Double Bass
or BASE, the largest DOUBS signify a double standard of monetary value. It implies the existence of what is known as the gold standard on the one hand, and the silver standard on the other. Wherever the double standard in its integrity is in use a creditor is bound to accept payment of any sum in coins of either of the metals, gold or BIMETALLISM. of the stringed instruments played with silver, which the debtor may choose to a bow. Its invention is attributed to Gaspar di Salo, 1580. It is made with three or four strings. The strings are usually tuned a fourth apart to the notes F, B, E, when three strings are employed, with the addition of the lower E, when there are four strings.