Bows and Rosin
If you're new to the bow, or buying for a student, it's easy to get overwhelmed by the choices. Should you get one with real horsehair? (Yes.) Should you get French or German style? (Depends.) Brazilwood, Pernambuco, Fiberglas, Carbon Fiber? (How far are you planning to take your development?)
We're here to help. We put together our Bow Buying Guide to help answer some of these questions for you, and We have FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions) about bows and other related subjects in our collection of free resources.
We don't offer "bow trials," where you get sent 3 or 4 bows and keep the one you like best; we've found that the bows we get are VERY consistent, and rather than tack on an extra $75-$100 to the price of the bows to cover the extra costs of inspection and cleaning, shipping, insurance, etc. (which is how the other shops can afford to do trials like those) we figure at this price range, you'd rather pocket the extra money and trust that we'll send you a great bow for a great price (we will.)
And, of course, we're here for you -- you can always email or call us to help you make sense of all of the options at your fingertips (pun intended).
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Pops' Rosin for Upright Bass
Pops Products, Inc
Our Low Price: $16.50Rosin is key in getting a good bowed sound, so don't cheap out on this key ingredient to success, it can last a long time - and isn't very expensive. In fact, some bassists carry two or three different cakes just in case the environment makes another...- Small Accessory:
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Wiedoeft Professional Rosin for Upright Bass
Wiedoeft
Our Low Price: $28.00This releatively "new" version of an "old" rosin is a bit on the pricey side, but it's got a growing reputation of being worth every penny. Manufactured here in the USA, it has a median texture, leaning towards softness - not soft and "goopy" like some...- Small Accessory:
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Kolstein Ultra Rosin for Upright Bass
Kolstein
Our Low Price: $21.00Kolstein's exacting research and development has brought us their Ultra Formulation Supreme rosin. Well-known for its low powdering and smooth, easy bowing. Now all Kolstein Ultra Rosin is encased in a special silicone "wrap" which keeps the rosin fresh...- Small Accessory:
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Carlsson Swedish Rosin for Upright Bass
Carlsson
Our Low Price: $17.00Rosin is key in getting a good bowed sound, so don't cheap out on this key ingredient to success, it can last a long time - and isn't very expensive. In fact, some bassists carry two or three different cakes just in case the environment makes another...- Small Accessory:
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Clamp-on Bass Bow Hook for Music or Instrument Stand by K&M
K and M (Konig and Meyer)
Our Low Price: $23.99BOWS ARE FRAGILE. I hate taking the calls from players (or their parents) whose bow took a dive off the music stand or chair. A bow is as much a musical instrument as your bass is, and they can be very easily damaged from a fall or a rap against a hard...- Small Accessory:
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Carbon Fiber ARTIST Double Bass Bow
Our Low Price: $349.00I held off getting a mid-range carbon fiber bow for a long time; I was waiting for the quality to go up (and the prices to come down.) For a while there, it seemed like most of the Carbon Fiber bows I could find for under $500 were more concerned with...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Jade Double Bass Solo Rosin
Jade
Our Low Price: $13.00Ultra soft rosin for both solo work and orchestral play, and is made in France by a manufacturer . Designed to eliminate messy and annoying "dusting," it provides firm adhesion without being overly aggressive - the feel is smooth, not sticky - and the...- Small Accessory:
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G. Werner European Pernambuco Double Bass Bow
G. Werner, Germany
Our Low Price: $799.00We introduce to you the G.Werner Pernambuco Bass Bow. These bows are handmade in Bubenreuth, Germany (by Dorfler,) from select Pernambuco wood that has been perfectly aged and seasoned for approximately 30 years. Each stick is evaluated for its acoustic...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Our Low Price: $799.00