Bass Rosin

Rosin 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...

This 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...

Rosin 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...

Kolstein'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...

We say it often: fresh rosin matters. Most rosins aren't too expensive, but buying a new cake every month or two because it went "stale" and got all dried out and powdery can get pretty costly (and wastes a lot of rosin unnecessarily.) Humidor or not,...

This is a very nice Swedish-made medium rosin. Many players consider Nyman and Carlsson (one of my personal favorites, also made in Sweden) to be pretty similar in feel and consistency, though Nyman's seems to be a little "harder"; some players swear to...

This is some pretty special rosin. I'd hope so, at this pricing! They call it "Bespoke" - meaning "customized" - because you get to mix and match several different hardness/grades to get exactly the feel that you need for your style of play. The rosin...

BASS and BASS EXTRA is Leatherwood's answer to the call for a single multipurpose, heavy orchestral rosin that is designed to suit all players, in all styles, in most climates. It is ideal for players who like using rosin such as that...

Ultra 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...

Hand-made in Austria, Petz Premium Double Bass Rosin consists of pure resin and has excellent adhesion. It's on the softer side, but I don't find it to be "goopy" like some other soft rosins. Made in Austria. kaftvoll und präzise! ("Powerful...

Hidersine's is an affordable all-weather rosin, made in England, and if you're just looking for a general-purpose rosin, or are dipping your toes in the water, it's among the most affordable choices and will certainly do the job for you. It comes in...

Pirastro Mittel (Medium) Bass Rosin is made in Germany and has a relatively neutral consistency which is good for most environments. The large-sized "cake" is foil-wrapped and comes in a cardboard tub with lid. Rosin is key in getting a good bowed sound,...