Adjustable and Removable Neck

Our Adjustable and Removable Neck System was conceived, designed, and built by Paulo Gomes.
It is an additional option available when ordering a custom-built instrument, but the system can also be installed on any double bass.
The neck is adjustable; you can change the string height to the fingerboard simply by turning a key.
It is also removable, and the neck can be detached to fit into a case much smaller than a standard double bass case.
Dozens of double basses around the world are already using our system.

Detail of the system of our Double Bass Found in the Trash, with our Adjustable and Removable Neck system installed.

The Double Bass Built for Marcos Machado, as well as many others, was made with our Movable and Adjustable Neck system.

Example of an old instrument with our system installed.

The neck is stored in the case lid.

The instrument’s body is inside the bass bag, which will be used later for local transportation.

Marcos Machado, with his case, ready to board at the airport.
It has never been so easy and simple to travel with a bass.
Discover our Adjustable and Removable NeckSystem
You can have this amazing Adjustable and Removable Neck System installed on your double bass.
Just bring your instrument to the Atelier for an evaluation of the current condition of the neck.
Usually, it’s possible to keep the original neck, but if the neck has measurement or angle issues, replacing it is recommended, keeping the scroll (graft) so the existing work is preserved and any previous problems can be corrected.
This system is far superior to using an adjuster, as there is nothing between the vibrating string and the top of the instrument, only the bridge itself. Additionally, the neck-to-body contact is wood-to-wood, which means the sound of the bass is not compromised. On the contrary, installing the system allows for proper neck positioning, which improves performance.
Because it doesn’t alter the string length, and therefore doesn’t affect string tension, you can change the neck height between songs during live performances or in the studio without affecting tuning.
This system is highly recommended for studio musicians: a song with very fast and complex passages is easier to play with lower string action, but if the next track is a ballad, for example, and you want that classic Ray Brown-style punchy sound, just raise the strings by adjusting the neck.
The ability to remove the neck and reduce the size of the instrument is another valuable advantage.
Come see the Adjustable and Removable Neck System up close, designed by Paulo Gomes and built with high-precision CNC machines.
Schedule your visit.
Construção – Restauração
Manutenção – Aluguel
Avaliação – Compra e Venda
Especializado em Contrabaixos
desde 1980
Segunda à Sexta das 10 às 12 e das 14 às 17
Somente com hora marcada
Rua Marselhesa 387
Vila Mariana – SP
Enviamos apenas UM email por mês com os instrumentos à venda e novidades.
Inscreva-se para receber.
© Copyright – 2021 – Paulo Gomes – All rights reserved
Making – Restoration
Maintenance – Rent
Evaluation – Buying and Selling
Specialized in Double Basses since 1980
Rua Marselhesa 387 – Vila Mariana – SP
Monday to Friday from 10 am to 5 pm
By appointment only
We send only ONE email each month with instruments for sale and new products.
Subscribe below to be added to the list.
© Copyright – 2021 – Paulo Gomes – All rights reserved