Fodera Emperor Std 4 Black Limba LTD
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Fodera
Emperor Std 4 Black Limba LTD
Product Info
Article Number:
556394
Brand:
Fodera
Model:
Emperor Std 4 Black Limba LTD
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$9,119.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Fodera Emperor is a serious instrument built for the discerning bassist. The roasted ash/Limba combo delivers a rich, complex tone that's both punchy and articulate, and the bolt-on neck gives it a really responsive feel. It's ideal for players seeking a top-tier bass for studio work or demanding live performances.
Product Description
- Fodera Emperor Std 4 Black Limba LTD
- Electric Bass
- Limited Thomann edition
- Body: roasted ash
- Top: Black Limba
- Bolt-on 3-piece neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Wood block fingerboard inlays
- Scale: Long scale
- 24 Frets
- Pickup: 2 Fodera Dual Coils
- Fodera/Pope 3-Band Standard electronics
- Gotoh machine heads
- Fodera Non-Locking bridge
- String spacing: 19 mm
- Gold-plated hardware
- Colour: Natural matt
- Includes Fodera case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Roasted ash body provides exceptional resonance and sustain, a Fodera signature.
- • Black Limba top adds striking aesthetics and a slightly warmer tonal character.
- • Fodera Dual Coils deliver a powerful, articulate tone with excellent note definition.
- • Bolt-on neck construction offers a snappy, responsive feel favored by many players.
CONS
- • The long scale and ebony fingerboard can feel dense and less comfortable for some.
- • Black Limba, while beautiful, can be prone to minor finish checking over time.
- • The premium-priced nature makes it inaccessible to the casual or beginner bassist.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Roasted Ash with Black Limba Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Fodera Dual Coils
Scale Length
34 inches (Long Scale)
Frets
24
Strings
4
Weight
9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Pope 3-Band Standard is known for its clean, musical EQ, offering precise tonal shaping without introducing harshness – a more refined alternative to some more aggressive systems.
Yes, roasting stabilizes the wood, reduces moisture sensitivity, and often enhances resonance and sustain, generally resulting in a more even and powerful tone.
The wider string spacing is beneficial for fingerstyle players, providing more room to maneuver, but might require adjustment for pick players accustomed to narrower spacing.
