Fodera Monarch Standard P Classic CFM
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Fodera
Monarch Standard P Classic CFM
Product Info
Article Number:
552969
Brand:
Fodera
Model:
Monarch Standard P Classic CFM
Category:
Premium Basses
Price:
$7,689.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Fodera Monarch Standard P Classic CFM is a serious instrument—a refined take on the classic P-bass sound. The ash body and Duncan pickup combo gives it a powerful, focused tone, perfect for players seeking a premium feel and vintage vibe. It's a fantastic choice for session players and discerning musicians who appreciate top-tier craftsmanship.
Product Description
- Fodera Monarch Standard P Classic CFM
- Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Matching headstock
- 3-Piece bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Birdseye maple
- Fingerboard inlays: Black dots
- Scale: Long scale
- 22 Frets
- Pickup: 1 Seymour Duncan P-Style Split Coil
- Passive Fodera electronics
- 3-Ply black pickguard
- Fodera Non-Locking bridge
- String spacing: 19 mm
- Machine heads: Gotoh
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Satin Charcoal Frost Metallic
- Includes Fodera case
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a resonant, punchy tone with excellent sustain.
- • Seymour Duncan P-style split coil provides a thick, articulate low-end.
- • Birdseye maple fingerboard offers a uniquely textured and fast playing experience.
- • Fodera's passive electronics ensure a pure, vintage-inspired tone and reliable performance.
CONS
- • The long scale (34") might feel unwieldy for players with shorter arms.
- • Birdseye maple can be polarizing – some find it visually busy or less comfortable.
- • The satin finish, while beautiful, can show fingerprints and smudges easily.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Birdseye Maple
Pickups
Seymour Duncan P-Style Split Coil
Scale Length
34 inches (Long Scale)
Frets
22
Strings
4
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fodera’s passive electronics are designed for transparency and tonal purity, avoiding any coloration or added noise common in some passive circuits; it delivers a more direct and nuanced representation of the pickups' output.
The 19mm spacing is fairly standard, but it's narrower than some vintage P-basses; players used to wider spacing might require a short adjustment period, but most will find it comfortable and precise.
The CFM refers to the neck construction, which uses a mahogany reinforcement strip; this adds a touch of warmth and complexity to the tone while also enhancing the neck's stability and resonance.
