The pickup is bridge mounted as this offers a more acoustic sound than a body mount pickup.
UEB - Upright Electric Bass
These instruments have a feel similar to the conventional double bass, obviously they don't carry the same acoustic volume, when correctly amplified the UEB will offer an impressive tonal range with some real advantages. Upright Electric Basses are an excellent instrument for musicians who are on the road or doing a lot of gigging. UEB basses are very popular with Latin musicians as they appreciate the power and drive these instruments put out. Portability size and basic ease to bump in and out of a venue are always appreciated by the busy musician, as these instruments are not susceptible to damage when touring like conventional double basses. UEB's record well in live venues as they are very stable and seldom guilty of feed back. The advantage when you want to practice late at night, you won't be disturbing anyone, popular with the nocturnal habits of many Jazz musicians.
The instrument featured in the photos is about ten years old. I don't object to the less is more theory regarding the finish on an instrument, personally I don't like instruments smothers in lacquer.
UEB Upright Electric Bass
Featuring : Ebony fretboard. Laminated body neck. Detachable brace.
Finish : Urethane lacquer
Detailing : Brass and wood string harness. Ebony fretboard
Hardware : Gotoh tuners
Nut and bridge : Hand Carved Ebony. Bridge hand made Maple conventional design with some adjustments.
Dimensions : UEB Upright Electric Bass
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Neck Scale | 1050 mm |
| Frets | Fretless |
| Pick up | Bridge mounted : Fishman full circle pickup (Fitted by replacing the adjusting wheels on the bridge.) |
2017 Peter Stephen : UEB. Dom Stayne - Musician & owner.
Cost
The question of price varies depending on the setup and detailing of the instrument, to discuss having an instrument made for you it is best to contact Peter at his Studio. PH : 64-3 328 8033
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