GEWA Rubner 66 3/4 Double Bass
Professional Concert Instrument with Distinctive Poplar Construction
The GEWA Rubner 66 3/4 Double Bass represents a masterful interpretation of traditional European bass making. This fully solid concert instrument features the distinctive combination of spruce and poplar tonewoods—a construction choice with historical significance that delivers a unique tonal character prized by many professional bassists. With its elegant violin shape and premium components, this exceptional instrument offers discerning musicians a professional-level voice with distinctive warmth and clarity.
All-Solid Premium Tonewoods
Experience the distinctive tonal qualities of traditional European bass construction:
Solid selected German spruce top, carefully chosen for optimal resonance and projection
Solid arched poplar back providing a distinctive tonal palette with excellent definition
Poplar ribs continuing the traditional European construction approach
Violin shape with elegant proportions for balanced sound across all registers
Inserted purfling for structural integrity and classical appearance
Golden-brown spirit hand varnish enhancing both aesthetics and acoustic properties
Professional-Grade Components
Enjoy exceptional quality in every detail:
Premium Rubner single machine heads in brass with elegant engraving
High-quality ebony fingerboard for smooth playability and durability
Professional-grade Thomastik Belcanto strings for sophisticated tone
D-scale of 104.5 cm (41.1 inches) providing optimal string tension
Complete professional setup ensuring immediate playability
The Distinctive Voice of Poplar
The use of poplar for the back and ribs connects this instrument to centuries of European bass making tradition:
Lighter weight compared to maple-backed instruments
Distinctive warm, clear tone with excellent articulation
Rich fundamental with controlled overtones
Exceptional projection that carries well in ensemble settings
Quicker response and enhanced playability
Exceptional Concert Instrument
The Rubner 66 is designed specifically for the demands of professional performance:
Balanced voice across all registers
Excellent projection that carries in large performance spaces
Rich, complex tone suitable for solo and orchestral playing
Responsive character that adapts to various bowing techniques
Traditional construction that improves with age and playing
Built in the Storied Rubner Tradition
The Rubner name represents generations of excellence in German bass making, with instruments prized by professionals worldwide. Each Rubner 66 continues this legacy of exceptional craftsmanship and tonal excellence.
Experience the distinctive character of traditional poplar construction with the GEWA Rubner 66—a professional concert instrument with European heritage and modern excellence.