{"product_id":"1964-kay-bass-viol-m-3-upright-bass-1-4-size-used","title":"1964 Kay Bass Viol M-3 Upright Bass, 1-4 Size (used)","description":"\u003cp\u003e1964 Kay Bass Viol M-3 Upright Bass, 1-4 Size in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003es\/n \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50078 (made in 1964)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Kay Bass Viol M-3 (also known as the \"Maestro Junior\") is a vintage fractional-size 1\/4-size upright double bass produced by the Kay Musical Instrument Company. The M-3 model is the scaled-down, fractional sibling of the famous 3\/4-scale Kay M-1 \"Maestro\" flagship model. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFeaturing the iconic \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\"Viol\" shape\u003c\/span\u003e (distinguished by upper corners that form sharp points where the ribs meet), the M-3 is highly regarded by touring professionals and students alike for its unique profile. This 1960s instrument was built to be\u003c\/span\u003e durable using crack-resistant laminated plywood, a hallmark of classic American Kay basses that allows them to withstand heavy touring and temperature changes. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDespite its small-scale size, this upright bass still delivers a punchy, mid-range focused tone. When paired with a pickup and an amplifier, it makes an excellent, highly portable gigging upright for bluegrass, rockabilly, and jazz bassists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 5'3\" (bottom of the body to the top of the scroll)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 35\" (nearly identical to a standard electric bass guitar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAesthetics: Finished in a dark walnut stain, paired with black-plated tuning hardware, a rosewood or stained fingerboard, and a tailpiece proudly sporting the retro molded Kay logo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSound and UsabilityWhile the smaller body means the M-3 doesn't output the same acoustic depth or \"whallop\" as a full-sized 3\/4 Kay bass, it still delivers a punchy, mid-range focused tone. When paired with a pickup and an amplifier, it makes an excellent, highly portable gigging upright for bluegrass, rockabilly, and jazz bassists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlemishes \/ Repairs: There are a few notable scratches and blemishes as expected for an instrument from this era (see photos: scratches on the  fretboard and back body, as well as excess glue from a neck repair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two (2) bass bows and gig bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item is only available for pickup at our store in Takoma Park, MD - it cannot be shipped.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House of Musical Traditions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41701659574330,"sku":"C260409RYA","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/8813\/files\/IMG_0052_1554ce3b-4e98-4ae0-a402-fe4dc7fe8d61.jpg?v=1790281392","url":"https:\/\/hmtrad.com\/products\/1964-kay-bass-viol-m-3-upright-bass-1-4-size-used","provider":"House of Musical Traditions","version":"1.0","type":"link"}