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,… Continue reading 362: David Gage talks shop
Category: Luthiers
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… Continue reading 352: Fingerboard Geometry with Joey Naeger
287: Bill Merchant luthier chat
Bill Merchant just had the mildest winter in his 40 year career.
259: Trevor Davis on his luthier path
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… Continue reading CBC 72: Barrie Kolstein interview 2