All user reviews for the Gougi CB1

How long have you use it?
For a year and a half.

Have you tried many other models before buying it?
bassist, also, I played electric bass (Aria SWB lite) before falling for this grandmother Gougi.

What is the particular feature you like best and least?
With settings handle Gougi Master, it is very easy to play. It is even easier and more enjoyable than against my power, while one might think otherwise. The handle is top and the strings provided a very high quality.
The sound is not super powerful, but more than adequate. Especially as the sound quality goes marvelously well with a good cell and hop on an amp or live sound!


How would you rate the quality / price? With experience, you do again this choice? ...
The value for a massive grandmother is unbeatable, especially with this model of the bridge and strings settings "turnkey" from Gougi.
I would do without hesitation that choice because of its flexibility and ease of play has allowed me to move quickly on this instrument which is still a little scared at first ...

I use this bass since October 2010 with a bow and pizzicato. This is one of the first basses I've tried and I was very pleased from the start.

The instrument sounds great, the sound is clear and defined, but it lacks some roundness. Of course the instrument is set for beginners and that's fine because it helps not to get hurt. And with the adjustable bridge you can gradually adjust the height of the strings according to what suits you.

The price / quality ratio is unbeatable! In Paris, the survey instruments are sold between 2000 and 2500 euros. You will not find cheaper than Fabrice Gougi for a quality such as this one. In addition the instrument is as beautiful as the photos, it has the mouth unlike plastic toys / plywood.

I do it again this choice without the slightest ounce of hesitation!

I am a bass player (electric) fan for over 10 years and the desire to move to the bass was there for many years but not the budget ...
I tried a few bass hand or with a luthier in La Rochelle but nothing interesting (basically it sounded not).
By researching on the net I came across the website of GOUGE Fabrice. I exchanged email with Fabrice.
The hardest part was ordered and not try, but the reviews on his site and many users (including conservatories) were able to reassure me.
Then I decided to go straight to the shop to try to meet and especially Fabrice.
I spent a very good after noon with Fabrice technique discussed but not only ...
And to my surprise I immediately played it, it's as if I had taken my bass (or vice versa). It sounds superb.
I did not try another model (being new to the practice of bass) but frankly it is a "Rolls" for the price of a "mini".
Again, thank you to Fabrice allow as many musicians to play on quality instruments and a fair price (for each).
After a year of solo practice at home, I confirm that the practice of the bass is totally different from the electric bass. But I'm starting to make me happy, to discover the freedom of a race without borders (without cargo what!)
and yes if I would do it again the same choice .... my biggest regret: not having met Fabrice earlier!

The CB1 is my first acoustic bass. From the electric bass, I also own a Takamine and a Ampeg B10 Babybass.

The CB1 is Fully massive ebony fingerboard with a high quality top for me it was this price!

The grip of the gouge CB1 is excellent, the bass was delivered to me with perfect settings.
The adjustable bridge is good, and strings (velvet) as well.

The sound is good, the projection is a good average.

One might wish for more serious, but in this price range it is a step up from some Chinese bass.

I amplify my own via a sensor K & K Double Big Twin, and I have excellent results!

Really a great tool that I recommend.