Ashdown - The Roasted Capri Gloss Black

The Ashdown The Capri electric bass is all about retro style and effective simplicity. Its short 30-inch (762 mm) scale is a game-changer for strummers who want to get into the groove, smaller bassists or anyone looking for effortless handling. The lightweight, singing poplar body hugs your chest for extended, fatigue-free sets. The screwed torrefied maple neck and 350 mm radius fingerboard glide naturally under your fingers.

Under the bonnet, a single hand-wound passive soap bar pickup with Alnico magnets does all the driving. This deliberately minimalist choice generates a fat, direct and immediately musical timbre, with no active circuit to colour the signal. The volume/tonality control gives you intuitive control over the final result. You get an organic acoustic response, with warm midrange and consistent bass that hold their own in a mix.

The look of this Capri is a strong homage to the automotive world of the 70s, with its vibrant sparkle or metallic finishes and matching headstock. The vintage chrome trim, from the bridge to the tuning machines, completes the polished look. It's the perfect tool for soul, blues rock or indie musicians who want an authentic sound that cuts through the simplest live set-up.

With its 19 frets, fixed tailpiece and low weight, this is a bass designed for action. It responds crisply to both finger-style and pick-style playing. Its stage presence is undeniable, and its ergonomic design encourages you to explore the neck with ease.