T & G Martin: Double Bass Luthiers, Repairs and Restoration

Family Heritage
A family run business in rural Oxfordshire.
Excellent Craftsmanship
We make a wide selection of models to suit any player for both jazz and classic playing.
Expertly equipped workshop
Attention to detail is paramount to everything we do.
Double Bass Repairs
World class repairs carried out in our workshop.
The Bass Room
Our showroom is a relaxing environment in which to try the instruments we have to offer.
Double Bass Wood
Impressive collection of the finest quality materials.
Fine Luthiers
The finest work carried out by our team of experienced luthiers.
Exceptional Restorations
Working with customers is key to a successful restoration.

We offer a full range of services for Double Bass repairs and restoration. Check out our workshop.

We offer a full range of services for Double Bass repairs and restorations.

As one of the leading authorities in the Bass world, we offer well respected certificates and valuations.

- John Patitucci: "Tom is uniquely gifted, being a virtuoso Bassist and a skilled Luthier. I don't think we often see those two talents in the same person!"
- Chris Jennings: "Tom made a dream come true for me and made me a custom made left handed double bass using beautiful quilted Canadian maple." More Testimonials.
- Oman Royal Opera House
  
  We are thrilled to have been asked to supply the Royal Opera House in Oman Read more
- Gerardo Scaglione Solo Bass
  
  See tango bassist Gerardo Scaglione with his Thomas and George Martin Solo bass in this magazine article. Read more
- Repairs
- New Basses
- Old Basses
- Restoration
- Service
- Cellos
- Bows
- Low-C
- Valuations
- Certificates
- Videos
- Testimonials

Huge selection of new Double Bases

We have been making basses now for more than 30 years and have made over 160 instruments, during this time we have built up a number of different models of double bass.

These models have evolved and improved over the years and we plan to add new ones in the future.

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Huge selection of old Double Bases

For years now we have had a “revolving collection” of the finest double bass in the world. Finding them a good home is an important consideration and getting the price just right to suit both the seller and purchaser.

We have a large range of Old Double Basses that you can try out in our Bass Room.

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The Martin Cello range

Over the years we have had the opportunity to make a number of fine cellos; this is an area of our instrument making that we are hoping to start focusing on more in the future.

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Double Bass Accessories

We are fortunate to be able to offer a wide range of double bass essentials, please contact mary@thomasmartin.co.uk for more information on any accessories.

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