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Best Spector 4-String Basses 2025

Premium Spector 4-string basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Unique Designs For Specialty Applications For Experimental Music For Custom Features For Alternative Styles For Distinctive Sound
BRANDS: Sadowsky Ibanez Harley Benton Warwick Music Man Sterling by Music Man Yamaha Sandberg Marcus Miller Höfner Epiphone Jackson Spector Rickenbacker Lakland Cort Danelectro Fodera
Spector Euro LX 4 Nightshade matt - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Spector Euro LX 4 Nightshade matt

by Spector
Alternative Styles Unique Designs Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Standard four-string configuration
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
  • • Perfect for most musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Standard tuning limitations
  • • Less range than extended scale basses

Spector Euro LX 4 Nightshade mattElectric BassBody: European alder with a walnut stripeTop: Flamed maple3-piece...

⭐ 5.0/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 599230
$2,969
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Spector Euro LX 4 BSM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Spector Euro LX 4 BSM

by Spector
Distinctive Sound Experimental Music Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Versatile tonal range
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile tonal range
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Standard tuning limitations
  • • May need alternate tunings for some styles

Spector Euro LX 4 BSMElectric BassAlder bodyGrained maple top3-Piece maple neck24 FretsFretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia...

⭐ 4.9/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 473396
$3,024
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Spector Euro 4 CST Natural Black Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Spector Euro 4 CST Natural Black Burst

by Spector
Specialty Applications Alternative Styles Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of pickup configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Classic bass foundation
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Standard tuning limitations
  • • No high C string for extended range

Spector Euro 4 CST Natural Black BurstElectric BassBody: European ash with a walnut stripeTop: European poplar...

⭐ 4.4/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 603226
$3,299
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Spector Euro 4 LX Bolt-On NSM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Spector Euro 4 LX Bolt-On NSM

by Spector
Alternative Styles Unique Designs Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Classic bass foundation
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile tonal range
  • • Classic bass foundation
✗ CONS
  • • May need alternate tunings for some styles
  • • Standard tuning limitations

Spector Euro 4 LX Bolt-On NSMElectric BassTop: Flamed mapleBody: European alder with a walnut stripe3-Piece...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 621225
$2,584
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Spector Euro 4 CST Natural Red Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Spector Euro 4 CST Natural Red Burst

by Spector
Alternative Styles Specialty Applications Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Standard four-string configuration
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
  • • Standard four-string configuration
✗ CONS
  • • Standard tuning limitations
  • • Less range than extended scale basses

Spector Euro 4 CST Natural Red BurstElectric BassBody: AshTop: European poplar burlNeck-thru-body: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 603168
$3,299
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Spector Legend Standard 4 TBS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Spector Legend Standard 4 TBS

by Spector
Alternative Styles Experimental Music Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Standard four-string configuration
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for most musical styles
  • • Classic bass foundation
✗ CONS
  • • Standard tuning limitations
  • • May need alternate tunings for some styles

Spector Legend Standard 4 TBSElectric BassBody: AshGrained maple top5-Piece bolted Maple / Padouk neckFretboard:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 473337
$604
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Spector Euro 4 CST Natural Gloss - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Spector Euro 4 CST Natural Gloss

by Spector
Experimental Music Specialty Applications Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Versatile tonal range
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile tonal range
  • • Standard four-string configuration
✗ CONS
  • • May need alternate tunings for some styles
  • • Limited low-end extension vs 5-string

Spector Euro 4 CST Natural GlossElectric BassBody: European ash with a walnut stripeTop: European poplar burl3-Piece...

⭐ 4.9/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 603227
$3,299
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Spector NS Ethos HP 4 Black Gloss - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Spector NS Ethos HP 4 Black Gloss

by Spector
Custom Features Unique Designs Specialty Applications
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of pickup configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Classic bass foundation
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Less range than extended scale basses
  • • Limited low-end extension vs 5-string

Spector NS Ethos HP 4 Black GlossElectric BassBody: Alder3-Piece neck-thru-body: MapleFingerboard: EbonyFluorescent...

⭐ 4.4/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 575134
$2,173
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Spector Euro 4 CST Nat Violet Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Spector Euro 4 CST Nat Violet Burst

by Spector
Custom Features Alternative Styles Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Classic bass foundation
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile tonal range
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
✗ CONS
  • • May need alternate tunings for some styles
  • • No high C string for extended range

Spector Euro 4 CST Nat Violet BurstElectric BassBody: European ash with a walnut stripeTop: European poplar burl3-Piece...

⭐ 4.9/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 603228
$3,299
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How to Choose the Best 4-String Basses

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 4-string basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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