Double Bass
Andreas 101 Upright Bass
Price: 2.277 EUR – 2.277 EUR
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The Andreas 101 is a 3/4-size entry-level double bass from Eastman's Andreas Eastman string line, built in the hybrid style the brand is known for at this price point - a carved solid top paired with laminated back and ribs for a balance of genuine tone and affordable durability.
About the Andreas 101 Upright Bass
The Andreas 101 sits at the entry point of Eastman's string instrument catalog under the Andreas Eastman name, built to a 3/4 size. Eastman's basses at this tier are known for a hybrid construction: a carved solid top paired with laminated back, ribs and neck - a deliberate compromise that keeps cost down while still giving a genuinely carved top's tonal benefits over a fully laminated budget bass. Specific model-number history on this exact catalog entry is thin, since Eastman periodically discontinues and renumbers entries in this tier (the brand's catalog has moved through VB90, VB100 and now VB105/VB305/VB605 designations over the years), but the construction approach and fittings common across that line - ebony fingerboard and tailpiece, a Despiau bridge, brass tuning machines - represent what a bass at this level typically offers.
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Sound character of the Andreas 101 Upright Bass
Comparable entry-tier Eastman hybrid basses are described as delivering a strong, growling upper-midrange with clear, articulate response in the upper register - a result of the carved solid top that sets this tier noticeably apart from a fully laminated budget instrument.
What owners of the Andreas 101 Upright Bass say
Feedback on Eastman's comparable entry-tier hybrid bass leans consistently positive, with players specifically calling out value for money against fully carved instruments at considerably higher prices. The recurring theme is that the carved solid top genuinely delivers on tone compared to a fully laminated budget bass, even if the laminated back and ribs mean it isn't quite in the same league as Eastman's own step-up and professional models. No feedback specific to the "101" catalog designation itself turned up in the sources checked, so this reflects the closely related tier rather than confirmed reviews of this exact listing.
Playability & handling of the Andreas 101 Upright Bass
Player accounts of Eastman's closely related entry-tier hybrid bass describe a surprisingly strong upper-midrange growl and clearer, more articulate response in the upper register compared to the brand's most basic fully-laminated option - results some owners say outperform fully carved basses costing significantly more. That reputation for punching above its price class is the main reason this tier of Eastman bass keeps coming up as a recommendation for players who want real carved-top character without a professional-instrument budget.
Recommended accessories & strings for the Andreas 101 Upright Bass
A bow (French or German grip depending on playing style) and a sturdy bass stand are the practical additions most players need beyond the instrument itself. Some owners eventually experiment with a different string set to fine-tune the tone to personal taste, though the stock setup is generally considered a solid starting point for this tier.
Technical data for the Andreas 101 Upright Bass
| Size | 3/4 |
|---|---|
| Construction | Hybrid: carved solid top, laminated back/ribs (typical for this Eastman tier) |
| Fingerboard/tailpiece | Ebony (typical for the line) |
| Bridge | Despiau (typical for the line) |
| Tuning machines | Brass (typical for the line) |
| Note | Exact catalog match for the '101' designation not confirmed; specs reflect Eastman's closely related entry-tier hybrid bass line |
Price history for the Andreas 101 Upright Bass
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The history of the Andreas 101 Upright Bass
Andreas's 101 upright bass offers straightforward, reliable acoustic bass construction for students and working bassists.
About Andreas as a manufacturer
Eastman Strings was founded in 1992 by Qian Ni, a Boston University School of Music graduate who began the business importing student-grade string instruments before establishing a dedicated workshop in Beijing by 1994, built on a commitment to traditional violin-making techniques rather than mass-production shortcuts. The Andreas Eastman name covers the brand's violin, viola, cello and double bass lines across every level from entry instruments up to professional-grade models like the VB605 with flamed European maple and a hand-applied German-style varnish. Eastman's basses specifically are built using 19th-century workshop practices that the company's master luthiers have continued to refine, which is why even an entry-tier hybrid bass in this range carries genuine hand-craftsmanship rather than being a purely machine-made product.
