AudioFu

Best Multi-scale Basses for Intermediate 2025

Perfect multi-scale basses for intermediate - easy to play and learn on

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Extended Range For Ergonomic Playing For Progressive Music For Technical Performance For Modern Design For Professional Use
BRANDS: Dingwall Ibanez Spector
Strandberg Boden Bass Standard 4 CH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Strandberg Boden Bass Standard 4 CH

by Strandberg
Professional Use Extended Range Ergonomic Playing
Key Feature:
• Modern innovative construction
✓ PROS
  • • Improved string tension balance
  • • Modern innovative construction
✗ CONS
  • • May feel unusual initially
  • • More expensive than traditional basses

Strandberg Boden Bass Standard 4 CHHeadless Electric BassBody: BasswoodTop: Flamed maple veneerBolt-on neck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 609739
$2,837
Buy at Thomann View Details
Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Pegasus Red Ltd - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Pegasus Red Ltd

by Dingwall
Extended Range Modern Design Professional Use
Key Feature:
• Enhanced ergonomics
✓ PROS
  • • Improved string tension balance
  • • Great for extended range basses
✗ CONS
  • • Not traditional bass design
  • • More expensive than traditional basses

Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Pegasus Red LtdMulti-Scale Electric BassAdam "Nolly" Getgood (Periphery) Signature...

⭐ 5.0/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 613927
$3,189
Buy at Thomann View Details
Dingwall CB3 Combustion 4 Indigo Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Dingwall CB3 Combustion 4 Indigo Burst

by Dingwall
Extended Range Progressive Music Technical Performance
Key Feature:
• Modern innovative construction
✓ PROS
  • • Modern innovative construction
  • • Better intonation across all strings
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than traditional basses
  • • Requires adjustment period

Dingwall CB3 Combustion 4 Indigo BurstMultiscale Electric BassBody: Swamp AshTop: flamed mapleBolt-on neck:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 535503
$2,969
Buy at Thomann View Details
Spector 70th Anniv. NS Dim MS 4 Walnut - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Spector 70th Anniv. NS Dim MS 4 Walnut

by Spector
Professional Use Modern Design Technical Performance
Key Feature:
• Great for extended range basses
✓ PROS
  • • Enhanced ergonomics
  • • Modern innovative construction
✗ CONS
  • • Requires adjustment period
  • • Limited availability

Spector 70th Anniv. NS Dim MS 4 WalnutElectric GuitarThomann 70th Anniversary ModelBody: AshTop: Walnut5-Piece...

⭐ 4.7/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 576588
$1,627
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez SRMS720-BCM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Ibanez SRMS720-BCM

by Ibanez
Extended Range Ergonomic Playing Professional Use
Key Feature:
• Better intonation across all strings
✓ PROS
  • • Enhanced ergonomics
  • • Improved string tension balance
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than traditional basses
  • • Not traditional bass design

Ibanez SRMS720-BCMElectric BassSRMS SeriesBody: Okoume5-Piece bolt-on neck: Maple/walnutFingerboard: Panga...

⭐ 4.8/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 582047
$1,419
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez SRMS725-BCM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Ibanez SRMS725-BCM

by Ibanez
Progressive Music Ergonomic Playing Technical Performance
Key Feature:
• Better intonation across all strings
✓ PROS
  • • Better intonation across all strings
  • • Improved string tension balance
✗ CONS
  • • May feel unusual initially
  • • Limited availability

Ibanez SRMS725-BCM5-String Electric BassSRMS SeriesBody: Okoume5-Piece bolt-on neck: Maple/walnutFingerboard: Panga...

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 582042
$1,539
Buy at Thomann View Details
Dingwall NG3 Nolly Sig.4 Duc Pearl WH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Dingwall NG3 Nolly Sig.4 Duc Pearl WH

by Dingwall
Technical Performance Extended Range Ergonomic Playing
Key Feature:
• Enhanced ergonomics
✓ PROS
  • • Improved string tension balance
  • • Enhanced ergonomics
✗ CONS
  • • May feel unusual initially
  • • Limited availability

Dingwall NG3 Nolly Sig.4 Duc Pearl WHMultiscale Electric BassAlder bodyBolt-on maple neckMaple fretboardNeck profile:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 491467
$3,189
Buy at Thomann View Details
Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Matte Celestial BL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Matte Celestial BL

by Dingwall
Technical Performance Extended Range Ergonomic Playing
Key Feature:
• Modern innovative construction
✓ PROS
  • • Great for extended range basses
  • • Better intonation across all strings
✗ CONS
  • • Not traditional bass design
  • • More expensive than traditional basses

Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Matte Celestial BLMulti-Scale Electric BassAdam "Nolly" Getgood (Periphery) Signature...

