What is another word for bass viol?
Pronunciation: [bˈe͡ɪs vˈa͡ɪ͡əl] (IPA) 
The term "bass viol" is a musical instrument that is most commonly known as the double bass. The double bass is a stringed musical instrument that produces sounds an octave lower than the standard bass, typically used in classical and jazz music. The bass viol, or double bass, has several synonyms such as upright bass, acoustic bass, bass fiddle, and contrabass. All of these terms refer to the same instrument with different variations in name and style. Regardless of the name, whether it's called a bass viol, double bass, or upright bass, it remains one of the most important and versatile instruments used across a wide range of musical genres and performances.
