Warwick RB Star Bass 5 SCWHP
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Warwick
RB Star Bass 5 SCWHP
Product Info
Article Number:
450759
Brand:
Warwick
Model:
RB Star Bass 5 SCWHP
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$1,153.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The RB Star 5 SCWHP is a solid, well-built bass delivering that classic vintage tone with a modern edge. It’s a fantastic choice for players seeking a reliable, punchy instrument—especially those into rock, blues, or funk—without the complexity of active electronics. The long scale really helps the lower strings maintain clarity.
Product Description
- Warwick RB Star Bass 5 SCWHP
- 5-String Electric Bass
- bottom and sides: Maple
- Set-in
- 4-striped neck: Maple with Ekanga veneer stripes
- Fretboard: Wenge
- 21 Extra high nickel silver jumbo frets
- Scale: 864 mm (long scale)
- Nut width: 45 mm
- Pickup: 2 Passive MEC Vintage single coils
- Passive electronics
- 2 Volume knobs and 2 tone knobs
- 3-Way toggle switch for pickup selection
- Warwick machine heads
- Just-a-Nut III nut made of Tedur
- 2-Piece Warwick bridge
- String spacing: 16.5 mm
- Warwick security locks
- Chrome hardware
- Ex-factory stringing: Warwick RED (42301 M) .045"- .135"
- Weight: approx. 3.9 kg
- Colour: Solid cream white high polish
PROS
- • Maple construction delivers a tight, articulate low-end with excellent sustain.
- • MEC Vintage pickups offer a classic, punchy tone suitable for a wide range of genres.
- • Long scale (864 mm) provides improved string tension and note definition.
- • Ekanga veneer neck stripes add visual flair and subtle tonal warmth.
CONS
- • The weight (3.9 kg) can be tiring for extended playing sessions.
- • Passive electronics limit tonal flexibility compared to active systems.
- • Wenge fretboard can be prone to dryness and requires occasional maintenance.
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Key Features
Body Material
Maple (top, bottom, and sides)
Neck Material
Maple with Ekanga veneer stripes
Fingerboard
Wenge
Pickups
2 Passive MEC Vintage single coils
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
21 Extra high nickel silver jumbo
Strings
Warwick RED .045in - .135in
Weight
3.9 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
They offer a slightly more aggressive and focused tone than some, avoiding muddiness while retaining a warm, round character.
The neck profile is a standard 'C' shape, generally comfortable, but the 45 mm nut width might feel a bit snug for those with exceptionally large hands.
They’re a worthwhile investment for gigging musicians, significantly reducing the risk of string slippage and tuning instability, particularly with a longer scale bass.
