The Strunal company is currently the largest manufacturer of stringed instruments in Europe. Situated in the picturesque town of Luby near Cheb in the westernmost part of the Czech Republic, it is continuing the rich tradition of musical instrument manufacture in that region, dating back to the latter half of the 16th century. The production of musical instruments in Luby took on its industrial character between the two world wars. In its present form the works, which is being continually modernized, has existed since the late 1960s. All Strunal Student Double Basses are shop adjusted prior to shipment and meet MENC specifications. The 50/4 1/4 size Strunal Student Double Bass is laminated with Ebony trimmings, swelled back and nickel-plated machine heads. Double Bass Only.