Warwick Corvette FNA 4-String – Made in Germany – 2000 – Nirvana Black Oil

For sale is a Warwick Corvette FNA 4-String, Made in Germany, from 2000, finished in the distinctive Nirvana Black Oil.

The bass is in excellent technical condition and good overall cosmetic condition, with a few small scratches on the body consistent with normal use. There are no technical issues whatsoever.

The instrument is completely original, with the only modification being the installation of an original Warwick Just a Nut III brass nut (over €100), replacing the original factory nut.

The bass has been professionally set up and currently comes fitted with Ernie Ball Steel 45-105 strings.

Specifications

• Model: Warwick Corvette FNA 4-String
• Year: 2000
• Made in: Germany
• Serial Number: C 073960-00
• Finish: Nirvana Black Oil
• Body: Swamp Ash with Flamed Maple top
• Neck: Ovangkol
• Hardware: Gold
• Electreonics: passive MEC MM pickups with active Seymour Duncan preamp. Controls are: Volume (push/pull for passive), bass, middle (with push/pull for slap cut), treble. Internal trims for setting the slap cut.
• Scale: 34"
• Strings: 4
• Nut: Original Warwick Just a Nut III brass nut
• String Gauge: Ernie Ball Steel 45-105
• Condition: Excellent technical condition / Good cosmetic condition

Condition

• Fully functional with no technical issues
• Neck is straight and properly adjusted
• Action has been set up for comfortable playability
• Fresh Ernie Ball Steel 45-105 strings
• Original Warwick hardware and electronics
• Original Warwick brass nut installed as the only upgrade
• Some minor scratches and signs of use on the body
• No modifications or non-original hardware other than the brass nut
• Weight: 3,75 kg

Fretboard and Playability

• The fretboard is in excellent condition, particularly across the lower frets.
• The upper section of the neck would benefit from a fret level and dressing to achieve an ultra-low, "shredder-style" action.
• The bass is fully playable as it is, but a professional fret leveling is recommended for players seeking the lowest possible action.

About the Bass

The Warwick Corvette FNA is a distinctive German-made Warwick model known for its powerful, articulate tone, fast response and excellent playability.

This particular example is a 2000 German-made instrument, featuring the attractive Nirvana Black Oil finish, Swamp Ash body with Flamed Maple top, Ovangkol neck and Gold hardware.

A great choice for players looking for an authentic early-2000s Made in Germany Warwick, both for professional live use and studio work.

Serial number: C 073960-00

The bass will be carefully packed for shipping.

Please feel free to contact me if you need additional photos, measurements or any further information.

I’m not a shop or reseller and I’m not responsible for lost or damage by the courier.