Great sounding baby bass. I have an original Ampeg built by Jess Oliver. The KK has a great tone and character that is very true to the original Ampeg. Thanks for the vid.
Thanks, Ed! Super cool. A while back, I ordered a G&L CLF research L-1000; asked for set up with light tension flats, they were out of stock, so, went to your site, found a mention of LaBella 760… flats; enjoying having this P-flat zone member in the family! Thanks again! (Been recording lots of 1910 German double bass, I don’t gig with, now need baby bass, ouch! Lol)…
Fantastic that baby-bass kk bass IV sounds very good of course that whoever plays the baby brings them a very good bass player, cordial greetings ... I Have another of BABY BASS VI STRING SENDEL
Hi Ed, thanks for that video, I've been emailing with Kris about one of those instruments and I'm very interested. RE the bridge modification, is that an option though KK, or would one send the bridge to Bruce Johnson, or is it DIY?
Hi Ed, I’m an electric bass player looking to move towards upright bass. Would I be at a disadvantage starting on a baby bass rather than the traditional bass?
I think it's easier to play a traditional upright, the smaller body of the Baby makes it a little harder to get positioned on, if you're just learning, I'd start with the standard bass. But then again... that's my "legit" take. If you just want to pick it up and see what you can do... whatever.
Much easier to amplify, move, take care of. The ‘real’ double bass might be important for classical, hard core jazz. Studio; generally the baby bass much more practical. I think
Hey Ed, how’s that thing sound when you play arco? Does it sound nice or at least useable? Since the company is based in the UK, are there extra fees, customs dealings, etc. or anything else US buyers should know about when ordering?
Well, I don't even bring a bow with me on the road any more.... I leave that skill to the professionals. I've heard that it's possible to bow them, the arch of the bridge is fine, but I couldn't imagine liking the tone...As far as fees, ordering... talk to Kris at KK. info@baby-bass.com
Is there any problem with the holding of the instrument during playing? As far as I can see on this video bass has only 3 points to be in balance (two arms and the standing needle) versus 4-5 with an original acoustic double bass. According to the double bass technique, instrument should not be in balance using your arms, for this reasons there is the left knee and the chest to make instrument be standing even without arms. Why I’m asking it, because there are some models of electric double basses with additional pawls to recreate this essential places like in the full size instrument
Yeah, it's different than an upright. You can cradle it but then it's very close to the body. It doesn't balance like an upright, but I've found my way.
Great sounding baby bass. I have an original Ampeg built by Jess Oliver. The KK has a great tone and character that is very true to the original Ampeg. Thanks for the vid.
Its a long time ago that i enjoyed a bassplay so much like now. Thanks for that. I love Your play. Subbed and cheers! 🙂👍
Awesome huge big warm tone, that covers the entire tonal spectrum., thanks for sharing
Thanks, Ed! Super cool. A while back, I ordered a G&L CLF research L-1000; asked for set up with light tension flats, they were out of stock, so, went to your site, found a mention of LaBella 760… flats; enjoying having this P-flat zone member in the family! Thanks again! (Been recording lots of 1910 German double bass, I don’t gig with, now need baby bass, ouch! Lol)…
Great sound!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It sounds beautiful! A good way to play something like the double bass without the problems of its dimension.
Those are killer! Thanks for the great review!
Bruce Johnson is a great guy, talked to him a few times on Talkbass!
Your content is the best!
Thanks!
Fantastic that baby-bass kk bass IV sounds very good of course that whoever plays the baby brings them a very good bass player, cordial greetings ... I Have another of BABY BASS VI STRING SENDEL
Hello. I recently added a 1965 Ampeg baby bass to my bass collection. I love it. I’d like to fatten up the sound a bit. Any suggestions?
Hi Ed , are KK baby basses still available? Or, other good neo- 1:25 upright options?
Have you tried playing it with a bow? it would be interesting to hear it.
Hi Ed, thanks for that video, I've been emailing with Kris about one of those instruments and I'm very interested. RE the bridge modification, is that an option though KK, or would one send the bridge to Bruce Johnson, or is it DIY?
Hey Rick! The bridge mod is now the standard on all KK Baby Basses.
@@BassWhispererTV Thanks! My first string bass evah was one of the original Ampegs; the KK instruments look and sound great.
Hi Ed,
I’m an electric bass player looking to move towards upright bass. Would I be at a disadvantage starting on a baby bass rather than the traditional bass?
I think it's easier to play a traditional upright, the smaller body of the Baby makes it a little harder to get positioned on, if you're just learning, I'd start with the standard bass. But then again... that's my "legit" take. If you just want to pick it up and see what you can do... whatever.
Much easier to amplify, move, take care of. The ‘real’ double bass might be important for classical, hard core jazz. Studio; generally the baby bass much more practical. I think
Hey Ed, how’s that thing sound when you play arco? Does it sound nice or at least useable?
Since the company is based in the UK, are there extra fees, customs dealings, etc. or anything else US buyers should know about when ordering?
Well, I don't even bring a bow with me on the road any more.... I leave that skill to the professionals. I've heard that it's possible to bow them, the arch of the bridge is fine, but I couldn't imagine liking the tone...As far as fees, ordering... talk to Kris at KK. info@baby-bass.com
Great tone, Ed! Have you tried Bruce Johnson’s AUB-2? Amazing instrument
No, I haven't seen one in person.
Hi Ed, what strings are you using on your KK?
What model is the bass he’s showing? Where can I get a KK bass similar to the on he’s showing? The sunburst bass that looks like a Zorko baby bass
Hey Ed, do you find that you have to use a really light touch on these? Just curious.
No, I dig in when I play.
Is the baby bass less costly then the double bass?
How do you reckon this compares to the NS Design electric uprights? Thanks Ed.
Totally different pickup design - which is the key to the Baby Bass tone, different body type/materials... They sound nothing alike!
now i know what i want when i move to fretless work- because i also want to play upright, but the size...
..is good choice..Ned Steinberger Designs have some nice models...really nothing wrong with using a Fender Jazz even-sans fretwire, of course being..
Well, KK Baby Bass makes a half-scale model, the KB2. Much easier to play for an electric bassist.
Y donde se puede comprar
Hi Sr. We're I can buy a babybass I want to buy one tell me a place we're I can buy one please thanks
Where can i buy a K k bass?
Hey Ed! How much does one cost?
I don't know. Check the website, I believe he is getting his price list posted. baby-bass.com
Is there any problem with the holding of the instrument during playing? As far as I can see on this video bass has only 3 points to be in balance (two arms and the standing needle) versus 4-5 with an original acoustic double bass. According to the double bass technique, instrument should not be in balance using your arms, for this reasons there is the left knee and the chest to make instrument be standing even without arms. Why I’m asking it, because there are some models of electric double basses with additional pawls to recreate this essential places like in the full size instrument
Yeah, it's different than an upright. You can cradle it but then it's very close to the body. It doesn't balance like an upright, but I've found my way.