Ash is a popular wood used in electric guitar bodies, prized for its bright tone, snappy attack, and resonant sustain. It comes in two main types: northern (hard) ash, which is denser and delivers a sharper, more pronounced sound, and swamp (soft) ash, known for its lighter weight and slightly warmer tone. Ash often features beautiful, open grain patterns, making it a favourite for transparent finishes like sunburst or natural. Tonally, it’s great for clarity and articulation—perfect for funk, country, and clean blues styles—though it’s also versatile enough for rock and beyond.
The bass guitar is the backbone of many musical styles, delivering the low-end power that holds everything together. Designed to play deep, resonant notes, it typically has four strings—though five- and six-string models are also popular—and comes in both fretted and fretless versions. Bass guitars can be electric or acoustic, with solid or hollow bodies, and are used across genres from rock and funk to jazz and reggae. In this category, you’ll find a wide selection of bass guitars to suit all levels, from beginner to pro, each built to provide great tone, feel, and reliability.
A left-handed guitar is specially built for players who strum with their left hand and fret with their right. Unlike simply flipping a right-handed guitar, a true left-handed model has reversed components like the nut, bridge, and controls, ensuring proper intonation and playability. They’re often harder to find, with fewer models and colour options available, making the hunt part of the journey for many lefty players. Despite the challenge, playing a guitar that’s built specifically for your dominant hand can make all the difference in comfort, technique, and expression.
Swamp ash is a lightweight tonewood commonly used for electric guitar bodies, especially by brands like Fender. It is prized for its bright, balanced sound with strong mids and a slightly scooped low end, giving guitars a snappy, punchy tone that cuts through a mix. The wood’s light weight also makes instruments comfortable to play for long periods. Visually, swamp ash often features an attractive grain pattern that looks great with translucent finishes, making it a popular choice for both tone and aesthetics.
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Sire is a music company best known for its high-quality yet affordable electric bass and guitar instruments. Originally founded by Larry DiMarzio and later rejuvenated through a collaboration with legendary bassist Marcus Miller, Sire has built a strong reputation for producing instruments that offer professional-level features without the premium price tag. The brand’s rise to prominence came particularly through the Sire Marcus Miller bass line, which gained popularity among both beginners and seasoned musicians for its build quality, versatile tone options, and stylish design.
In addition to bass guitars, Sire also makes electric and acoustic guitars, including collaborations with artists like Larry Carlton, a renowned jazz-fusion guitarist. These guitars are praised for their smooth neck profiles, reliable electronics, and classic aesthetics reminiscent of vintage Fender-style models. Sire’s focus on player comfort, quality components, and value has made it a go-to brand for those seeking boutique-style instruments without the boutique price, helping to democratise access to great gear.
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All-inclusive package featuring bass, amplifier, cable, strap, plectrums, and a gig bag Ideal for novices, featuring a lightweight build and a user-friendly C-shaped neck Distinctive styling, showcasing a modern dual cutaway body and a 20-fret fingerboard Fretboard and neck equipped with visual markers for easy reference
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Sealed bass tuning keys, compatible with most Ibanez/Yamaha/Schecter/Warwick/Washburn and other similar style electric/acoustic basses with a headstock tuner hole size of 14mm (9/16") 18:1 Tuning Ratio for excellent tuning accuracy and minimal slippage; Makes for a finer degree of control than lower ratios Solid and durable construction, easy to in…
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LTD 2022 Model Only 150 pieces worldwide (4 and 5 strings combined) 4-string electric bass 34" (864 mm) scale Slightly reduced J-style body with deep cutaways Snakewood top, torrified ash body Passive, hum-free Sadowsky J-style pickup (neck) Passive Sadowsky MM-style humbucker pickup (bridge) Active Sadowsky 2-band electronics (bass and treble boos…
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Left Handed Bass Kit Complete left-handed DIY Guitar Kit: Includes all essential components: high-quality wood guitar body, neck and solderless hardware for left-handed guitar players. The unfinished wood guitar body and neck offer the opportunity for a DIY paint or varnish finish according to your personal preferences Designed for left-handed guit…
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LEFT-HANDED 4/4 SIZE ELECTRIC BASS GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS: Smaller size easy to hold classic C-shape neck lightweight body to help beginners master their craft. INNOVATIVE DUAL CUTAWAY DESIGN FOR A WIDER RANGE OF MUSIC : The modern cutaway design makes it easy to play all the notes on the fretboard, including the higher frets for enhanced playability…
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