Chowny SWB-1 Active Bass, Black

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Key Features

  • Distinctive feel and short-scale construction, designed in conjunction with Scott Whitley
  • Superb tonal versatility at the hands of two Chowny-X Jazz pickups
  • Sleek maple neck and ebony fretboard provide effortless playing comfort
  • Sculpt your sound to perfection with integrated bass and treble controls

Chowny SWB-1 Active Bass, Black Overview

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No limits. The Chowny SWB-1 Active Bass takes the concept of the short-scale bass (that it's for students and doesn't offer much in versatility) and turns it on its head. Designed in collaboration with 'Big Country' and former 'The Animals' bassist, Scott Whitley, the SWB-1 provides you with a versatile, modern sound in a design crafted for professional performance. A stunning ash body, maple neck, and sleek ebony fretboard, gifts players with unparalleled comfort and control. So you can practise and perform for endless hours without any cramp or strain, making the most of your playing time.


But where this bass truly shines is in its sound. A pair of Chowny-X Jazz pickups offer all the punch and clarity you'd expect out of a classic bass, but with both active and passive modes for exceptional versatility. Topped off with a set of bass and treble knobs for total control of your sound, the Chowny SWB-1 presents an instrument of limitless potential. No matter your style, it simply excels.

Product Ref: 158201

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A short-scale bass designed for everyone

Chowny collaborated with Big Country bassist Scott Whitley (formerly The Animals) to create the perfect short-scale bass suitable for everyone. Traditionally, the short-scale bass is largely associated with student basses, offering a limited, muddy tone and not much else. Scott's signature Chowny bass was designed to change that concept.

Short scale basses are perfect for players looking for comfort and ease of use. Its slightly smaller neck makes fretwork effortless, letting your fingers dance easily across the entire fingerboard. It also provides a 'slinky' feel that's ideal for delivering excellent vibrato and lead lines. The SWB-1 takes all that and enhances it with a versatile, modern tone and a professional performance.

Unmatched versatility

There's more to the SWB-1 than meets the eye. Because this is a bass that can handle any genre. Thanks to a pair of Chowny-X Jazz single-coil pickups, players are gifted with a bright, punchy tone of elite clarity. The angled design allows for a more fluid transition between low and high strings, keeping your playing consistent and tight.

But the secret to the SWB-1's immense versatility is the active and passive switch. Whether you want the more crisp, driven sound of an active preamp behind your playing, or prefer the more natural qualities of a passive system - the SWB-1 lets you alternate between the two with a single switch. What's more - there's a bass and treble control within the preamp for you to sculpt your tone to your personal taste. Your sound, your way.

Superior performance

Play to perfection. With the sleek maple neck on this finely crafted bass, you'll be able to make your basslines flow into each other smoothly and with precision. From the excellent attention to detail to the super comfortable surface – this bass has everything you need to express yourself on the instrument freely. The maple wood also contributes a touch of brightness to its overall tone, giving your notes that extra definition and punch. It'll inspire you.

Let your fingers glide. An ultra-smooth ebony fingerboard allows for smooth transitions between frets. So whether you're slapping, playing octaves, or simply riffing away – you can trust that each movement will be fluid and precise. Hit the heights of performance, with a bass that knows what's required for elite playability.

Specifications

  • Model Name: Chowny SWB-1 Active Bass, Black
  • Model Code: SWB-1-BLK

Body & Bridge

  • Body: Ash
  • Bridge: Fixed w/Individual String Saddles
  • Construction: Bolt-On
  • Colour: Black

Neck & Fingerboard

  • Neck: Maple
  • Scale Length: 30.75"
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Frets: 24
  • Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dots

Electronics & Hardware

  • Pickups: Chowny-X Single-coil Jazz Pickups
  • Electronics: Active EMG 2-Band EQ
  • Controls: Pickup Selector, Volume, Bass, Treble, Active/Passive Switch
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Case Included: No