acoustic bass. Electric double basses fulfil that role. They also look really cool!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unfortunately, many electrics are &#8211; like their acoustic counterparts &#8211; very expensive. But Stagg have achieved the tricky goal of producing a relatively affordable <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/orchestral\/electric-strings\/double-bass?page=1&amp;filters[manufacturer_id]=526\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">electric bass<\/a><\/strong>. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One thing to remember about electric double basses is that they won\u2019t sound quite like your acoustic. They haven\u2019t got the massive wooden chamber in which sound can resonate. But you can still get an authentic sound from it plus the extra fun of experimenting with different amplifiers and effects pedals. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Stagg bass even comes with a specially designed case so you can carry your instrument around more easily than an acoustic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/orchestral\/electric-strings\/double-bass?page=1&amp;filters[manufacturer_id]=526\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stagg Electric Double Bass<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Final thoughts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let&#8217;s recap a few of the differences between cello and double bass. Most notably, cellos are smaller and have a larger and higher range than the bass. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Both can fulfil similar roles in an orchestra, but the basses provide more of a percussive low end than the cellos thanks to their extra low strings. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cellos are generally better at melodic playing, though the double bass has been known for some great melodic moments. Both are fully capable solo instruments too.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cellos are almost always played whilst sat down, though some electric cellos have extra long spikes which can enable the player to stand. Bassists will sit or stand depending on their preference and what the situation requires. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We stock a good range of both cellos and basses, including fractional-sized instruments for children and some full-sized double basses for taller players. 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up to violin ranges!\u00a0Cellists can comfortably play up to an F four ledger lines above the treble clef stave. This puts the overall range of the cello at more than four octaves.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":41,"featured_media":26385,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/orchestral\/string-instruments\/cellos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cello<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/orchestral\/string-instruments\/double-bass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">double bass<\/a><\/strong> may appear to be very similar instruments but they actually have many differences that are important to know - especially if you're a strings player! Double basses and cellos, despite looking alike, are actually from different historical string instrument families. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Like the violin and viola, the cello comes from the violin family that was developed in the 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> century.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass, however, is believed to have evolved from the earlier (15<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> century) viol family - in particular, the violone (which was the bass viol). In fact, early double basses were conversions of violones. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is why many double basses don\u2019t have the pointed corners that cellos, violas, and violins have - their design is more associated with viols than violins. <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Corners have also been historically difficult to carve out on an instrument the size of the bass. However, s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ome basses nowadays do have these corners - they\u2019re often referred to as \u201cviolin-shaped\u201d whereas the older style is referred to as \u201cgamba-shaped\u201d.<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key takeaways<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p>In a nutshell, what are the differences between cello and double bass?<\/p><h4>1. Size<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The most noticeable difference between cello and double bass is the size. Cellos are approximately half the size of a double bass and their bows are longer and more slender than a bass bow.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>2. Range<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">One of the most significant differences between cellos and bass in terms of role in the orchestra is the range of the instruments. Cellos have a low C string, which is a minor 6<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> higher than the low E string of a bass.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>3. Strings and tuning<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cellos and basses have different strings and tuning. Like violins and violas, cellos are tuned in fifths (C-G-D-A). Basses are tuned in fourths (E-A-D-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">G). <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>4. Sound<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cellos tend to have a much higher sound than the bass. This is both due to range and the physical size differences between the two instruments.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>5. Playing position<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Both cellos and basses are played in an upright position. However, bassists will usually stand or sit on a high stool to play. Cellists generally only sit on chairs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4>6. Role in the orchestra<\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Historically, the cello and double bass would play the same parts but now cellos operate in a more tenor range while the basses provide deep low end.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cello vs. double bass \u2013 the differences<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. Size<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26386 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Hidersine Veracini Cello\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>The first difference you'll notice between cello and double bass is <strong>s<\/strong><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ize<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. In fact, d<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ouble basses are roughly twice the size of a cello! Some people believe this is where the name double bass comes from, although there are several other theories too. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass is well-known for being extremely large. Many adults will only play a 3\/4 size instrument, compared to the cello where it\u2019s rare for an adult player to play anything smaller than a 4\/4 size instrument.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is because even a 3\/4 bass is over six feet (186 cm) tall. A full-size bass stands at six feet and four inches (nearly two metres)! Only very tall players, or those with very large hands, will need a full-sized instrument. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. Range<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The lowest string on a double bass is generally an E. This is a minor 6<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> below the cello's lowest string, which is a C. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At the other end of the scale, cellos have a substantially higher range than the bass - up to violin ranges!