Ken Smith BT4 1985 - Natural
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A 1985 Ken Smith BT4 Dovetail is a high-end, USA-made 4-string electric bass, often featuring a set-neck design, quilt maple top/back with a mahogany core, and 24-fret ebony fingerboard. It typically includes active electronics (often Haz Labs preamps), two humbucking pickups, gold hardware (Gotoh tuners/Badass bridge), and a 34" scale. Many of these instruments from this era were built by Vinny Fodera. Heavy duty gig bag included. Worn areas are shown by the armrest.
Key Technical Specifications (1985 Model Variations):
- Body: Usually Quilt Maple top/back with Mahogany core or Cherry/Walnut/Maple.
- Neck: 3-piece maple with graphite rods.
- Fingerboard: Ebony with 24 frets.
- Pickups: Two Ken Smith humbuckers.
- Electronics: Active 9V or 18V system (early Haz Labs preamps).
- Controls: Typically Master Volume, Blend, Bass, Treble (some with coil tap/phase switches).
- Scale Length: 34 inches.
- Nut Width: Approx 1.54 inches (39-40mm).
- Hardware: Gold Gotoh tuners and heavy-duty brass bridge.
- Weight: Approximately 8.25 - 9 lbs.
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| Condition | Good (Used) Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear.Learn more |
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