Human Base BaseX 4 Amboina

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Human Base BaseX 4 Amboina

Human Base

BaseX 4 Amboina

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 467831
Model: BaseX 4 Amboina
Price: $2,959.00

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The BaseX 4 Amboina is a seriously impressive instrument. That Amboina top looks gorgeous, and the Häussel pickups deliver a punchy, modern tone with plenty of character. It's ideal for players seeking a high-quality, German-made bass with versatile tonal options and a comfortable feel.

Product Description

  • Human Base BaseX 4 Amboina
  • 4-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Swamp ash
  • Top: Amboina
  • Neck attachment: Bolt-on
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Ebony
  • 24 Frets
  • Pickups: 2 Häussel humbuckers (splittable)
  • Human Base electronics (by Glockenklang)
  • Volume control
  • Pickup blend
  • Passive tone control
  • 3-Band EQ
  • Active / Passive switch
  • Bridge: Solid Human Base
  • Scale: 34"
  • Dual action truss rod
  • Hardware: Black
  • Includes a Human Base gig bag
  • Colour: Natural
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers exceptional resonance and a balanced tonal foundation.
  • • Amboina top provides stunning aesthetics and subtly enhances high-end clarity.
  • • Häussel humbuckers offer a powerful, articulate tone with excellent note definition.
  • • Glockenklang electronics provide versatile shaping options, from warm to aggressive.
CONS
  • • Amboina wood can be susceptible to temperature and humidity changes, requiring care.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, may lack the sustain of a neck-through design.
  • • Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for players on a tighter budget.

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Key Features

Body Material Swamp Ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups 2 Häussel Humbuckers
Scale Length 34in
Frets 24
Strings 4
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Häussels have a tighter, more focused low-end and a slightly more refined high-end than many Dimarzio offerings – less 'muddy' and more articulate, leaning towards a modern rock/funk vibe.
It's a true bypass – when engaged, the Glockenklang electronics are completely disengaged, delivering a pure, passive tone from the Häussel pickups.
Amboina is a figured wood that can be a bit more reactive to humidity changes than standard hardwoods. Maintaining a stable environment (40-60% relative humidity) is recommended to prevent cracking or movement.

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