The “Imperator” Double Bass by Günter Krahmer-Pöllmann anno 2003

This is one of Michael and Ralph's (Gunter's two sons) Imperator models which won a silver medal at the Bass2012 Copenhagen Bass Maker Competition. At the same competition it also received a “best sound award” certificate and the “convention favourite instrument” award. Indeed, it is not difficult to see why this instrument has won so many awards. The wood that has been used throughout is visually spectacular and the level of making is quite incredible. 

Stats:

LOB (length of back) - 119.8cm (47.15in)
Width across upper bouts - 54.9cm (21.65in)
Width across middle bouts - 39.5cm (15.60in)
Width across lower bouts - 74.8cm (29.48in)
Depth of lower ribs inc both plates - 23.6cm (9.35in)
Body Stop - 60.5cm (23.77in)
String length - 105.7cm (41.65in)

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