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Mayones Guitars Ori Enji 5 Kitsune Orange

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$4,297

Nut width 46 mm (1.81") Frets 24 frets Strings 5-string Body Ash body

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Ash, Bolt-on neck: Wenge, Fingerboard: Wenge,...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Fender George Harrison Bass VI LTD

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$11,462

Scale 768 mm (30.24") Frets 21 frets Strings 6-string Body Alder body

6-String Electric Bass, Limited edition - limited to 80 pieces worldwide, Custom...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Fodera Yin Yang 4 Reverse PH

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$8,023

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 24 frets Body Alder body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, Body: Alder, Top: Reverse Purpleheart with Yin Yang design, 3-piece...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Mayones Guitars Jabba Custom 4 TGBG

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$4,229

Scale 870 mm (34.25") Frets 24 frets Fingerboard radius 508 mm (20") Body Ash body

Electric Bass, Top: 3A poplar burl, Body: Swamp ash, Bolt-on neck: Maple,...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Fender 1962 Bass VI SH Relic SFOT

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$7,908

Scale 768 mm (30.24") Frets 21 frets Strings 6-string Body Alder body

6-String Electric Bass, Body: Alder, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Rosewood,...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Spock 5 Sherwood Green

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$7,221

Scale 813 mm (32.01") Strings 5-string Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

5-String Electric bass, Body binding: Ash, Top: Marleaux Logic Mesh (fiber composite...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Tiuz 5 FLW

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$7,221

Frets 24 frets Strings 5-string Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Chestnut and ash, Top: Signature burl basswood, 3-piece, 7-bolt-on...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Consat Custom 4 WN

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$5,730

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 24 frets Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, Body: Mahogany, Top: Walnut, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Scale...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Höfner H500/1-64-RLC-0 Violin Bass

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$4,001

Nut width 42 mm (1.65") Scale 762 mm (30") Frets 22 frets Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

Electric Bass, 64 relic model of the Violin Bass, Top: Spruce, Back and sides:...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Vincent Tribute PJ 4 MKII Terracotta

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$3,896

Nut width 40 mm (1.57") Scale 875 mm (34.45") Frets 21 frets Body Alder body

Electric Bass, Body: Alder, True Tone Comb-Chambered design for reduced weight, a...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Vincent Akkurat 5 PJ Purple Sparkle

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$4,469

Nut width 49 mm (1.93") Scale 875 mm (34.45") Frets 21 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Alder, Bolt-on neck: Lightly roasted maple,...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Vincent Akkurat 5 PJ Celeste

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$4,126

Nut width 49 mm (1.93") Scale 875 mm (34.45") Frets 21 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Alder, TRUE TONE Comb-Chambered Process – weight-reduced...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Vincent Metropol 5 Gold

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$4,469

Nut width 49 mm (1.93") Scale 875 mm (34.45") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Electric Bass, TRUE TONE Comb-Chambered process - for less weight, faster attack and...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Vincent Akkurat 4 Willow

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$4,126

Nut width 40 mm (1.57") Scale 875 mm (34.45") Frets 21 frets Body Alder body

Electric Bass, Body: Alder, TRUE TONE Comb-Chambered process - for less weight, faster attack...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Ibanez IV1SR

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$9,169

Nut width 45 mm (1.77") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Strings 5-string Body Ash body

5-String Electric Bass, Premium Ibanez Visions series, Body: Ash, Top: Walnut, Bolt-on neck: Maple/...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Franz Bassguitars Merak 4 Black Burst

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$3,782

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

Marleaux Consat 5 Sig TS Lime Green

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$6,877

Strings 5-string Body Maple body Fingerboard Maple fingerboard

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Maple, Top: Signature maple burl, Neck-through-body:...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Warwick Teambuilt Streamer 5 Fret HSB

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$5,949

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Fingerboard radius 660 mm (25.98") Strings 5-string Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

5-String Electric Bass, Fretless, Limited Edition 2025, Top: 1" poplar burl,...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Warwick Masterbuilt Streamer LTD 4 HSB

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$11,348

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, Limited Edition 2025, Masterbuilt model, Ergonomically shaped...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Votan 5 Chestnut "32

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$5,386

Scale 813 mm (32.01") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

Marleaux Votan 5 Chestnut "32, 5-String Electric Bass, Body: Chestnut, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Rosewood,...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Votan XS 4 Copper

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$4,813

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 22 frets Body Basswood body Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

Electric Bass, Body: Basswood, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Rosewood, Scale: 864 mm...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Sadowsky MetroLine 24-Fret LTD 4 NTS

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$5,386

Nut width 38.5 mm (1.52") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, 2025 limited edition, Slightly smaller body with a scale length...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Sadowsky MetroLine 24-LTD 4 Fretless NT

