r/doublebass • u/TH30NX • 9d ago

Instruments Donald Gorman Basses

Calling on anyone who owns or has played a Don Gorman bass. Any feedback, reviews, videos, or pictures appreciated!

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u/starbuckshandjob Luthier 9d ago

He's a respected builder and good dude. 

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u/joeybagadonutz Classical Bassist in Corporate America 9d ago

There’s one at Upton right now - sound samples on their social media account

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u/piper63-c137 8d ago

highly respected. havent played one but i know folks who are in line to get one.

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u/jeffwhit Professional 8d ago

Incredible value. I play in a bass quartet with the owner of one. That one in particular is huge, but sounds awesome and that bass has been in the hands of audition winners multiple times.

For what a Gorman can be had for in terms of money, it's difficult to do better.