The double bass, the largest string instrument, crafted from sturdy maple and spruce, provides the deepest tones in any ensemble. Its tall body and thick strings require a bow or plucking to play. Often found in taverns, it supports melodies with its resonant, rhythmic foundation, essential for bards and minstrels.
You observe the double bass, towering over other instruments. Its broad, curved body, darkly varnished, contrasts with the bright, thick strings stretched taut. The sturdy neck rises high, ending in elegant tuning pegs, ready for deep, resonant notes.