Kay S-9, 1948

-- SOLD! --

A remarkably clean Kay S-9, made in Chicago, IL in 1948. At the pinnacle of Kay's double bass lineup, this blonde model featured a  laminate spruce top with laminate flamed maple back and ribs, in addition to real purfling inlaid around the perimeter of the body and f-holes, ebony fittings, and chrome-plated Kluson tuning machines. This particular example is in excellent condition with no neck damage, and a fresh BVS adjustable bridge and fingerboard dressing. Available for trial!

STRING LENGTH: 41.75"

LENGTH OF BACK: 44"

UPPER BOUTS: 20"

C-BOUTS: 14.5"

LOWER BOUTS: 26.5"

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!