\u00a0Cellists can comfortably play up to an F four ledger lines above the treble clef stave. This puts the overall range of the cello at more than four octaves.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass\u2019s upper range maxes out at around a G on the 3<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">rd<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> line of the treble clef. This is about an octave higher than the violin\u2019s lowest string - a respectable range considering how low it can go. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Double basses are also a transposing instrument, meaning they sound an octave lower than what\u2019s notated on the music. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. Strings and tuning<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26388 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Double-bass-strings-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Double bass strings\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Both cello and double bass have four strings, like the other string instruments. However, this is where the similarities end.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cellos, like the rest of the string family, are tuned in fifths, meaning there's a fifth between each string. They\u2019re also tuned exactly an octave below the viola (C-G-D-A). <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Basses are tuned in fourths (E-A-D-G), like the lower strings of a guitar. This reduces the range of the instrument greatly but makes it easier to perform quick scalic passages without having to shift around the fingerboard too much. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some basses can be modified with an extension to the E string to alter its pitch to a C. This lowers the range to exactly an octave below the cello, allowing you to perform passages where the basses double the cello parts.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bass players may opt to play a five-string instrument. This has an additional lower B string, and it's extremely deep - within an octave of the lowest pitches humans can perceive! Occasionally, a higher C string may be used instead, though this is more common for solo playing. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Double bassists may also install solo strings on their bass. This is a form of scordatura (alternate tuning) that pitches every string up a tone. These are better for solo playing as the strings are thinner and better for agile playing.<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Sound<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As you may have guessed \u2013 cellos are higher pitched than the double bass but both are able to be bowed (arco) and plucked (pizzicato). <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They're also both able to produce beautiful, lyrical bowed passages, with the cello projecting a brighter tone and the double bass projecting a darker tone. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The very thick strings of the bass require more effort and time to get vibrating than the thinner strings of the cello, so basses often have a slower attack on the sound.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Additionally, the double bass is more well known for its ability to be plucked \u2013 this is due to its popularity in many genres outside of orchestral music. It's an iconic jazz instrument and is also seen in many different folk ensembles too, primarily played pizzicato rather than arco. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. Playing position<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26390 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/A-child-playing-the-cello-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"A child playing the cello\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Both cello and bass are played in an upright position \u2013 unlike the violin and viola.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The cello is usually played with the cellist seated. By adjusting the height of the spike (the endpin), the instrument is placed so that the body rests against your chest. Its neck should be on your left and the lowest tuning peg should be about the same height as your ear. You hold the cello in place with your knees.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass can be played either stood up or sat on a high stool. This is often down to the preference of the bassist \u2013 some prefer to stand while some prefer sitting. In jazz and folk ensembles it\u2019s more common to just stand. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bassists will often bring their own stools with them to rehearsals as some venues might not have suitable stools. They also may just prefer the familiarity of their own stool. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To hold the bass, you first need to adjust the spike so the nut at the top of the fingerboard is about level with your eyes. If you\u2019re standing, your feet need to be about shoulder-width apart. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tilt the bass slightly so it rests on your left hip; you should be able to bend over and reach the higher notes lower down on the fingerboard without the shoulders getting in your way. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ideally, you should be able to hold the instrument simply with your body \u2013 your hands shouldn\u2019t be needed to hold the instrument. This applies to cello and double bass.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Double basses have two different styles of bows: French and German. The French style is the same as the cello bow, in which you can hold the bow in an overhand fashion. German bows have a much bigger frog and larger gap between the hair and the stick. You hold this bow in an underhand style from the frog.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These bows are very similar; players tend to simply have a personal preference for one over the other. However, some say that the French bow is better for control in soloistic playing while the German bow is better for overall power in orchestral playing.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">6. Role in the orchestra<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The role of the cello and bass has evolved over time. In the Baroque era, basses and cellos made up part of the basso continuo \u2013 a group of lower-pitched instruments that all read from the same bassline. The bass would often play an octave lower than the cello.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This trend continued into the Classical period; many of Mozart\u2019s works and Beethoven\u2019s early works feature combined cello and bass parts.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As the Classical period progressed into the Romantic period, the modern double bass began to appear and composers wrote specific parts for it that were separate from the cello. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These would take advantage of the different tuning on the strings, lower pitch, and generally more percussive sound of the bass. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Today both the cello and basses can provide the bassline \u2013 but the cellos can play higher, or tenor, parts in the harmony and even melodies. Some composers do compose melodies and solos for bass, but this is less common. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Benefits of playing the cello\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Playing the cello has many benefits. There\u2019s a vast repertoire out there, and you'll be able to find pieces to play for your whole playing career pretty easily.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you want to play a mixture of melody lines and bass, the cello is probably better than the bass for you. Cellos can play upper melodies as well as more rhythmic and deeper bass lines.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It's also generally regarded as less physically demanding to play than bass. If you want to spare your fingers from punishment, opt for the cello.