Charvel PM Bass SD PJ IV Satin Black
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Charvel
PM Bass SD PJ IV Satin Black
Product Info
Article Number:
583623
Brand:
Charvel
Model:
PM Bass SD PJ IV Satin Black
Category:
4-String P-Basses
Price:
$1,142.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Charvel PM Bass SD PJ IV is a serious contender for players wanting a modern, versatile bass with a premium feel. The caramelized maple neck is a joy to play, and the DiMarzio pickups give you a wide range of tones, from punchy slap to growly vintage sounds. It's perfect for gigging musicians and studio players who need a workhorse bass that can handle anything you throw at it.
Product Description
- Charvel PM Bass SD PJ IV Satin Black
- Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Neck: caramelised maple
- Fingerboard: caramelised maple
- Compound fingerboard radius: 304.8 - 406.4 mm (12" - 16")
- Fingerboard inlays: Cream Dot
- Scale: 864 mm (34" )
- Nut width: 38.1 mm (1.5")
- Nut: Graph Tech TUSQ XL
- Neck profile: Speed neck with rolled fingerboard edges
- 20 Jumbo frets
- Pickups: DiMarzio Model J DP123 (bridge) and DiMarzio Model P DP122 ( middle)
- Active three-band EQ
- Pickup blend
- Master volume control with push/pull selector switch
- Charvel HiMass bridge
- Charvel Open Gear tuners
- Chrome hardware
- Original strings: Nickel-plated steel (0.045-0.100)
- Colour: Satin Black
PROS
- • Caramelized maple neck offers exceptional feel and stability.
- • DiMarzio pickups deliver a powerful, articulate, and modern tone.
- • Compound radius fingerboard eases chording and facilitates fast playing.
- • HiMass bridge enhances sustain and minimizes unwanted resonance.
CONS
- • Satin black finish can show fingerprints and smudges easily.
- • Active EQ requires a power source, limiting passive tonal options.
- • Alder body, while resonant, might be a bit lighter for some players.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Caramelized Maple
Fingerboard
Caramelized Maple, Compound Radius (12" - 16")
Pickups
DiMarzio Model J (bridge), DiMarzio Model P (middle)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
20 Jumbo
Strings
Nickel-Plated Steel (.045 - .100)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active EQ provides more precise tonal shaping, but it's dependent on battery power and adds a slight coloration; passive basses offer a more 'pure' sound.
Yes, the caramelisation process stabilizes the wood, reduces moisture sensitivity, and often results in a smoother, faster feel – a noticeable upgrade for serious players.
The HiMass bridge is denser, which increases sustain and reduces body resonance, leading to a tighter, more focused low end and improved note definition.
