Fodera Emperor STD Special 5 J-Maple
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Fodera
Emperor STD Special 5 J-Maple
Product Info
Article Number:
557235
Brand:
Fodera
Model:
Emperor STD Special 5 J-Maple
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$9,669.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Fodera Emperor is a serious instrument – built for the player who demands precision and performance. The combination of alder, maple, and EMG pickups delivers a focused, punchy sound with plenty of clarity. It’s a fantastic choice for session players, stage performers, and anyone seeking a premium-voiced 5-string bass.
Product Description
- Fodera Emperor STD Special 5 J-Maple
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Limited Thomann edition
- Body: Alder
- Premium top: Japanese maple
- Bolt-on 3-Piece neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Birdseye maple
- Black dot fingerboard inlays
- Scale: Long Scale
- 24 Large frets
- Pickups: 2 EMG 40J Humbucker
- Fodera/Pope Standard 3-Band Preamp
- Emperor Standard Control Layout
- Fodera Non-Locking bridge
- 19 mm string spacing
- Gotoh machine heads
- Black hardware
- Colour: Natural matt
- Includes Fodera case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant foundation with excellent sustain.
- • Japanese maple top adds striking visual appeal and enhances the upper harmonics.
- • EMG 40J pickups deliver a powerful, articulate tone ideal for modern genres.
- • Fodera/Pope preamp offers precise tonal shaping with a clean, professional sound.
CONS
- • The birdseye maple fingerboard can feel quite pronounced and may not suit all players.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, lacks the inherent warmth of a set-neck design.
- • The long scale (34") might feel unwieldy for players with smaller hands or shorter arms.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder with Japanese Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Birdseye Maple
Pickups
2 x EMG 40J Humbucker
Scale Length
34 inches (Long Scale)
Frets
24 Large Frets
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 40Js offer a more balanced and less aggressive tone than many others; they’re known for their clarity and focused low-mids, avoiding excessive ice-picky highs.
Not at all – Fodera's bolt-on necks are meticulously crafted and offer excellent stability and ease of adjustment, prioritizing playability and reliability.
Birdseye maple offers a distinct tactile experience; it's more textured than maple or rosewood, providing extra grip, but some players find it visually busy or slightly less comfortable.
