Fender - FA-450CE Bass - 3 - Color Sunburst #0971443032
Not just another pretty bass, the inspiring and surprisingly versatile FA-450CE makes it easy to take killer Fender bass tone and feel anywhere you go. For amplified performances. the onboard Fishman® preamp system offers crystal-clear sound along with volume, bass and treble controls to precisely shape your tone.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Solid tonewood construction for rich, resonant tone improving with age. Responsive top rewarding dynamic playing and fingerstyle technique. Natural acoustic voice connecting player to music without electronic barrier. Quality construction built for years of regular playing.
Play this guitar unplugged as much as possible - the solid wood top needs vibration to open up and mature. Daily playing accelerates this beautifully.
At this level, you get tonewoods and craftsmanship that serve you from practice through performance. An instrument that grows with you and rewards the time you invest.
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FA-450CE Bass
Features
- All-laminate construction; flame maple top
- Fishman® electronics
- Modern 2x2 headstock; Viking bridge
- Mahogany back & sides; mahogany neck
- Cream binding
FLAME MAPLE TOP
Maple gives you a clear, bright tone and the flame maple top—well that gives you a flash of attitude.FISHMAN ELECTRONICS
Fishman Electronics assure the sound is true to the instrument’s natural voice. The preamp design has a small footprint, is easy to use and delivers reliable performance.KEYSTONE INLAYS
The “keystone” inlays and rosette give this instrument a unique aesthetic appeal—perfect for the stage.
Accessories |
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| Recommened Gig Bag | FAB405 Long Scale Acoustic Bass Gig Bag, P/N 0991352406 (Not Included) | |
Body |
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| Body | Laminated Flame Maple Top with Laminated Mahogany Back and Sides | |
| Body Back | Mahogany | |
| Body Binding | Cream | |
| Body Finish | Gloss | |
| Body Material | Laminated Flame Maple Top with Laminated Mahogany Back and Sides | |
| Body Shape | Jumbo Cutaway | |
| Body Sides | Mahogany | |
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| Body Style | Jumbo | |
| Body Top | Flame Maple | |
| Bracing | Scalloped X | |
| Cutaway | Yes | |
| Rosette | FA "Keystone" design | |
Electronics |
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| Controls | Volume, Bass, Treble | |
General |
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| Color | Sunburst | |
| Orientation | Right-Hand | |
| Product Name | FA-450CE Bass, Laurel Fingerboard, 3-Color Sunburst | |
| Series | Fender Alternative | |
Hardware |
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| Bridge | Indian Laurel | |
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| Bridge Pins | White with Black Dots | |
| Hardware Finish | Chrome | |
| Pickguard | None | |
| Strings | Fender® 7060 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Bass (.045-.100 Gauges), PN 0737060400 | |
| Tuning Machines | Open-Back Geared | |
Measurements |
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| Fret Size | 2mm | |
| Scale Length | 32" (813 mm) | |
Miscellaneous |
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| Commodity Code | 9207901000 | |
Neck |
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| Fingerboard Material | Laurel | |
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| Neck Binding | Cream | |
| Neck Finish | Gloss Urethane | |
| Neck Material | Nato | |
| Number of Frets | 20 | |
| Nut Material | Graph Tech® TUSQ® | |
| Nut Width | 1.650" (42 mm) | |
| Position Inlays | Keystone Standard | |
| String Nut | Graph Tech® TUSQ® |
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