Francois Pillement, ca. 1800

-- SOLD! --

A fully carved 5/8 double bass, attr. to Francois Pillement, ca. 1800. This bass was originally a 3/4, but the outline and f-holes were altered at some point in its life to 5/8 proportions. BVS completed a top-off restoration in 2020, which included new back bracing, rib repairs, top repairs, scroll repairs, new fingerboard, new bridge, and a total setup.

If you're in the market for a beautiful smaller bass that's a blast to play, this would be equally at home in the orchestra, a jazz combo, a chamber ensemble, or would make an outstanding solo instrument! Consignment.

STRING LENGTH: 39"

LENGTH OF BACK: 41.25"

UPPER BOUTS: 18.75"

C-BOUTS: 13.5"

LOWER BOUTS: 24.25"

A one-week trial period is available for all instruments and bows. Whenever possible, we recommend coming to the shop in person to compare instruments and spend some time getting to know your favorites!

Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTI), located right here in Greensboro, is a hub for most major airlines, including American, Delta, United, Allegiant, and Frontier. Car rentals are available onsite, and BVS is a 15 minute drive from the terminal!

Can't travel to North Carolina? BVS regularly ships basses coast to coast in the continental US!  Give us a call for a price quote and shipping options.

FINANCING AVAILABLE!
NoteWorthy Federal Credit Union is an arts-based lending organization in Cleveland, OH that specializes in musical instrument loans and products specially designed to meet the unique professional and personal needs of artists and musicians.

Contact us today for more information or to initiate the loan process!