STB-017 - Scott Cao Bass Description Unforgettable and beautiful! The #STB-017 bass offers superb workmanship and great attention to detail. Each instrument is patterned in a Gamba style and comes with a certificate of authenticity from the Scott Cao workshop. Hand-carved by experienced luthiers from beautifully figured and aged tone-woods. Spruce top of fine grain. Two-piece arched maple back of prominent, narrow flame slightly descending toward the bouts. Ribs less prominent of wider flame. Scroll is well carved from plain maple with bronze machine heads. Finished in a rich red-brown spirit varnish which gradually darkens toward the lower bouts. Ebony fingerboard and rosewood tailpiece bronze "Rubner" style machine heads DaAddario Helicore Hybrid strings Made in China. Product Review Representing superior craftsmanship and exquisite detail, the STV017 Bass is an excellent choice. The meticulous graduation of the top and back combined with select tone-woods produces a powerful and refined tone. Outfit includes: #STB017 Scott Cao Bass Duragard Delux heavy padded Bag