John Juzek Model 401 Carved Upright Bass
John Juzek Model 401 Carved Upright Bass featuring fully carved tonewoods, highly figured maple, and traditional workshop craftsmanship.
The John Juzek Model 401 Carved Upright Bass combines traditional craftsmanship, select tonewoods, and a rich history associated with one of the most respected names in the bass world. Designed for serious students, advancing players, and working musicians, the Model 401 delivers the tonal depth, projection, and playability needed for a wide variety of musical settings.
Built with a fully carved solid spruce top and carved maple back and sides, the Model 401 produces a warm, resonant voice with excellent projection and clarity. Unlike laminated basses, its fully carved construction allows for greater tonal complexity and responsiveness, making it equally at home in orchestral, jazz, and contemporary performance environments.
The 401 model upgrades the visual presentation of the standard 400 series with more dramatic grain in the spruce top and beautifully flamed maple throughout the back and sides. These carefully selected tonewoods create an elegant appearance while maintaining the strong tonal performance that has made the Juzek name so highly regarded among bassists.
Professionally set up for immediate playability, the instrument is equipped with a quality adjustable Despiau bridge and D'Addario Helicore strings, providing a comfortable playing experience and dependable performance right out of the case.
Why We Recommend It
The Model 401 stands out for its fully carved construction, impressive tonal depth, and upgraded figured tonewoods. Its warm, resonant voice and responsive feel make it a rewarding instrument for collegiate study, ensemble performance, jazz, orchestral playing, and professional gigging. For players seeking a carved bass with excellent craftsmanship and long-term musical potential, the Juzek 401 is an outstanding choice.
Features
- John Juzek Model 401 Upright Bass
- Fully carved construction
- Solid carved spruce top
- Carved maple back and sides
- Enhanced figured spruce and flamed maple
- Traditional hand-inlaid purfling
- Gamba-style corners
- Warm, resonant tonal character
- Excellent projection and responsiveness
- Professionally fitted adjustable Despiau bridge
- D'Addario Helicore strings
- Professionally set up and ready to play
- Suitable for advancing students and professional musicians
| Model: | JJ401 |
| Manufacturer: | Juzek |