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The cello is much more portable than the double bass;\u00a0 you can carry it on your back and take it with you easily on buses, trains, and taxis without much bother. Basses are much tricker to travel with as they're larger and won't fit in all cars.<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our cello recommendations\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Primavera 100 Cello<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26391 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Primavera-100-Cello-Outfit-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Primavera 100 Cello Outfit\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Pros\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Hand-carved maple and spruce body<\/p><p>Comes with a case and bow<\/p><p>Available down to a 1\/16 size<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><p>Bow is only half-mounted<\/p><p>Only uses factory strings<\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Cellos\/Primavera?page=1&filters[336]=2636\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Primavera 100 Cello<\/a><\/strong> is a great quality cello if you want a premium start to your playing career. Its body is hand-carved from solid pieces of wood, a step up from many beginner instruments made from plywood which generally doesn't sound as good but is more affordable than solid wood. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It's also available in sizes all the way down to 1\/16 size, so anyone \u2013 no matter their age \u2013 can play this cello. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many beginner instruments come with basic unbranded strings. These are often referred to as \u201cfactory strings\" and are usually cheaper than strings made by specialised string makers. However, they don't offer the same sound or performance quality as some branded strings. They're still fine for your first steps at cello; you can always buy a new set when you want to upgrade. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As with most cello outfits, this one comes with a case and a bow. The bow is half mounted, so there isn't a metal plate between the frog and the stick. This means that the tightening and slackening of the stick isn't as smooth as a mounted stick, and it will be worn out quicker - but the overall performance of the bow isn\u2019t very different.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Cellos\/Primavera?page=1&filters[336]=2636\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Primavera 100 Cello<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stentor Student 2 Cello<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26392 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-2-Cello-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Stentor Student 2 Cello\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Pros\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Carved body<\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bow is fully mounted \u2013 lasts longer and feels nicer when tightening and slackening<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Available down to 1\/16 size<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><p>Uses factory strings<\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Again, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Cellos\/Stentor?page=1&filters[255]=2390\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stentor Student 2 Cello<\/a><\/strong> features a carved body \u2013 the wood has been made to a consistent thickness to ensure a reliable tone across all registers of the instrument. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ebony has been used for the fingerboard, tuning pegs, and the bow frog. This is a premium wood often seen on professional instruments and it's great for parts like the fingerboard and frog because it resists the oils in your hands. Plus, the softness of the wood makes handling very comfortable. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The bow is fully mounted. So when you're tightening and slackening, it will feel extremely smooth and the extra metal plate reduces the wear to your bow\u2019s stick. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s also available as small as 1\/16 size, making it accessible to <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">young players. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Cellos\/Stentor?page=1&filters[255]=2390\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stentor Student 2 Cello<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hidersine Veracini Cello<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\"><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26393 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Hidersine Veracini Cello Outfit, Full Size\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">Hand-carved from high-quality wood<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">Beautiful flamed patterning on the back<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">Top quality bridge from Aubert<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\"> More suitable for advanced players than beginners\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Bow doesn't have the same quality as more premium bows<\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Only available in 4\/4 size so less suitable for younger players\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size\/3WN6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidersine Veracini<\/a><\/strong> is very much intended for a more advanced player. It's more expensive than the previous cellos on this list, but its materials are definitely worth the extra cash. <\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The wood of the Veracini is usually aged, or \u201cseasoned\u201d, for many years, sometimes decades. And it\u2019s very high quality - the flamed maple back is a shining example of this. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hidersine's Veracini has also been made largely by hand. This means that, alongside the body, the neck and scroll have been skilfully carved by a trained luthier.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Plus, Hidersine have set up each instrument in their UK-based workshops so that they\u2019re \u201cready to play\u201d pretty much straight away.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Hidersine-Veracini-Cello-Outfit-Full-Size\/3WN6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidersine Veracini Cello<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Benefits of playing the double bass<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you love underpinning an orchestra, the double bass is a no-brainer. It's nearly unmatched in its low range \u2013 only tuba and contrabassoon have comparable ranges. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You'll also love playing bass if you're interested in playing other genres. Bass is seen everywhere, from jazz to folk and even popular music. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Playing bass guitar also can also be a natural transition for a double bass player as it has the same strings and similar gauges. You only need to adjust the playing position and alter your fingering slightly to account for frets.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re a fan of musical gadgets and accessories, the bass is also a fun instrument to play. There are all sorts of things out there to make your life easier. You can get wheels\/buggies to make carrying your bass around more manageable, you can get a bow quiver to put your bow easily within reach if you need to play pizzicato, and there\u2019s also a large selection of stools you can get.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the biggest benefits of playing the double bass is that you\u2019ll get lots of work and opportunities to play. Double bassists, especially classical bassists, are quite rare and you\u2019ll find that your playing skills will be in quite high demand!