Tobias Growler V LH
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Tobias
Growler V LH
Product Info
Article Number:
549564
Brand:
Tobias
Model:
Growler V LH
Category:
5-String Lefthanded Basses
Price:
$1,648.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Tobias Growler V LH is a serious contender for the left-handed bassist who wants a distinctive, powerful sound. The Bartolini pickup delivers a huge, articulate tone perfect for modern rock, funk, or metal, while the asymmetrical neck makes it a joy to play. This bass is ideal for players looking for a premium instrument with a unique voice.
Product Description
- Tobias Growler V LH
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Left-hand model
- Body: Paulownia
- Neck-through-body neck: Maple / purpleheart
- Fingerboard: Wenge
- Neck profile: Asymmetrical
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Bone nut
- 24 frets
- Pickup: Bartolini Quad-Coil humbucker (bridge)
- Controls: Master Volume
- Blend (Coils) / Treble
- Bass stacked (Coil 1) / Treble
- Bass stacked (Coil 2)
- Two Mid Contour mini switches
- Babicz bridge
- Machine Heads: Gotoh
- Black hardware
- Colour: Natural
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Paulownia body offers surprisingly resonant and lightweight tonal foundation.
- • Bartolini Quad-Coil delivers massive output, clarity, and a unique growling character.
- • Asymmetrical neck profile provides exceptional comfort and fast playing feel for lefties.
- • Babicz bridge ensures excellent tuning stability and efficient string vibration transfer.
CONS
- • Wenge fingerboard can be prone to dryness; regular conditioning is essential.
- • The extensive EQ controls can be overwhelming for players seeking simpler sounds.
- • Paulownia, while lightweight, might not offer the same perceived premium feel as more exotic woods.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Paulownia
Neck Material
Maple / purpleheart
Fingerboard
Wenge
Pickups
Bartolini Quad-Coil humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
24
Strings
5-string set (likely .045-.130 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 - 11 lbs (4.3 - 5 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Quad-Coil offers significantly higher output and a thicker, more aggressive tone with less hum, creating a 'growling' characteristic not found in standard split-coils.
Yes, it's noticeably thinner on the treble side and thicker on the bass side, which many find more ergonomic and comfortable, especially for faster playing styles.
Due to the high output, a clean, solid-state amp or a tube amp with a good amount of headroom will best showcase the bass’s clarity and definition; avoid overly colored or saturated amps.
