Bassbows

The development of the latest generation of our bass bows was a truly fascinating experience. It now looks like we have disentangled the Gordian knot and found the ideal sound and playing characteristics without the need to make any compromises. The new Arcus bass bows are incredibly open and free sounding and produce almost no noise, which renders the sound much more singing and improves projection dramatically. The elasticity of the sticks match the elasticity of modern bass strings precisely so bouncing bows are very natural and easy to play. The fast response provides a new level of articulation and precision. Have you also heard of the idea that bass bows should be very heavy? Basic physics tell us that a heavy bow will be slow to move and hard work to push around. Advanced physics teach us that they also dampen the vibration of the strings. In contrast to makers of wooden bows we are free to choose weight and elasticity for our bows and have found a the ideal solution in a design that consists of a relatively heavy head and heel and a very light shaft. Once you have learned how to make best use of this kind of bow you will never want to play anything else. By the way, these bows speak so easily that you can play all kinds of strings with them really well, even those that are normally used only for pizzicatto, like Spirocores for example.

The length or the German bass bows is 71cm without button and 77,2 cm including the button. The French bass bows are 69,8 cm without and 72 cm with button.

The German Bassbows

~ S8 ~

–S8–
Outfit
585 Gold
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 122 gram
Frog
Selected Snakewood
6.500 € incl. 19% VAT
5.462 € without duties and taxes
In every batch of bass sticks we hope to find one that will make an S8, but that works out only two or three times a year. They are miracle sticks that vibrate endlessly without any resistance or disturbances. When played they are a true revelation that never fails to win the attention of very listener.

~ S8 silver ~

–S8 silver–
Outfit
935 Silver
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 122 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
4.700 € incl. 19% VAT
3.950 € without duties and taxes
The silver mounted S8 offers the exact same incredible sound and play as its gold mounted sibling.

~ S7 ~

–S7–
Outfit
935 Silver
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 122 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
3.500 € incl. 19% VAT
2.941 € without duties and taxes
The performance of the S7 is really close to the S8 and far away from all conventional bows. It draws a big, colourful sound with an apparently limitless overtone range. Its response is instant, the articulation precise and bouncing bows are precise, fast and easy to execute. Many very conservative players have changed their mind once they had a chance to play one these bows.

~ S6 ~

–S6–
Outfit
935 Silver
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 122 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
2.550 € incl. 19% VAT
2.143 € without duties and taxes
The S6 can be found in many orchestras around the world. it is chosen for its effortless play, a fabulous sound and absolute reliability. The beautiful snakewood frog and immaculate workmanship make it a pleasure to look at.

~ S5 ~

–S5–
Outfit
Stainless steel
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 122 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
1.950 € incl. 19% VAT
1.639 € without duties and taxes
The S5 offers great a value for the money. It plays and sounds like traditional bows that cost twice or three times its price. Its reliability, comfort, and strength is still on a very different level and can be matched only with another Arcus bow.

~ S4 ~

–S4–
Outfit
Stainless steel
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 122 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
1.600 € incl. 19% VAT
1.345 € without duties and taxes
The S4 is a perfect entry into the Arcus world. Outclassing any other carbon bow and matching the finest wooden bows, it offers great value for money. Though its sound is not as rich and brilliant as its more expensive siblings, for most players it is still the biggest improvement in their “material” that they have ever experienced.

The French Bassbows

A clear, singing sound, rich and warm with plenty of brilliance, crisp articulation, fast response - the Arcus bass bows improve the sound of every bass by quite a margin. The lower weight in combination with the incredibly strong stick allow the fastest and strongest play ever while also providing unmatched ease and comfort.

~ S8 ~

–S8–
Outfit
585 Gold
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 112 gram
Frog
Selected Snakewood
7.500 € incl. 19% VAT
6.303 € without duties and taxes
Only a few S8 bows are made every year. In the past we thought it impossible to achieve this level of resonance in bass sticks, but we never gave up and finally succeeded. Let us know if you wish to try one these truly outstanding bows, as they are usually sold before they are finished.

~ S8 silver ~

–S8 silver–
Outfit
935 Silver
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 112 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
4.900 € incl. 19% VAT
4.118 € without duties and taxes
With its silver finish, the S8 is a wolf in sheep's clothing. Never has so much sound and liveliness been combined in one bow, without all the splendor being apparent at first glance.

~ S7 ~

–S7–
Outfit
935 Silver
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 112 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
3.650 € incl. 19% VAT
3.067 € without duties and taxes
The S7 is a dream come true and will put you under its eternal spell really soon. It draws a marvelous sound with incredible ease and allows to play all your music with more precision, elegance and power than you had ever thought possible. You, your colleagues and your audience will love it.

~ S6 ~

–S6–
Outfit
935 Silver
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 112 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
2.650 € incl. 19% VAT
2.227 € without duties and taxes
The S6 is a perfect bow for professional players, as it combines a most beautiful sound with perfect control and comfort. It's made for long rehearsals, great concerts and the occasional solo and will never let you down.

~ S5 ~

–S5–
Outfit
Stainless steel
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 112 gram
Frog
Beautiful Snakewood
2.000 € incl. 19% VAT
1.681 € without duties and taxes
The S5 is a perfect bow for the orchestra. Easy to handle and with really good resonance characteristics it allows perfect playing under all circumstances. Like all Arcus bows it allows for endless playing without hurting the bow arm. It is also absolutely reliable and durable and will please its owner for decades to come without ever losing any of its qualities.

~ S4 ~

–S4–
Outfit
Stainless steel
Stick
round
Weight
ca. 112 gram
Frog
Snakewood
1.650 € incl. 19% VAT
1.387 € without duties and taxes
The S4 is a great bow at a bargain price. Its sound betters than any conventional carbon bow and most wooden bows, no matter what their price tag says. Difficult bowings and fast passages are easy to execute precisely due to its ideal bounce and balance. Because of its clear sound and precise feedback it is also the ideal bow to improve your intonation and technique.

Earlier series

Since we made the first bass bows in 2002 we have made many different models and tried various designs. Though most players clearly prefer out latest models, some just love the bows from our earlier series.