Warwick 2014 Pro Series Thumb BO 4-String Bass - Natural Satin
The Warwick Thumb BO Bass - German Craftsmanship for All Playing Styles
Revolutionary Design from a Boutique Pioneer
The Warwick Pro Series Thumb BO 4-String Bass is a testament to Warwick's innovative legacy. Launched in 1985, the Thumb Bass redefined the electric bass landscape with its sleek design, unparalleled versatility, and high-performance German engineering. Handcrafted in Germany, the Thumb BO (Bolt-On) model continues this tradition with precision craftsmanship, premium tonewoods, and cutting-edge electronics that cater to every playing style.
Solid Ovangkol Body with Resonant Satin Finish
The compact, ergonomic body of the Thumb BO is carved from solid ovangkol, a tonewood renowned for its rich tonal depth and striking grain patterns. The satin finish enhances resonance while providing a comfortable playing experience. This combination creates a bass that not only looks stunning but also delivers a powerful, balanced sound across the frequency spectrum.
Fast Neck and Precision Fretwork
The bolt-on ovangkol neck, shaped in a comfortable “C" profile, is paired with a smooth wenge fingerboard for effortless playability. Warwick's proprietary Invisible Fretwork Technology (IFT) ensures that the frets are leveled to a precision of 1/100th of a millimeter, with no protrusions, guaranteeing a silky-smooth playing surface. The fluorescent side dots ensure visibility on dark stages, while the Tedur Just-A-Nut III provides precise and easy string height adjustments.
Versatile Active Electronics
The Thumb BO is equipped with active MEC J-style stacked-coil humbuckers and a bypassable MEC 2-band EQ/preamp, delivering massive tone with no noise or interference. The intuitive control layout includes:
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Volume (push-pull): Doubles as preamp bypass.
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Balance Pan Pot: Allows you to blend the pickups.
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Bass/Treble EQ: Stacked for quick tonal adjustments.
This combination offers unmatched flexibility, allowing players to craft the perfect tone for any genre or technique, from slap-and-pop to fingerstyle and flatpicking.
Built for Modern Players and Environmental Responsibility
Warwick's commitment to quality extends to its environmental practices, as the company operates as the world's first carbon-neutral music business. This attention to detail ensures that every Thumb BO bass is as ethically made as it is exceptional to play.
Specifications
General:
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Number of Strings: 4
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Orientation: Right-handed
Body:
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Shape: Thumb
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Material: Solid Ovangkol
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Finish: Satin
Neck:
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Material: Ovangkol
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Shape: C
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Joint: Bolt-On
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Fingerboard: Wenge
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Radius: 20"
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Number of Frets: 24, Jumbo Brass
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Scale Length: 34"
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Nut Material: Tedur Just-A-Nut III
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Nut Width: 1.5"
Hardware:
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Bridge: Warwick 3D 2-Piece Bridge
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Tuners: Ergonomically Angled Warwick Tuners
Electronics:
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Neck Pickup: MEC Active J Stacked-Coil Humbucker
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Bridge Pickup: MEC Active J Stacked-Coil Humbucker
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Preamp: MEC 2-Band EQ (Bypassable)
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Controls:
- Volume (push-pull for preamp bypass)
- Balance
- Stacked Bass/Treble EQ
Strings:
- Warwick Black Label, .045-.105
Accessories:
This bass is in excellent condition and has undergone a full in-store professional inspection and setup. The neck is nice and straight, fits comfortably in the hand and exhibits only gentle fretwear. Cosmetically, there is a very small amount of wear to the bass side horn and to the headstock as can be seen in photos. Original gig bag and literature are included.
This bass ships fully insured with signature required.
***This item is at Five Star Guitars on consignment. As a result, all sales are final.***
