Tobias Killer B V
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Tobias
Killer B V
Product Info
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The Killer B V is a serious contender for players wanting a focused, powerful 5-string. The Bartolini pickups and solid Sapele body deliver a very defined and articulate tone, making it perfect for modern rock, funk, and anything needing a tight, punchy low-end. It’s a premium-priced instrument that delivers a lot of performance for the money.
Product Description
- Tobias Killer B V
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Sapele
- Bolt-on neck: Maple / purpleheart
- Fingerboard: Wenge
- Neck profile: Asymmetrical
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Bone nut
- 24 frets
- Pickups: Two Bartolini 5-String Tobias Radiused Top humbuckers
- Controls: Master Volume
- Blend (neck and bridge volume)
- Treble
- Bass
- Three mid-frequency three-way mini switches
- Babicz bridge
- Black hardware
- Gotoh machine heads
- Finish: Natural
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Sapele body offers a warm, resonant, and articulate low-end.
- • Bartolini pickups deliver a powerful, defined sound with excellent clarity.
- • Asymmetrical neck profile provides exceptional comfort and playing speed.
- • Babicz bridge ensures precise intonation and minimized string vibration.
CONS
- • Sapele can be a heavier tonewood, potentially causing fatigue in longer sessions.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more complex EQ controls.
- • Natural finish shows every fingerprint and requires careful maintenance.
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Key Features
Body Material
Sapele
Neck Material
Maple / Purpleheart
Fingerboard
Wenge
Pickups
Bartolini 5-String Tobias Radiused Top Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
24
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Bartolinis offer a more focused, slightly tighter low-end than MusicMan pickups, with a bit less of a scooped mid-range – it's a more balanced, articulate tone.
Yes, it's noticeably thinner on the treble side and thicker on the bass side, providing a more ergonomic feel and often improved access to higher frets – it’s a very comfortable design.
The natural finish is quite revealing, so it will show wear more easily than a lacquered finish; regular cleaning and careful handling are recommended to maintain its appearance.
