Overview
The Aubert #22L Deluxe French bass bridge is a top-tier, hand-crafted masterpiece made in Mirecourt, France. Carved from select, treated European maple and featuring precision-engineered self-adjusting feet, this bridge is ideal for full-size (4/4) double basses with 154 mm outer-foot spacing. Its medium-heart arch provides a rich tonal palette—enhancing clarity, projection, and warmth. Supplied unfitted, this blank allows a skilled luthier to tailor the feet, crown, and arch to your instrument’s unique geometry, ensuring optimal resonance and performance.
Features:
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Deluxe French “22L” profile with medium-heart arch – Offers tonal richness and balanced projection, ideal for demanding professional performance.
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Select treated European maple from Mirecourt – Aged and dense-grained for enhanced durability and tonal consistency.
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Self-adjusting feet – Simplify initial fitting while allowing precise contact with the bass top.
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Blank, unfitted form – Enables full customization of arch and feet by a professional luthier to achieve perfect fit and sound.
Specifications:
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Model: #22L Deluxe French (BR1422L‑154)
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Instrument Size: 4/4 (full-size) double bass
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Outer Foot Spacing: 154 mm
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Inner Foot Spacing: Approx. 60 mm
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Profile Height: Medium-heart (~180–185 mm crown)
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Material: Treated, select European maple—aged and dense-grained
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Origin: Mirecourt, France — renowned artisan bridge-making region
Installation Notes:
Supplied as an unfitted blank: professional carving of feet, arch, and crown is essential. While self-adjusting feet assist initial alignment, expert final fitting ensures ideal vibration transmission, string spacing, and tonal performance.