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Franz Bassguitars

Germany, est. 2010s · 10 products across 1 categories

10
Total Products
1
Categories
$5,092
Avg Price
$3,850
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About Franz Bassguitars

Franz Bassguitars represents a relatively new, but rapidly rising, force in the high-end bass guitar market. Founded on a philosophy of meticulous craftsmanship and unique aesthetic design, they’ve quickly garnered a reputation for instruments that offer exceptional tonal depth and a distinctive visual presence. The brand is particularly noted for its innovative use of exotic woods and its commitment to player-centric ergonomics.

Founded
2010s
Country
Germany
Segment
Premium
Target
Franz Bassguitars caters to discerning professional bassists and serious hobbyis
Known For
Sirius Series Fretless Bass Construction Exotic Wood Selection Ergonomic Body Shaping Customizable Hardware Options
PROS
  • • Exceptional build quality and attention to detail
  • • Unique tonal character and sustain
  • • Visually striking and distinctive designs
  • • Comfortable and ergonomic playing experience
  • • High-quality hardware and components
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
  • • Relatively small production, leading to wait times
  • • Limited dealer network compared to larger brands
  • • Design aesthetic may not appeal to all players

Franz Bassguitars Products

Franz Bassguitars Merak 4 Black Burst - Premium Basses

Franz Bassguitars Merak 4 Black Burst

Premium Basses

$3,850
Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 22 frets Body Alder body
Electric Bass, Body: European alder, Top: Poplar burl, Bolt-on 3-piece neck:...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Merak 4 SN Ash - 4-String J-Basses

Franz Bassguitars Merak 4 SN Ash

4-String J-Basses

$3,966
Nut width 40 mm (1.57") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 22 frets Weight 4.3 kg
Electric Bass, Weight-reduced body: bleached European ash (Black Forest, Germany),...
4.3 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Sirius 5 SMB Premium - Premium Basses

Franz Bassguitars Sirius 5 SMB Premium

Premium Basses

$7,350
Scale 876 mm (34.49") Strings 5-string Body Ash body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard
5-String Electric Bass, Body: Thermo ash, Selected top: Spalted maple burl,...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Kuma 5 Fretless - Premium Basses

Franz Bassguitars Kuma 5 Fretless

Premium Basses

$5,717
Nut width 45 mm (1.77") Scale 876 mm (34.49") Strings 5-string Body Maple body
5-String Electric Bass, Fretless, Chambered body: European maple, Top: Regional...
4.6 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Sirius 4 DC Poplar Burl - Miscellaneous 4-String Basses

Franz Bassguitars Sirius 4 DC Poplar Burl

Miscellaneous 4-String Basses

$5,659
Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 24 frets Body Alder body
Electric Bass, Top: Burl poplar, Body: Alder, Neck-thru-body 3-piece neck:...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Sirius 5 Olive Premium - Premium Basses

Franz Bassguitars Sirius 5 Olive Premium

Premium Basses

$5,833
Nut width 45 mm (1.77") Scale 876 mm (34.49") Frets 24 frets Strings 5-string
5-String Electric Bass, Body: Ash with maple toneblock, Top: Olive premium,...
4.7 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Sirius DC 5 Olive - Premium Basses

Franz Bassguitars Sirius DC 5 Olive

Premium Basses

$5,250
Scale 876 mm (34.49") Frets 24 frets Strings 5-string Body Walnut body
5-String Electric Bass, Body: Walnut, Top: Olive, Neck-thru-body: Thermo ash,...
4.8 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Sirius DC FL 4 Poplar Premium - Premium Basses

Franz Bassguitars Sirius DC FL 4 Poplar Premium

Premium Basses

$4,666
Scale 876 mm (34.49") Frets 29 frets Body Walnut body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard
Fretless Electric Bass, Body: Walnut, Top: Poplar burl,...
4.4 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Wega 5 Poplar Burl Premium - Premium Basses

Franz Bassguitars Wega 5 Poplar Burl Premium

Premium Basses

$4,316
Nut width 45 mm (1.77") Scale 876 mm (34.49") Strings 5-string Body Ash body
5-String Electric Bass, Body: Ash, Top: Poplar burl, Bolt-on neck: Maple,...
4.5 AudioFu Score
Franz Bassguitars Merak 5 Poplar Burl Premium - Premium Basses

Franz Bassguitars Merak 5 Poplar Burl Premium

Premium Basses

$4,316
Scale 876 mm (34.49") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string Body Alder body
5-String Electric Bass, Body: European alder, Top: Premium poplar burl,...
4.6 AudioFu Score

Frequently Asked Questions About Franz Bassguitars

Franz Bassguitars are handcrafted in Germany, utilizing traditional woodworking techniques and modern CNC technology to ensure precision and quality.

Franz Bassguitars frequently utilizes unique and often rare tonewoods, finished with a variety of oil and lacquer treatments to enhance the wood's natural beauty and tonal characteristics. Custom finish options are available.

Yes, Franz Bassguitars offers a degree of customization, including hardware options, wood choices (availability dependent), and personalized details, though significant modifications require advance consultation.

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