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Permalink Reply by Yellowbelly Flatt on September 20, 2013 at 8:39pm

When I built my very basic stand up bass, I used strimmer line (from B & Q) but I really can't remember the sizes that I used.

 I have used ordinary guitar machine heads with these strings and I didn't have to enlarge the holes.

Bass is my 'first' instrument and I have been playing the instrument for 40 years. In many ways it is easier to play but it can also be very difficult to play well.

The nut and bridge are traditionally made of wood. 

I used an exceedingly small box which I chose to make the instrument 'unusual' and used a piezo disc/ The amplified sound was good.

As ever, make it strong.

Permalink Reply by Diane in Chicago on September 21, 2013 at 10:21am

You can go here for starters!  I hope to make one someday soon.  I have the tuners, now just have to score the washtub and negotiate with family members over allotted space for such a big instrument.

http://dennishavlena.com/db.htm

Permalink Reply by Reeds Taylor on September 21, 2013 at 11:02am

Here is some information I shared on another post, hope it helps

http://www.cigarboxnation.com/forum/topics/electric-upright-bass?co...