Exploring My Jackstadt Double Bass: Its History, Characteristics, and Performance

In this video, I discuss my Jackstadt double bass, an instrument crafted in 1995 by luthier Albert Jackstadt. I discuss its specifications, characteristics, and its history, including how it came into my possession. I talk about how it performs and its features such as its weight, size, material, extension, unique tapering, and its sound output. I also address its practicality, maintenance, and durability over the years of its lifespan. Comparison with other basses, costs, and transitioning between basses in different contexts are conversed as well. To conclude, I share my fondness for the instrument and the complexities of searching for the right bass. Here are some videos of me playing this bass with different strings: Thomastik Prototype (Peter Infeld) and D'Addario Kaplans -    • Peter Infeld Double Bass Strings – What Do...   D'Addario Zyex and Pirastro Perpetual -    • Double bass string comparison - Zyex vs Pe...   Pirastro Flexocor Deluxe -    • Siete de Julio by Andres Martin   Links referenced: Eric Snoza interview (he sold me my Jakstadt!) - https://contrabassconversations.com/2... D'Addario Accessories Drill Bit Peg Winder - https://lasso.to/amazon/DakxE554VS/FD... Bass luthier Gael McKeron - https://contrabassconversations.com/?... 00:00 Introduction to my Jackstadt Double Bass 00:37 History and Acquisition of the Bass 01:58 Cost and Value of the Bass 03:27 Physical Measurements and Characteristics 05:50 The Bass's Extension and Its Features 07:12 Tuning and String Details 07:50 Material and Design Aspects 09:47 Maintenance and Durability 10:23 Sound Quality and Performance 14:33 Battle Scars and Repairs 16:04 Final Thoughts and Resources all things double bass - https://doublebasshq.com double bass merch - https://shop.doublebasshq.com/merch double bass sheet music - https://shop.doublebasshq.com intro song by Eric Hochberg - https://erichochberg.com