Kay S-51, 1940
A 1940 Kay S-51 model double bass that features laminate construction with spruce top veneer, highly flamed back and side veneer, inlaid purling, ebony fingerboard, ebony tailpiece, and Kluson tuning machines. This 5-string was Kay's foray into 5-string basses, which eventually became the Chubby Jackson model. A beautiful, rare bass in terrific condition!
STRING LENGTH: 42"
LENGTH OF BACK: 44"
UPPER BOUTS: 20.25"
C-BOUTS: 14.75"
LOWER BOUTS: 26.5"
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