Composite Double Bass Bows
We offer non-wood bows for every player. From basic student fiberglass, to career professional carbon composite models, you will find a perfect bow to match your needs. We are especially pleased with the success of Arcus bows for professionals. Yes, these are costly bows, but our sales indicate customers feel they are worth it.
**PLEASE NOTE**: Not every item on this page is in stock at all times. Some models we offer by special order only. Others are on back order with the vendor. Please email us to check availability of any product shown here.
Eastman
Fiberglass and Cadenza model bows
Eastman Fiberglass "K. Holtz"
A beginning player should not have to make a large investment in his or her first bow. At the same time, it is unrealistic to expect an inexperienced player to excel if he or she is forced to play with poorly balanced, weak, or warped bow. K.Holtz FG bows require no compromise — they are designed with beginning players’ specific needs and budgets in mind. These strong, well-balanced, attractive bows produce a smooth, clear sound without a lot of physical effort from the player. And with K.Holtz FG bows, players can invest their efforts in improving their playing without having to invest a lot of money in their bows.
CodaBow
Ultra-popular synthetic bows made in the US.
CodaBow Revelation
The Revelation was one of the first carbon fiber bass bows. A beautiful workhorse, this bass bow offers lively balance and controlled agility for advancing a double bass player’s arco technique. Balanced action and stiffness produce full and resonant sound with dark tones. Designed as an orchestral (vs solo) bow, the Revelation supports the full range of both instrument and musician.
CodaBow Infinity
Limitless. Endless. Impossible to quantify. True to its name, the CodaBow Infinity carbon fiber bass bow offers boundless possibilities for multi-genre musicians to explore. The bow allows advanced players to effortlessly toss off challenging techniques and strokes thanks to its ideal lightness, length, and balance. Meanwhile, the breadth of hair produces a maximum sound. With the bow doing all the work, the CodaBow Infinity is a clear favorite of soloists.
CodaBow Marquise GS
Inspired by centuries of tradition and decades of fine bow making experience, the CodaBow MARQUISE GS is the Gold Standard of master bows. Designed by the leaders of advanced bowmaking, the GS delivers exquisite handling and expressive sound once reserved only for the finest master bows. Uni-directional carbon fiber extends continuously from button to tip for heightened response and sensitivity. Expertly blended advanced and organic fibers offer a tonal vibrancy and resonance unprecedented by any other carbon fiber bow. Supple in the hand and vibrant to the ear, the CodaBow MARQUISE GS appeals to professional bassists more than any other.
Arcus and Musing
The clear leader in professional level non-wood bows.
Musing C Series
The Müsing bass bows are designed to be your best friend, never failing you, whatever the circumstances. Not only do they offer an exceptionally clear and open sound, but also an outstanding response and projection like few other bows. They bounce easily, but are also very easy to control. What's more, they are practically indestructible and their unique stainless steel outfit will still shine like new in a hundred years' time. The length or the German bass bows is 71 cm without button and approx. 77,2 cm including the button. Their weight is around 124 grams. The French bass bows are 69,8 cm without and 72 cm with button. They weigh around 118 grams.
Arcus
Arcus bass bows are incredibly open and free sounding and produce almost no noise, making the sound much more singing, and therefore dramatically improve their projection. The elasticity of the sticks matches exactly the elasticity of modern bass strings, so that bouncing bows are very natural and easy to play. The fast response provides a new level of articulation and precision. And, have you too heard of the idea that bass bows should be very heavy? Basic physics tell us that a heavy bow moves slowly and is difficult to push. Advanced physics tells us that they even dampen the vibration of the strings. Unlike the manufacturers of wooden bows, we are free to choose the weight and elasticity for our bows and have found the ideal solution in a design consisting of a relatively heavy head and heel and a very light shaft. Once you have learned how to use such a bow optimally, you will never want to play anything else again.
Glasser
These have been the workhorse of student/educational bows for decades. In recent years, Glasser has developed new models for intermediate students, and proficient players.
Braided Carbon Fiber
For serious players with highest performance needs. That's not just paint on the stick. You see the actual braided material used to make these bows, which is a patent-pending design. Also features aesthetics such as an elegant head, Ebony frog with oversized pearl eye with ring, and nickel/silver head plate.