Ashdown CAPRI-GB Roasted Capri Gloss Black 4-String Electric Bass Guitar – B STOCK

Ashdown Roasted Capri Bass Guitar (AC-CAPRI-GB) – Short Scale – B-STOCK

Ashdown “The Capri” short-scale bass in Gloss Black. Inspired by the timeless style of the Ford Capri, this compact and stylish bass delivers vintage character, smooth playability, and surprisingly powerful tone in a lightweight package.

Condition Note:
This instrument is fully functional and sounds fantastic, but please note it has chipped paint and cosmetic wear. This is a great opportunity to grab a high-spec short-scale “workhorse” bass at a discounted price if you don’t mind a bit of relic character. Please see photos for detailed views of the finish wear.

Key Features:

Tone: Equipped with chrome-covered Alnico soapbar pickups and passive electronics, delivering warm lows, punchy mids, and articulate highs with a rich vintage-inspired voice.

Neck: Features a Roasted Maple neck and fretboard for enhanced stability, resonance, and a smooth playing feel.

Playability: Comfortable 30-inch short scale design with 19 frets, ideal for players wanting effortless reach and fast playability without sacrificing tone.

Hardware: Vintage-style chrome hardware with matching gloss black headstock for a sleek retro-modern aesthetic.

Technical Specs:

• Scale Length: 30”
• Frets: 19
• Neck Wood: Roasted Maple
• Fretboard: Roasted Maple
• Pickups: Alnico Soapbar Humbuckers
• Electronics: Passive
• Finish: Gloss Black
• Headstock: Matching Finish
• Inlays: Black Dot (6mm)

Players on Reddit have praised the Capri for its “huge” short-scale tone, smooth roasted maple neck, and strong midrange presence that sits well in a mix.