Thomann 22AS/5str. 3/4 Europe Bass

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Thomann 22AS/5str. 3/4 Europe Bass

Thomann

22AS/5str. 3/4 Europe Bass

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Product Info

Article Number: 535167
Brand: Thomann
Model: 22AS/5str. 3/4 Europe Bass
Price: $2,299.00

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This Thomann 22AS is a seriously well-equipped 5-string, especially considering the price. The 3/4 size makes it comfortable for younger players or those who prefer a more manageable instrument, while the spruce top and quality strings deliver a surprisingly mature tone – it’s a great option for students and gigging musicians alike.

Product Description

  • Thomann 22AS/5str. 3/4 Europe Bass
  • 5-String Double Bass With Low B-String
  • Semi-solid 3/4 double bass with solid spruce top and arched laminated maple back
  • Round ebony fretboard
  • Tyrolean machine heads
  • Height-adjustable endpin
  • Scale length: approx. 105 cm
  • Colour: Satin Antiqued
  • Pirastro Flexocor Deluxe stringing
  • Made ready to play in Germany in the Thomann Streicher workshop
  • Made in Europe
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top provides a responsive, clear, and articulate tone.
  • • Tyrolean machine heads offer smooth, precise tuning stability.
  • • The 3/4 size is ideal for students and players with shorter arms.
  • • Pirastro Flexocor Deluxe strings deliver a warm, full, and professional sound.
CONS
  • • Semi-solid construction may lack the resonant depth of a fully hollow body.
  • • Satin antiqued finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can be prone to fingerprints.
  • • 3/4 size limits projection and power compared to full-size basses.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 3/4
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Arched Laminated Maple
Tuning E, A, D, G, B
Construction Semi-Solid
Weight Approximately 12 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's less resonant and complex than a fully hollow instrument, but the semi-solid construction offers more projection and sustain than you'd expect at this price point.
Absolutely; they offer noticeably smoother and more precise tuning adjustments, which is crucial for maintaining intonation on a 5-string bass.
It's primarily cosmetic, though the thinner finish allows the wood to vibrate slightly more freely, potentially contributing to a marginally more responsive tone.

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