Warwick RB Star Bass 4 VSTHP

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Warwick RB Star Bass 4 VSTHP

Warwick

RB Star Bass 4 VSTHP

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 450676
Brand: Warwick
Model: RB Star Bass 4 VSTHP
Price: $1,153.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The RB Star 4 VSTHP is a beautifully crafted bass delivering a classic, warm tone with surprising punch. The medium scale makes it comfortable for players of all levels, while the flamed maple top provides a seriously gorgeous aesthetic. It's a fantastic choice for players seeking a vintage-inspired sound and feel without the premium price tag of a boutique instrument.

Product Description

  • Warwick RB Star Bass 4 VSTHP
  • E-Bass
  • sides and bottom: AAA Flamed maple
  • Sized
  • 3-strip neck: Maple with Ekanga veneer strips
  • Fretboard: Wenge
  • Fretboard radius: 508 mm
  • 21 Extra high
  • nickel-silver jumbo frets
  • Scale: 813 mm (Medium Scale)
  • Nut width: 38.5 mm
  • Pickups: 2 Passive MEC Vintage single coils
  • Passive electronics
  • 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
  • 3-Way toggle switch for pickup selection
  • Warwick machine heads
  • Just-a-Nut III nut from Tedur
  • 2-Piece Warwick bridge
  • String spacing: 19 mm
  • Warwick security locks
  • Chrome hardware
  • Factory stringing: Warwick RED (42200 M) .045" - .105"
  • Weight: Approximately 3.8 kg
  • Colour: Vintage Sunburst Transparent
  • high-gloss
  • incl. gigbag

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.com/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • AAA flamed maple top delivers stunning looks and resonance
  • • MEC Vintage pickups offer a warm, articulate vintage tone
  • • Medium scale provides comfortable feel and easy intonation
  • • Just-a-Nut III enhances tuning stability and sustain
CONS
  • • High-gloss finish can be a fingerprint magnet and requires careful maintenance
  • • Wenge fretboard can be prone to dryness, requiring occasional oiling
  • • Limited pickup versatility compared to active or more complex electronics

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Key Features

Body Material AAA Flamed Maple (Top, Sides, and Back)
Neck Material Maple with Ekanga Veneer
Fingerboard Wenge
Pickups 2 Passive MEC Vintage Single Coils
Scale Length 813 mm (Medium Scale)
Frets 21 Extra High Nickel-Silver Jumbo
Strings Warwick RED .045in - .105in
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

They offer a slightly more defined and punchy vintage tone than some, avoiding the muddiness you can find with certain vintage-inspired designs.
It adds a subtle warmth and complexity to the neck's tone, contributing to the overall resonance and feel, but it's not a dramatic difference.
Yes, the spacing and string gauge are fairly standard, so you shouldn't encounter any issues swapping them out for your preferred strings.

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