Fender Kingman Bass SEB WN
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Kingman Bass SEB WN
Product Info
Article Number:
570839
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Kingman Bass SEB WN
Category:
4-String Acoustic Basses
Price:
$581.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Kingman Bass SEB WN is a surprisingly versatile acoustic-electric – great for campfire jams, quieter practice sessions, or adding some warmth to a band mix. The solid spruce top really sings, and the built-in tuner is a real convenience. It's a solid choice for gigging musicians or anyone wanting a good-sounding, affordable acoustic bass.
Product Description
- Fender Kingman Bass SEB WN
- Acoustic Bass with Pickup
- Top: Solid Spruce
- Back and sides: Sapele
- Neck: Nato
- Fingerboard: Walnut
- Perloid Block fingerboard inlays
- Neck: Matte urethane finish
- Neck profile: Slim "C"
- Fingerboard Radius: 305 mm (12")
- Nut: Graph Tech NuBone
- Nut width: 38.1 mm (1.5")
- 20 Frets
- Controls: Volume
- Bass
- Treble
- Notch
- Brilliance
- Phase
- Built-in tuner with On/Off switch
- Low battery indicator LED
- 3-Ply black pickguard
- Bridge: Modern Viking
- Open-back geared nickel machine heads
- Strings: Fender 8060 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Bass (.045 - .100)
- Polyester lacquer
- Colour: Shaded Edge Burst
- high-gloss
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, resonant acoustic tone with surprising projection.
- • Nato neck offers comfortable playability with a slim 'C' profile, well-suited for various hand sizes.
- • Built-in tuner is genuinely useful for quick adjustments on the gig or at home.
- • Modern Viking bridge provides stable intonation and a clean aesthetic – a solid upgrade.
CONS
- • Sapele back and sides, while attractive, limit the bass's overall tonal complexity compared to all-solid wood construction.
- • Polyester lacquer finish, while durable, isn't as refined as a premium-priced nitrocellulose finish.
- • Open-back geared tuners are functional but might not offer the absolute finest tuning stability for demanding players.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Sapele
Neck Material
Nato
Pickups
Acoustic-Electric (details not specified, likely piezo-based)
Scale Length
34 inches (typical for 4-string bass)
Frets
20
Strings
Fender 8060 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Bass (.045 - .100)
Weight
Approximately 10.5 lbs (estimated based on similar Fender acoustic basses)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The pickup is likely a piezo system, so expect a fairly natural acoustic tone when amplified, though it might lack some of the richness of a magnetic pickup. EQ adjustments will be key to taming any harshness.
The slim 'C' profile is generally comfortable, but those with very large hands might find it slightly narrow. It's best to try one in person if possible.
The Kingman offers a slightly brighter, more 'woody' tone compared to Yamaha’s often more balanced sound. Fender's aesthetic and feel are also a factor for many players.
