** Item Specific Details ** Body had to be repaired at bass side horn, repair visible. SN - 24052350224 **

The Tobias Classic IV bass redefines craftsmanship and tonal sophistication, offering bassists a seamless blend of premium materials and advanced engineering. Its neck-through-body design features a stunning combination of hard maple and purpleheart, ensuring unparalleled sustain and stability. Complemented by body wings crafted from walnut and wenge with a quilted maple cap, this bass delivers a rich, resonant foundation with striking aesthetics. The 34" scale and wenge fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets provide effortless playability, while the Tobias Asym profile neck ensures a comfortable grip. Designed for uncompromising performance, this bass is equipped with high-end components like Gotoh tuners and a Babicz bridge for precision and reliability.

Bartolini Pickups for Unmatched Clarity

The Tobias Classic IV is equipped with active Bartolini humbuckers, engineered to deliver exceptional clarity and balance across the frequency spectrum. These pickups produce articulate lows, punchy mids, and shimmering highs, making it effortless to dial in your ideal tone. The onboard 18V preamp ensures dynamic responsiveness, giving bassists complete tonal control for live performances or studio recordings. Paired with intuitive controls for Volume, Bass, Mid, Treble, and Blend—as well as a Mid Frequency switch—this configuration allows precise sculpting of your sound. The result is a bass that delivers clarity and depth, even in the most demanding musical situations.

Babicz Bridge for Enhanced Sustain

This bass features the Babicz FCHZ4GD bridge, a design renowned for its exceptional stability and tonal enhancement. The bridge's innovative Full Contact Hardware system optimizes string-to-body connection, ensuring maximum resonance and sustain. Precise intonation adjustments allow players to fine-tune their setup for perfect pitch across the fretboard. The lightweight construction enhances the instrument's balance, while gold plating provides a sleek visual complement to the high-end tonewoods. Together, these features make the Tobias Classic IV a reliable choice for bassists seeking consistent performance and enduring tonal richness during sessions or gigs.

Walnut, Wenge, Quilted Maple and Purpleheart Make the Perfect Combination of Tonewoods

The Tobias Classic IV's choice of tonewoods ensures both tonal richness and structural durability. Its multi-layer construction includes walnut and wenge body wings topped with a quilted maple cap for added resonance and visual appeal. The 5-piece neck-through design, crafted from hard maple and purpleheart, offers superior stability and enhances sustain. A wenge fingerboard with a bone nut provides smooth playability and consistent tone, while the gold knurled knobs and Gotoh tuners ensure reliable performance under demanding conditions. This meticulous attention to materials makes the bass a standout instrument for players prioritizing tonal integrity and long-term reliability.

Built for Bassists Who Demand Precision

The Tobias Classic IV combines professional-grade features with ergonomic design to meet the needs of discerning bassists. Its Tobias Asym neck profile ensures comfort during extended performances, while the 34" scale length accommodates smooth transitions across the fretboard. Lightweight yet durable, this bass is ideal for gigging musicians and studio professionals who demand consistent tone and reliable performance. Whether crafting intricate grooves or driving bold basslines, the Tobias Classic IV inspires creativity and precision every step of the way.

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Brand
Model
  • Classic IV
Finish
  • Satin Natural
Categories
Finish Style
  • Satin
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
Neck Material
  • Purpleheart
  • Maple
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Body Material
  • Walnut
Wood Top Style
  • Quilted
Active Preamp
  • Active Preamp
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Active Pickups
Offset Body
  • Offset Body
Top Material
  • Maple
Color Family
  • Tan
  • Natural
Fretboard Material
  • Wenge
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Scale Length
  • 34"
Number of Frets
  • 24

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