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Most of our products ship for free, but a few of them don't. Here's why.  Every once in a while, I get someone who asks (or complains) about how a particular item on the site has a shipping charge, and that the charge seems to them to be unreasonably high. For example, we sell a bass stand for around $58, and when you add it to the cart, the shipping (especially if you live on the west coast) could be as high as $40 or more. This might seem unreasonable to most - that's almost as much as th …

It's not what they were designed for, but here's how to do it. The electric upright basses from NS Design have become one of the more popular options for bassists, and for good reasons. Ned Steinberger's clean, modern design aesthetic is attractive and ergonomic.Are they a perfect "portable" substitute for your full-bodied acoustic upright? No, not really. And I suspect that they weren't really intended to be. The way I read it, Ned wasn't trying to "recreate the upright" in a smaller footp …

Going Back in Time - here's a Guest Blog Post from Bob, a "reprint" from a few years ago! Every once in a while, I like to share little random tips I've come up with over the years. Some help you keep track of your stuff, others can save your bacon on a gig. For your enjoyment, and hopefully edification, here is the latest collection (some of these are from Mark as well.) I love the little Avery 05422 (1/2" x 1 3/4") removable self-adhesive labels (or Staples generic equivalent). I jot dates fo …

I'm letting you in on some of my money-saving secrets today. There are some great ways you can save some money when buying from Gollihur Music, and I'm going to let you know some of the easiest ones. Here are the top three!Take advantage of our Free ShippingCustomers in the USA get free shipping on most orders over $50. Even AK/HI/PR get the free shipping on strings and most small items (some larger products carry reduced shipping charges). If you have some small items you're looking to get that …

First-time prospective bass owner? It's time for "the talk."I talk to a lot of players who are searching for a first "real" bass for themselves. Usually, the conversation starts with, "I've been playing electric bass for years, and think it's time to make the jump to the upright bass, because I've always wanted one." Or, maybe it's a dialogue with a parent, on behalf of their child -- looking for a replacement for a rental or a school instrument -- and it's high time to get their kid a bass that …