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$5,386

Nut width 38.5 mm (1.52") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Neck profile C-shape neck Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Fretless Electric Bass, 2025 limited edition, Body: American swamp ash, Top:...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Sadowsky MasterBuilt 24 LTD 4 NTHP

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$10,305

Nut width 38.5 mm (1.52") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01") Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, Masterbuilt model, 2025 limited edition, Slightly smaller body with...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Soprano RTW Elm

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$3,438

Scale 570 mm (22.44") Fingerboard Maple fingerboard

Electric Bass, Built exclusively from local wood from the Harz Mountains, Body: Elm, Top:...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Soprano Flamed Maple Aqua

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$3,208

Scale 570 mm (22.44") Body Maple body Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

Electric Bass, Body: Maple, Top: Flamed maple, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Dingwall Z Custom Shop FBB

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$11,222

Strings 5-string Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

5-String Multi-Scale Electric Bass, Custom Shop model, Body: Alder / ash, Top: Selected...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Fodera Emperor Standard 4 Classic CFM

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$9,169

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Body Ash body Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

Electric Bass, Body: Ash, Bolt-on 3-piece neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Rosewood,...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Fodera Emperor Standard 5 Classic FR

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$9,399

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Strings 5-string Body Ash body Fingerboard Maple fingerboard

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Ash, Bolt-on 3-piece neck: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Fodera Emperor Standard 4 Classic FR

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$8,252

Body Ash body Fingerboard Maple fingerboard

Electric Bass, Body: Ash, Bolt-on 3-piece neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Birdseye...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Fender 53 P-Bass Relic A2CS LTD

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$7,450

Body Ash body Fingerboard Maple fingerboard

Electric Bass, Two-piece body: Selected ash, One-piece neck: Quartersawn maple,...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Diva 4 Walnut EB

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$6,819

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Body Maple body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Fretless Electric Bass, Body: Maple, Top: selected alwnut burl, Neck-through-body neck:...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Music Man Stingray 4 H Special MBB

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$3,438

Nut width 41.3 mm (1.63") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 22 frets Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple, Fingerboard:...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Music Man Stingray 5 H Special VSB

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$3,667

Nut width 44.5 mm (1.75") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple,...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Music Man Stingray 5 H Special AG

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$3,667

Nut width 44.5 mm (1.75") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Selected hardwood, Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Mayones Guitars Ori Enji 5 Hot Pink

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$4,297

Nut width 46 mm (1.81") Frets 24 frets Fingerboard radius 241 mm (9.49") Strings 5-string

5-String Multi-Scale Electric Bass, Body: Ash, Bolt-on neck: Wenge, Fingerboard:...

4.7 AudioFu Score

Sadowsky MasterBuilt 21 Fret LTD 4 NB

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$10,535

Nut width 38.1 mm (1.5") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Body Okoume body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, Limited edition 2026 model, Type: Slightly smaller J-style body,...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Warwick TeamBuilt Fortress LTD 4 NB

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$6,522

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Neck profile C-shape neck

Electric Bass, Limited Edition 2026, Flat, chambered body: American swamp ash,...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Warwick MasterBuilt Fortress LTD 5 NB

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$11,440

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Strings 5-string Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

5-String Electric Bass, Limited Edition 2026, Flat, chambered body: American...

4.5 AudioFu Score

Sadowsky MetroLine Vintage LTD 4 NBN

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$6,637

Nut width 38.1 mm (1.5") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 21 frets Fingerboard radius 305 mm (12.01")

Electric Bass, 2026 limited edition, Slightly smaller chambered body: Okoumé,...

4.6 AudioFu Score

Warwick MasterBuilt Fortress LTD26 NBB

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$11,003

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Strings 5-string Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, Limited Edition 2026 – only 30 pieces worldwide (4- and...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Mayones Guitars Ori Enji 5 Gunmetal Grey

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$4,297

Nut width 46 mm (1.81") Frets 24 frets Fingerboard radius 241 mm (9.49") Strings 5-string

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Ash, Bolt-on neck: Wenge, Fingerboard: Wenge,...

4.4 AudioFu Score

Fender LTD Jazz Bass Rel Pink Paisley

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$8,825

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 20 frets Fingerboard radius 241 mm (9.49") Body Alder body

Electric Bass, Custom Shop model, Body: Alder, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard:...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Marleaux Consat Custom 4 FM RP

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$5,730

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 24 frets Body Alder body Fingerboard Ebony fingerboard

Electric Bass, Body: Alder, Top: Flamed maple, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony,...

4.8 AudioFu Score

Sadowsky MetroLine 24-5 Fret Modern BU

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$4,928

Nut width 47.5 mm (1.87") Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 24 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Electric Guitar, Body: American red alder, Bolt-on neck: maple,...

