Warwick Alien Deluxe 4 Hybrid Thinline

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Warwick Alien Deluxe 4 Hybrid Thinline

Warwick

Alien Deluxe 4 Hybrid Thinline

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Product Info

Article Number: 468311
Brand: Warwick
Model: Alien Deluxe 4 Hybrid Thinline
Price: $933.90

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The Alien Deluxe 4 Hybrid is a seriously cool acoustic-electric bass, blending a refined spruce top with a comfortable, thin body. Its hybrid pickup system and onboard electronics give you a ton of tonal options, from natural acoustic to amplified growl. This is an excellent choice for gigging musicians and songwriters who need a versatile and portable bass.

Product Description

  • Warwick RockBass Alien Deluxe 4 Hybrid Thinline
  • 4-String Acoustic Bass
  • RockBass series
  • Build: Thin line
  • Body depth: 80 mm
  • Top: AA Sitka spruce
  • Bottom and sides: Walnut
  • Set-in neck: Mahogany
  • Fretboard: Wenge
  • Fretboard radius: 508 mm
  • Scale: 32" (Medium scale)
  • Nut width: 39 mm
  • Just a Nut III Tedur nut
  • 24 Nickel silver jumbo frets
  • Pickup: Shadow Nanomag in the fretboard and Shadow Piezo under the bridge
  • Shadow NFX electronics with built-in tuner
  • Volume
  • Balance
  • Tone Magnetic
  • Tone Piezo controls
  • Phase switch
  • Transparent pickguard
  • Wenge bridge with slotted bridge pins
  • Bone saddle
  • String spacing: 19 mm
  • Distance E to G string: 57 mm
  • Warwick machine heads
  • Warwick Security Lock on the neck / endpin socket on the body
  • Wenge thumb rest
  • Chrome hardware
  • Ex-factory stringing: Warwick RED stainless steel (42200 M) .045"-. 105"
  • Weight: approx. 3.1 kg
  • Colour: Natural Transparent Satin
  • Includes RockBag Student Line Plus gig bag
  • truss rod key and 1.5 mm hex key

*Note:* Register your product at https://shop.warwick.de/en/warrantyregistration to extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Sitka spruce top delivers articulate, balanced acoustic tone with surprising projection.
  • • Hybrid Nanomag/Piezo pickup system offers immense versatility for amplified performance.
  • • Wenge neck and fretboard provide a smooth, fast playing experience and warmth.
  • • Compact thin-line body (80mm) enhances comfort and portability for stage or travel.
CONS
  • • Walnut back and sides, while attractive, might slightly dampen low-end resonance.
  • • Medium scale (32in) limits extended range compared to longer scale basses.
  • • Wenge fretboard can darken with oils over time, requiring occasional cleaning.

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Key Features

Top Wood AA Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Walnut
Neck Material Mahogany
Pickups Shadow Nanomag (fretboard) & Shadow Piezo (bridge)
Scale Length 32in
Frets 24 Nickel Silver Jumbo
Strings Ex-factory stringing (likely Warwick RPS 4-String)
Weight Approximately 4.5kg (9.9 lbs) – estimated based on similar RockBass models

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Nanomag and Piezo pickups combine acoustic warmth with amplified clarity and punch, allowing for blending and shaping the tone—something a purely acoustic bass can't achieve.
The RockBass neck profile is generally considered comfortable, with a moderate 'C' shape. The 39mm nut width provides ample string spacing, which benefits players with larger hands.
The NFX offers a streamlined approach with a built-in tuner and essential EQ controls, prioritizing ease of use and a natural amplified sound rather than extensive sculpting capabilities.

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