<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our double bass recommendations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hidersine Inizio Double Bass Outfit<\/span><\/h4><p><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26394 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Hidersine Inizio Double Bass Outfit\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/p><p>Great for students looking for their first bass<\/p><p>Comes with a bag and bow<\/p><p>Very affordable<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><p>Less suitable for older or taller players as it's only available in 3\/4 size<\/p><p>Laminated woods may not offer the same tonal quality as solid wood<\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Double basses are notoriously expensive; they\u2019re not very common and they\u2019re massive. So finding a double bass for just over \u00a31000 is a bargain. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-3-4\/32IV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidersine Inizio<\/a><\/strong> is a great instrument for people who are just starting out or find other basses prohibitively expensive. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The body is made of laminated woods, which generally aren\u2019t considered to sound as good as solid carved wood basses. You won\u2019t normally see a laminate bass in professional orchestras. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That being said, laminate has advantages over solid wood. It\u2019s less prone to cracking than solid wood and it\u2019s more resistant to changes in temperature or humidity. As a result, these basses are often preferred by buskers or other travelling bass players.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Woodwind-Brass-Strings\/Hidersine-Inizio-Double-Bass-Outfit-3-4\/32IV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hidersine Inizio Double Bass<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stentor Student Double Bass<\/span><\/h4><p><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26395 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stentor-Student-Double-Bass-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Stentor Student Double Bass\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Available from 1\/16 to 4\/4 size<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Top is carved from solid wood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Great for beginners or intermediate students<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comes with bag and bow<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Not as suitable for professionals\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Like the Student Cello, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Double_Bass\/Stentor?page=1&filters[255]=2389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stentor Student Double Bass<\/a><\/strong> is a great instrument for beginners. It\u2019s not too expensive and is of good enough quality to last you many years of playing before purchasing a new one. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What makes this bass especially suitable for learners is the broad range of sizes that are available. From a tiny 1\/16 size to a full-size instrument, there will be one that fits you.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It also has a fully carved top with laminate sides. This is a great idea because it makes the instrument affordable. The top though, is what has the biggest impact on sound. Making the top out of solid wood vastly improves the sound quality.<\/span><\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"\/Double_Bass\/Stentor?page=1&filters[255]=2389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stentor Student Double Bass<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stagg Electric Double Bass<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><strong><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-26397 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/05\/Stagg-Electric-Double-Bass-Honey-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Stagg Electric Double Bass, Honey\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Pros<\/strong><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Much more portable than an acoustic bass<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Extremely eye-catching<\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tone controls let you fine-tune the sound<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Experiment with pedals and other digital effects<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comes with a specially designed bag<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><p>Sound isn't as full-bodied as an acoustic<\/p><p>You need an amplifier to plug into<\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Only available in \u00be size \u2013 less suitable for younger players<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The dream of many double bassists is to have an instrument that is (relatively) more portable than their acoustic bass. Electric double basses fulfil that role. They also look really cool!<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unfortunately, many electrics are - like their acoustic counterparts - very expensive. But Stagg have achieved the tricky goal of producing a relatively affordable <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/orchestral\/electric-strings\/double-bass?page=1&filters[manufacturer_id]=526\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">electric bass<\/a><\/strong>. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One thing to remember about electric double basses is that they won\u2019t sound quite like your acoustic. They haven\u2019t got the massive wooden chamber in which sound can resonate. But you can still get an authentic sound from it plus the extra fun of experimenting with different amplifiers and effects pedals. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Stagg bass even comes with a specially designed case so you can carry your instrument around more easily than an acoustic.<\/span><\/p><p>Shop now | <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/orchestral\/electric-strings\/double-bass?page=1&filters[manufacturer_id]=526\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stagg Electric Double Bass<\/a><\/strong><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">FAQs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is double bass easier than cello?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s generally regarded that the cello is easier to learn than the double bass. This double bass is much more physically demanding than the cello, so you need to develop stronger muscles in your hands and arms to play bass. You also need to have bigger hands; if your hands are small, you may struggle more when learning \u2013 it\u2019s not impossible, though!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Can a double bass player play cello?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A double bass player can certainly play cello easier than other musicians, vice versa is also true. But both instruments are different and switching over does take some time to acclimatise to the differences in playing. Cellos have a different tuning and fingering system, plus, they require a much lighter bow hold compared to bass.<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is a double bass louder than a cello?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The double bass is a little quieter than the cello. This is due to the thick strings not being as loud as thinner ones and the fact that humans perceive higher-pitched sounds as louder than lower-pitched sounds.<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Final thoughts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":40,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":256}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let's recap a few of the differences between cello and double bass. 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