Arcus S4 for double bass

Description

Avant tout, les archets Arcus S4 pour contre sont indéniablement à part dans le monde de l’archèterie moderne. Combinant non seulement le savoir-faire ancestral des maîtres archetiers mais aussi la technologie de pointe, tout ce qui constitue ces baguettes vous entraîne directement dans une nouvelle ère de jouabilité et de sonorité. Découvrez les sans tarder et surtout essayez les car ils en valent vraiment la peine !

What are Arcus bows?

The bows made by Bernd Muesing and his associates are totally different from anything you'll find these days. Although the sticks are made from carbon fiber, they are nothing like those we are used to encountering. Lighter, with a different mass distribution, but also with a completely new feel, thanks to a unique manufacturing process.

Quels avantages possède un archet Arcus pour contrebasse ?

• Pure carbon, therefore resistant (almost) like a diamond:
  • Unbreakable, I saw Bernd Muesing put his full weight behind it without the bow flinching.
  • Does not suffer from the acidity of perspiration.
  • Will not be damaged by playing col legno.
  • Easy to clean with a cloth or alcohol, without damaging the surface.
  • Does not lose its curve over time due to tension.
  • A 30-year warranty: the maximum authorized by the European Union.
• A sound easily comparable to the best wooden bows, but with capabilities that go even further. Just flick the bow and it starts to sound like a tuning fork.
• Very light, its weight distribution and balance are perfect. As a result, it's exceptionally easy to handle and control. What's more, you'll notice that the sound is uniform from frog to headstock.
• Find the bow that's right for you, without having to try out hundreds of bows at random.
  • Thanks to the different series, numbers and shapes of mallets, you know in advance what will best suit you and your violin. Even if you're allowed to be surprised by trying everything!
• This bow will never lose its value, thanks to its durability and exceptional reliability.

A better understanding of Arcus rods

Chaque archet Arcus pour contrebass va non seulement porter une lettre qui correspondra à sa structure interne (qui va lui donner sa personnalité) ainsi qu’un chiffre qui va représenter sa qualité vibratoire (de 4 à 9, s’accroissant avec la qualité). À première vue, c’est un peu compliqué, mais c’est en fait très simple. C’est pourquoi je vais vous fournir toutes les clefs pour bien comprendre les archets Arcus.

Pourquoi choisir Arcus pour son contrebasse ?

In fact, cellists playing with an Arcus bow will feel as though they have the power of a double bass bow with the maneuverability of a viola bow. The result is a very free style of playing that lets you exploit the full potential of your instrument. What's more, they're extremely comfortable to handle, relieving tension in the hand, arm and shoulder.

Overall, the sound is fuller and brighter than that of wooden bows, bringing new clarity and nuance precision.

Les séries Arcus pour contrebasse

Il n’existe qu’une seule série d’archet pour les contrebasse chez Arcus, et c’est la série S dont vous pourrez découvrir les caractéristiques ci-dessous.

Arcus S

These are in fact the fastest(in response) and most powerful bows available. Their sound is very rich and brilliant, with extremely high projection. In fact, most soloists will find this series the perfect companions for their concerts. Their lightness and liveliness enable them to perfectly convey all the subtleties and delicacy of virtuoso playing.

Cellos with their rather dark, deep character will be perfectly revealed. Likewise, the classical and baroque repertoire will come alive on its own.

Les baguettes Arcus pour contrebasse (les chiffres)

The numbers engraved on all Arcus drumsticks indicate, above all, their level of quality. Although each one is rigorously manufactured, it turns out that they have very different qualities in terms of sound. In fact, this is the result of a production process that remains hand-crafted, even though it combines high-tech elements.

That's why Bernd Müsing and his bow makers take the time to judge each stick and classify them according to precise criteria. They sometimes spend dozens of minutes discussing the acoustic qualities of a piece of carbon.

Whatever the case, the result is that only the most exceptional baguettes manage to achieve the highest figures.

The round baguette

Models with a round cross-section are rather stable and follow every movement of your arm. If you have a rather nervous hand, this shape will probably be better suited to your game, as it will be able to follow your every movement without exaggerating it.

Où essayer un archet Archet Arcus pour Contrebasse ?

Obviously, there won't be many places where you can try out Arcus bows. However, you can come to the workshop and try them out with your cello. I won't always have all the models available in all the options, but if you're interested in a particular bow and we organize that well, it's always possible to be able to show you exactly what you're looking for!

If you can't make it, I can also send you a selection of bows for you to try out at home. Please contact me for details.