Luthiers – Page 5

362: David Gage talks shop

David Gage opened his shop in 1978 in New York City. He has played an integral role in the double bass world ever since. David has served on the International Society of Bassists board of directors in the past and provides a wide range of products and services for the double bassist.

We chat about many topics, including:

studying with Dave Holland in 1976
working with Chuck Traeger
the origins of the shop
getting into making products and services
being a part of the “bass revolution” over the past few decades

352: Fingerboard Geometry with Joey Naeger

Joey Naeger recently wrote an article for Bass World titled Fingerboard Geometry. Optimal fingerboard set-up is a major topic of interest for all bass players, and I reached out to Joey to chat for the podcast.

We dig into:

scoop
why fingerboard buzzes occur
what bass makers can do to help

…and much more!

Look for Joey at ISB 2017, and check out his article for diagrams and further reading on the topic of fingerboard geometry.

287: Bill Merchant luthier chat

Bill Merchant just had the mildest winter in his 40 year career.

259: Trevor Davis on his luthier path

Trevor Davis Double Bass

Spread and focus.

That’s what Trevor Davis thinks about as he makes his basses.

CBC 72: Barrie Kolstein interview 2

We’re wrapping up our chat with Barrie Kolstein this week on the Contrabass Conversations show. We began this interview on episode 70 of the program, and in it we discussed Barrie’s father Samuel Kolstein and how he got into the bow making business, the progression into the bass making business, and the development of the Kolstein line of products (including rosin, stings, and cases) that bassists worldwide use today.

Barrie discusses Kolstein rosin, challenges facing modern double bass retailers and luthiers, advice on buying a double bass, and how the business has changed in the past few decades. Visit the Kolstein shop online at www.kolstein.com.