Detail 01
Dark formula
Softer and tackier than light rosin. More grab at the start of a stroke, warmer attack, less surface noise.
Product detailSKU #1274115036342
ThomastikDouble Bass Rosin Medium, Dark
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A dark, medium-grade cake of double bass rosin. For arco players who want reliable grip on the string without a sticky, gummy feel.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bass players who bow regularly and need consistent bite
- Cool, dry rooms where harder rosin skates on the string
- Restocking a bow case that has run low
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Pizzicato-only players — a bow-free setup needs none of this
- Violin, viola or cello bows, which want finer rosin
- Hot, humid rooms where a dark cake can feel gummy
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.
Detail 02
Medium grade
Sits between soft summer and hard winter cakes, so one cake covers most rooms and seasons.
Detail 03
Double bass specific
Grippier than orchestral rosin for smaller instruments. Thick bass strings need far more pull to speak.
Detail 04
Cake format
You rub it directly on the hair. No applicator or heating needed, and it lasts months to years of regular playing.
Detail 05
$29.60
Above hobby-grade rosin, but a single cake outlasts many sets of strings, so cost per playing hour is tiny.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Bow and bow hair are not included — this is rosin only
- 02Freshly rehaired bows need many passes before they grab properly
- 03Rosin cakes crack when dropped; keep it in its container
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How often should I rosin my bass bow?
A few strokes before each session is usually enough. If the bow slides and the note starts late, add more. If the tone turns scratchy and dusty, you have used too much.
02Can I use this on a cello or violin bow?
It is formulated for double bass and is stickier than smaller-instrument rosin. On a violin or cello bow it will feel heavy and noisy.
03What is the difference between dark and light rosin?
Dark is softer and grabs harder, which suits cool dry conditions and lower strings. Light is harder and cleaner, and holds up better in heat and humidity.
04Does dark rosin leave more residue?
Softer rosin sheds more powder onto the top and strings. Wipe the instrument and strings down after playing so it does not build up.
