Detail 01
Bass-specific formula
Bass rosin is softer and tackier than violin rosin. It has to grab a thicker, slower-moving string.
Product detailSKU #1274228066958
JadeBass Rosin
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Rosin for double bass bow hair. A consumable every bassist needs; buy it when your bow starts slipping on the string.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restocking when an old cake has gone glassy or cracked
- Students starting arco work on a school or rental bass
- Keeping a spare in the case or gig bag
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Violin, viola or cello players — bass rosin is much softer
- Pizzicato-only players who never use a bow
- Anyone chasing a specific rosin formula they already rely on
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Cake form
You draw the bow hair across it directly. No applicator, no liquid, nothing to mix.
Detail 03
Soft consistency
Softer rosin transfers faster, so a few strokes go further, but it can also gum up in heat.
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Consumable
A cake lasts a long time under normal practice but goes hard and stops transferring as it ages.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No bow, case or cloth included
- 02Store out of a hot car — soft bass rosin can deform
- 03Wipe rosin dust off the strings and top after playing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use this on a cello bow?
It will work but it is not intended for cello. Bass rosin is softer and stickier than cello rosin, so the feel will be grabbier than expected.
02How often do I apply it?
When the bow starts slipping or the tone thins out. For regular practice that is usually every few sessions, not every time you play.
03How long does a cake last?
A long time under normal practice use. Rosin goes hard with age before it runs out physically, which is when to replace it.
04Does temperature matter?
Yes. Soft bass rosin can deform or get sticky in heat. Keep it out of direct sun and hot cars.