4.9 AudioFu Score

Sandberg Patchwork California II TM5 V2

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$5,386

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Mahogany / ash / alder, Top: Flamed maple,...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Fodera Victor Wooten ´83 Classic

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$11,452

Frets 24 frets Body Mahogany body Fingerboard Rosewood fingerboard

Electric Bass, Victor Wooten Signature Model, Body: Mahogany, Top: Flamed maple,...

4.3 AudioFu Score

Sandberg California VM2 BK

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$2,693

Scale 864 mm (34.02") Frets 22 frets Strings 5-string Body Ash body

5-String Electric Bass, Body: Ash, Bolt-on neck: Maple, Fingerboard: Ebony, Abalone Dot...

4.3 AudioFu Score

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About Premium Basses

This category represents the pinnacle of electric bass design and craftsmanship, catering to discerning professionals and serious hobbyists who demand exceptional tone, playability, and aesthetics. These basses often incorporate premium materials, custom electronics, and meticulous construction techniques resulting in instruments capable of a wide range of sonic possibilities. They're built to inspire and endure, becoming reliable workhorses for years to come.

Best For

Studio recording live performance demanding gigging musicians session work advanced players

What to Look For

Neck profile and feel wood combinations and tonal characteristics pickup configuration and voicing hardware quality and tuning stability finish quality and overall craftsmanship

Premium Basses — Pros & Cons

PROS

Exceptional tonal clarity and responsiveness across the frequency spectrum
Unparalleled build quality and long-term durability
Superior ergonomics and comfortable playability for extended sessions
Highly customizable options to tailor the instrument to individual preferences

CONS

Significant investment compared to more mainstream bass options
Can be overly complex for players seeking a simple, straightforward instrument
Potential for increased maintenance requirements due to specialized components
Aesthetic choices can be polarizing; design may not suit all tastes

Frequently Asked Questions About Premium Basses

Various woods impart unique tonal qualities, influencing sustain, warmth, and upper harmonics; combinations are often chosen for a balanced response.

Active electronics offer greater control over tonal shaping, often including onboard EQ and preamps for enhanced output and flexibility.

Neck profiles significantly impact playability; consider your hand size and playing style to ensure a comfortable and efficient experience.

Shop Premium Basses 2026

Mayones Guitars Ori Enji 5 Kitsune Orange

Fender George Harrison Bass VI LTD

Fodera Yin Yang 4 Reverse PH

Mayones Guitars Jabba Custom 4 TGBG

Fender 1962 Bass VI SH Relic SFOT

Marleaux Spock 5 Sherwood Green

Marleaux Tiuz 5 FLW

Marleaux Consat Custom 4 WN

Höfner H500/1-64-RLC-0 Violin Bass

Vincent Tribute PJ 4 MKII Terracotta

Vincent Akkurat 5 PJ Purple Sparkle

Vincent Akkurat 5 PJ Celeste

Vincent Metropol 5 Gold

Vincent Akkurat 4 Willow

Ibanez IV1SR

Franz Bassguitars Merak 4 Black Burst

Marleaux Consat 5 Sig TS Lime Green

Warwick Teambuilt Streamer 5 Fret HSB

Warwick Masterbuilt Streamer LTD 4 HSB

Marleaux Votan 5 Chestnut "32

Marleaux Votan XS 4 Copper

Sadowsky MetroLine 24-Fret LTD 4 NTS

Sadowsky MetroLine 24-LTD 4 Fretless NT

Sadowsky MasterBuilt 24 LTD 4 NTHP

Marleaux Soprano RTW Elm

Marleaux Soprano Flamed Maple Aqua

Dingwall Z Custom Shop FBB

Fodera Emperor Standard 4 Classic CFM

Fodera Emperor Standard 5 Classic FR

Fodera Emperor Standard 4 Classic FR

Fender 53 P-Bass Relic A2CS LTD

Marleaux Diva 4 Walnut EB

Music Man Stingray 4 H Special MBB

Music Man Stingray 5 H Special VSB

Music Man Stingray 5 H Special AG

Mayones Guitars Ori Enji 5 Hot Pink

Sadowsky MasterBuilt 21 Fret LTD 4 NB

Warwick TeamBuilt Fortress LTD 4 NB

Warwick MasterBuilt Fortress LTD 5 NB

Sadowsky MetroLine Vintage LTD 4 NBN

Warwick MasterBuilt Fortress LTD26 NBB

Mayones Guitars Ori Enji 5 Gunmetal Grey

Fender LTD Jazz Bass Rel Pink Paisley

Marleaux Consat Custom 4 FM RP

Sadowsky MetroLine 24-5 Fret Modern BU

Sandberg Patchwork California II TM5 V2

Fodera Victor Wooten ´83 Classic

Sandberg California VM2 BK

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