Thanks, Joel.
I had a feeling that context was a factor in its name.
Chris
On 24 Sep 2013, at 14:52, DZDub <jdubikins@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>> Excellent pose and decent lighting, Paul.
>>
>> I have a feeling that we call that a double bass, Over Here . . .
>>
>
> Well-observed, as usual, Chris. We call it double bass, or bass viol, in a
> different context -- namely, as a member of the orchestra. But in contexts
> where electric bass guitars are a staple, the double bass is an "upright"
> bass alternative. Predominant in jazz, but common enough in acoustic sets
> for bluegrass and country music. There are electric versions of the
> upright bass too -- very easy to transport and of course you can make it as
> loud as you want, which is probably the whole point.
>
> I think if you just say "bass" in some contexts, people will assume the
> bass guitar is meant, but in others the double bass is meant.
>
> Joel (trying to stay in tune with the basses) W.
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