u/CodApprehensive5808

Just to clarify, I wanted to start playing double basses and there are no local shops that offer renting, plus if I did get one I’d want to be able to keep it going on to college cause I’m currently in my sophomore year and I’m not looking for anything temporary . My budget is around $2.5k and I’m fairly interested in both classical and jazz, but I’m more jazz-sided. I’ve looked at a few like the Frans Hoffmann Amadeus at Shar Music and the Shen SB88 at various places, but I want to make sure before buying one I don’t make a mistake that’ll hurt me in the future. Does anyone have any upright bass recommendations that’ll accommodate my $2500 budget? I really need help on this and any recommendations would be deeply appreciated. Thank you.