Vincent Akkurat 4 Butterschnaps

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Vincent Akkurat 4 Butterschnaps

Vincent

Akkurat 4 Butterschnaps

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Product Info

Article Number: 594157
Brand: Vincent
Model: Akkurat 4 Butterschnaps
Price: $3,518.90

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The Akkurat 4 Butterschnaps is a beautifully crafted German bass that’s surprisingly nimble thanks to that comb-chambered alder body. Its passive electronics and Häussel pickups deliver a focused, vintage-inspired tone that’s perfect for players seeking a refined, articulate sound – especially suited for jazz, funk, and more nuanced genres. It’s a premium-priced instrument for discerning players who appreciate quality and craftsmanship.

Product Description

  • Vincent Akkurat 4 Butterschnaps
  • Electric Bass
  • Body: Alder
  • ‘True Tone’ comb-chambered process for lower weight
  • faster attack and richer tone
  • Bolt-on neck: dark roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Black dot fingerboard inlays
  • Scale: 875 mm
  • Nut width: 40 mm
  • 21 Frets
  • Pickup: Häussel Split Coil
  • Volume and tone controls
  • Passive electronics
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Vincent bridge
  • Vincent machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: utterscotch
  • Includes gig bag
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Alder body with ‘True Tone’ process significantly reduces weight for comfortable playing.
  • • Dark roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
  • • Häussel Split Coil pickups deliver a focused, articulate tone with surprising warmth.
  • • Vincent bridge and machine heads ensure reliable tuning and sustain.
CONS
  • • Passive electronics limit tonal shaping options compared to active basses.
  • • 875mm scale might feel a little long for players accustomed to shorter scales.
  • • Tortoise pickguard is a matter of taste; some may prefer a different style.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder with ‘True Tone’ comb-chambering
Neck Material Dark Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Maple with Black Dot Inlays
Pickups Häussel Split Coil
Scale Length 875 mm
Frets 21
Strings 4 (likely standard stainless steel, but not explicitly stated)
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - estimated based on alder construction and comb-chambering

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Frequently Asked Questions

It removes wood, lightening the instrument and improving resonance. This results in a quicker attack and a more complex, open tone.
They’re recognized for their clarity and punch, offering a balanced sound with a vintage vibe but with added definition – not overly muddy like some traditional pickups.
It's longer than the typical 34” scale, offering slightly more string tension and a potentially deeper fundamental. Players used to shorter scales will need a short adjustment period.

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