instrument
double bass
Lockey Hill
built in London in ± 1790
A double bass, built by Lockey Hill in London, ca. 1790. The scroll is not original. Fitted with a C extension by Melle Wondergem.
History of this instrument
This bass was added to the collection as a purchase in December 2020 and is being played for the first time by Jorge Hernández. Although you can tell that this instrument has been through quite a bit, both experts and musicians agree that it has a wonderful sound.
About the builder Lockey Hill
Among connoisseurs, the name Hill has always been synonymous with exclusivity and reliability in the field of violin making. The family still enjoys an unassailable reputation in their field. Lockey Hill, son of the founder of this...
