Fodera Emperor Standard 5 FL LTD

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Fodera Emperor Standard 5 FL LTD

Fodera

Emperor Standard 5 FL LTD

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Product Info

Article Number: 546916
Brand: Fodera
Model: Emperor Standard 5 FL LTD
Price: $8,459.00

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This Fodera Emperor Standard 5 FL LTD is a serious instrument for the discerning fretless player. The combination of walnut and primavera provides a rich, complex tone, while the Pope preamp gives you incredible control. It’s built for players who want a refined, vintage-inspired fretless experience with modern precision.

Product Description

  • Fodera Emperor Standard 5 FL LTD
  • 5-String Fretless Electric Bass
  • Thomann Limited Edition
  • Body: Walnut
  • Selected top: Primavera
  • Bolt-on 3-piece neck: Oak
  • Scale length: Long scale
  • Fretboard: Premium ebony
  • Without fretboard lines
  • Pickup: Fodera dual coil
  • Fodera/Pope Standard 3-band preamp with Emperor Standard control layout
  • Gotoh machine heads
  • Fodera non-locking bridge
  • Black hardware
  • Plain headstock
  • Colour: Natural Matt
  • Incl. a Fodera case
PROS
  • • Walnut/Primavera body delivers exceptional warmth and resonance, a Fodera signature.
  • • Fodera dual coil pickups offer a focused, articulate, and powerful tone.
  • • Oak neck provides stability and a smooth, fast playing experience characteristic of Fodera.
  • • Pope Standard preamp allows precise tonal shaping across the entire frequency spectrum.
CONS
  • • The long scale and fretless design limits versatility for certain modern playing styles.
  • • Walnut body makes the bass notably heavy, requiring strong playing technique.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most players.

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Key Features

Body Material Walnut with Primavera Top
Neck Material Oak
Fingerboard Premium Ebony
Pickups Fodera Dual Coil
Scale Length 34 inches (Long Scale)
Frets Fretless
Strings 5-String
Weight Approximately 11.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ebony fretboard is exceptionally smooth, but Fodera’s fret leveling process ensures a consistent feel across the entire neck – it's remarkably playable.
Yes, matte finishes are more susceptible to marks than gloss. Proper care and a quality fretboard conditioner are essential to maintain its appearance.
The Standard version provides a classic, balanced EQ curve, less aggressive than some of the more modern Fodera preamp designs, leaning towards a more vintage tone.

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