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 613934
$2,683
Buy at Thomann View Details
Spector NS Dimension HP 4 White - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Spector NS Dimension HP 4 White

by Spector
Ergonomic Playing Technical Performance Modern Design
Key Feature:
• Improved string tension balance
✓ PROS
  • • Great for extended range basses
  • • Modern innovative construction
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than traditional basses
  • • Not traditional bass design

Spector NS Dimension HP 4 WhiteMultiscale Electric BassBody: Alder3-Piece neck-thru-body: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 574931
$1,902
Buy at Thomann View Details
Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Laguna Seca Blue - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Laguna Seca Blue

by Dingwall
Progressive Music Professional Use Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Improved string tension balance
✓ PROS
  • • Improved string tension balance
  • • Enhanced ergonomics
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability
  • • Not traditional bass design

Dingwall NG3 Nolly 4 Laguna Seca BlueMulti-Scale Electric BassAdam "Nolly" Getgood (Periphery) Signature...

⭐ 4.5/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 613932
$3,189
Buy at Thomann View Details
Spector NS Dimension HP 5 Plum Crazy - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Spector NS Dimension HP 5 Plum Crazy

by Spector
Ergonomic Playing Professional Use Technical Performance
Key Feature:
• Modern innovative construction
✓ PROS
  • • Great for extended range basses
  • • Better intonation across all strings
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than traditional basses
  • • Requires adjustment period

Spector NS Dimension HP 5 Plum Crazy5-String Electric BassAlder Body3-Piece neck-thru-body: MapleEbony...

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 575128
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort A5 Beyond, Open Pore - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Cort A5 Beyond, Open Pore

by Cort
Progressive Music Technical Performance Ergonomic Playing
Key Feature:
• Great for extended range basses
✓ PROS
  • • Great for extended range basses
  • • Enhanced ergonomics
✗ CONS
  • • May feel unusual initially
  • • Requires adjustment period

Cort A5 BeyondOpen Pore5-String Multiscale Electric BassBody: AshTop: BubingaNeck-thru 5-piece neck: Maple / panga...

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 513810
$1,099
Buy at Thomann View Details
Dingwall John Taylor Signature 5 BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Dingwall John Taylor Signature 5 BK

by Dingwall
Extended Range Ergonomic Playing Technical Performance
Key Feature:
• Great for extended range basses
✓ PROS
  • • Better intonation across all strings
  • • Modern innovative construction
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability
  • • Not traditional bass design

Dingwall John Taylor Signature 5 BK5-String Electric BassJohn Taylor (Duran Duran) Signature BassPreamplifier developed...

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 586486
$3,684
Buy at Thomann View Details
Spector NS Dimension MS 4 Inferno Red - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Spector NS Dimension MS 4 Inferno Red

by Spector
Ergonomic Playing Extended Range Modern Design
Key Feature:
• Great for extended range basses
✓ PROS
  • • Improved string tension balance
  • • Modern innovative construction
✗ CONS
  • • Limited availability
  • • May feel unusual initially

Spector NS Dimension MS 4 Inferno RedElectric BassBody: AshTop: Poplar burl5-Piece through-neck: Wenge /...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 547838
$1,649
Buy at Thomann View Details
Dingwall NG3 Nolly Sig.4 Gold Matte MN - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Dingwall NG3 Nolly Sig.4 Gold Matte MN

by Dingwall
Progressive Music Professional Use Modern Design
Key Feature:
• Improved string tension balance
✓ PROS
  • • Enhanced ergonomics
  • • Better intonation across all strings
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than traditional basses
  • • Requires adjustment period

Dingwall NG3 Nolly Sig.4 Gold Matte MNMulti-Scale Electric BassAdam "Nolly" Getgood (Periphery) signature...

⭐ 4.8/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 600758
$3,354
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Multi-scale 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 multi-scale 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.

Related Best Lists

POPULAR

Best ST Style Guitars

TOP

Best Humbucker Pickups

POPULAR

Best Distortion Pedals

POPULAR

Best Single Cut Guitars

RELATED

Best Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

TOP

Best 4/4 Size Classical Guitars

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn more