Product Overview
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Description
A 4-string bass with punchy mids and smooth tonal clarity.
The Tobias Growler IV 4 string bass redefines modern bass performance with its blend of innovative features and exceptional craftsmanship. Known for its articulate midrange, smooth highs, and tight low end, this bass delivers tonal clarity and dynamic response for players seeking precision and power. Featuring a 34" scale, the Growler IV is constructed with a 3-piece hard maple neck reinforced with purpleheart and paired with a 24-fret wenge fingerboard for effortless playability. Its ultralight paulownia body boasts ergonomic contours for comfort during extended performances, while high-end hardware and advanced electronics provide reliability and sonic versatility. From the Babicz bridge to the Bartolini humbucking pickup, every detail of this bass is designed to elevate your playing experience. The included Tobias premium gig bag ensures safe transport, making the Tobias Growler IV a standout choice for bassists demanding tonal excellence and practical functionality.
Advanced Bartolini Electronics For Versatile Tone
The Bartolini quad-coil humbucking pickup on this model delivers powerful, responsive tones across the frequency spectrum. Enhanced by an innovative control setup, players can fine-tune their sound with stacked treble/bass EQ knobs for each pickup coil and two mid contour mini switches. This expansive system allows for precise adjustments, whether dialing in crisp highs, punchy mids, or deep lows. The electronics are crafted to meet the demands of professional players, ensuring every note retains clarity and definition. From studio sessions to live performances, the controls provide intuitive access to a wide range of tonal possibilities.
Babicz Bridge For Maximum Sustain
Equipped with a Babicz FCHZ4BK bridge, this bass delivers exceptional resonance and sustain by maximizing string-to-body contact. The innovative design minimizes energy loss, ensuring every vibration translates into rich, full-bodied tone. The bridge's engineering also enhances tuning stability, supporting consistent playability even under demanding conditions. Its robust black chrome plating offers durability and an aesthetic edge, making it a reliable component for frequent gigging and rigorous studio use. Combined with Gotoh tuners, the hardware ensures this instrument's stability and tonal integrity over time.
Ergonomic Paulownia Body For Lightweight Comfort
The body of the Tobias bass is crafted from paulownia, a lightweight tonewood prized for its musical properties. Ergonomically contoured and well-balanced, the design reduces fatigue during long sessions, offering excellent comfort whether standing or seated. The paulownia body complements the Growler IV's tonal characteristics, enhancing midrange articulation and dynamic response while maintaining a focused low end. Its satin natural finish adds understated elegance, ensuring the bass performs as beautifully as it looks. This thoughtful construction makes the instrument ideal for players prioritizing both comfort and tonal quality.
Designed For Precision And Playability
The Tobias Growler IV features a 3-piece neck made from hard maple and purpleheart, offering strength and stability for consistent performance. The asymmetrical neck profile ensures a natural grip, while the wenge fingerboard provides a smooth surface for fast and precise playing. With a 34" scale length and 24 frets, this bass offers extended range and flexibility for intricate runs and dynamic phrasing. The bone nut complements the overall design, maintaining clean intonation and contributing to the instrument's long-term durability.
A Bass Built For Demanding Players
The Tobias Growler IV is ideal for bassists seeking a lightweight, high-performance instrument that combines tonal clarity with ergonomic comfort. Its advanced electronics and premium hardware make it a dependable choice for live gigs, studio recordings, or intensive practice sessions. With its durable construction and included premium gig bag, this bass is ready to handle the rigors of professional use while inspiring creativity with its exceptional sound and playability.
Features:
3-piece hard maple neck with purpleheart for added stability and resonance
Wenge fretboard with 24 frets for smooth playability and tonal clarity
Bartolini quad-coil pickup delivers articulate mids and well-defined lows
Tobias Asymmetrical neck profile ensures exceptional comfort and easy playability
Lightweight paulownia body provides excellent balance and musical resonance
Babicz bridge enhances sustain and ensures precise intonation
Gotoh tuners offer reliable tuning stability for consistent performance
Stacked EQ controls allow detailed tone shaping for versatile sound options
Premium Tobias gig bag included for safe and stylish transport
Body
Shape: Tobias Bass
Material: Paulownia
Neck
Neck Wood: 3-piece Hard maple with Purpleheart Center strip
Neck Joint: Bolt-On
Scale Length: 34"
Neck Profile: Tobias Asymmetrical Neck
Fingerboard wood: Wenge
Number of Frets: 24
Nut material: Bone
Hardware
Bridge: Babicz FCHZ4BK
Knobs: Black knurled Metal
Tuners: Gotoh compact die-cast
Hardware Finish: Black Chrome
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: Bartolini Quad-coil
Controls: Master Volume
Additional Controls: Stacked Treble/Bass EQ for coil 1 and coil 2
Switches: Two Mid contour Mini switches
Other
Strings: 4
Case: Tobias Premium Gigbag
Orientation: Right Handed
