Detail 01
23-inch scale
This is the model’s stated scale length.
Product detailSKU #1399302059815
Gold Tone23" Scale Acoustic-Electric MicroBass Natural
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Gold Tone’s right-handed MicroBass pairs a 23-inch scale with dedicated synthetic strings in an acoustic-electric bass format. It can be played acoustically or connected through its active piezo system, with master volume and separate bass and treble controls on board. The electronic tuner mutes the output while engaged, helping keep pitch adjustments silent through an amplifier. Inserting a 1/4-inch instrument cable engages the tuner and mutes the bass until the tuner button is pressed. A gig bag and 9V battery are included.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Acoustic bass playing without an amplifier, with the option to connect through the built-in piezo pickup.
- Quick pitch adjustments during amplified use, using the onboard tuner’s output-mute function.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Left-handed players; this model is right handed.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Active piezo transducer pickup
Provides onboard amplification controls and requires a 9V battery to operate.
Detail 03
Electronic tuner with mute
Engaging the tuner mutes the instrument output during pitch adjustment.
Detail 04
36-inch total length
Gives the stated overall instrument length.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The active pickup needs a 9V battery to function.
- 02When a 1/4-inch cable is inserted, the tuner engages and mutes output until disengaged.
- 03Warranty coverage is for manufacturing defects and applies to the original owner.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is a bag included?
Yes. The MicroBass includes a gig bag.
02Does the bass include a battery?
Yes. A 9V battery is included with new MicroBasses.
03How do I restore output after plugging in?
Press the tuner button to disengage the tuner; the bass output then becomes audible.
04What controls are built in?
It has master volume, independent bass and treble controls, and an electronic tuner with mute.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsPlayability
- Number of Strings
- Aquila "MicroBass" Strings (Synthetic)
- Scale Length
- 23
2 detailsBody & build
- Fingerboard Material
- Rosewood Top: Ergo-Glide Top: Bridge: Rosewood Back: Mahogany: Sides: Mahogany Finishing Touches Wood Finish: Satin: Fingerboard Inlay: Dot Parts & Hardware Nut: Bone: Tuners: Bass Tuners Strings: Aquila "MicroBass" Strings (Synthetic) Electronics Pickup: Built-in Piezo Transducer w/ Electronic Tuner and Slide Control for Volume and EQ Other Features & Options Case Options: Heavily Padded Gigbag Incl. (Show in Picture) Dimensions Scale: 23": Weight: 2.8 Lbs. Nut Width: 1-11/16": Total Length: 36"
- Color
- Natural
4 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
- false
- Source Id
- site51399302059815
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