Fodera Monarch Standard Classic 4
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Fodera
Monarch Standard Classic 4
Product Info
Article Number:
563930
Brand:
Fodera
Model:
Monarch Standard Classic 4
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$9,623.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Monarch Standard Classic 4 is a serious contender for players seeking a refined, vintage-inspired tone. The combination of alder, maple, and those classic Seymour Duncans delivers a fantastic blend of clarity, warmth, and punch—perfect for session work, jazz, or anyone wanting a sophisticated, articulate foundation for their music.
Product Description
- Fodera Monarch Standard Classic 4
- Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on three-piece neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Indian rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: clay Dots
- Scale: 34"
- 24 frets
- Pickup: 2 Seymour Duncan Single Coils
- Electronics: 3-Band EQ
- Pickguard: Black Pearl
- Bridge: Fodera Standard
- Machine heads: Gotoh
- Hardware: Chrome
- Strings: .045 - .105
- Colour: Black Diamond Firemist
- Includes case
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Seymour Duncan single coils provide articulate, vintage-voiced clarity and punch.
- • Bolt-on neck construction offers a snappy response and comfortable, familiar feel.
- • Fodera Standard bridge ensures stable intonation and focused string vibration.
CONS
- • The black diamond firemist finish can be a fingerprint magnet, requiring diligent cleaning.
- • Relatively heavy due to the alder body and hardware; may fatigue players over long gigs.
- • Single coil pickups can be noisy in high-gain scenarios, requiring careful amp setup.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Indian Rosewood
Pickups
Seymour Duncan Single Coils
Scale Length
34"
Frets
24
Strings
.045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a comfortable 'C' shape, leaning slightly towards a vintage feel – not as slim as some of their newer basses, offering good grip and sustain.
Yes, they're quite prominent and provide excellent visibility even in dimly lit environments, unlike some more subtle inlays.
It’s a straightforward, musical EQ, excellent for broad tonal adjustments; while less precise than more complex systems, it’s remarkably effective for shaping the core sound.
