Experience Elite Craftsmanship and Thunderous Tone - The Ken Smith Tiger Elite Series BT-5TNVE Black Tiger 5-String Electric Bass Guitar in Burst
Ken Smith Basses is renowned for producing some of the finest handcrafted electric bass guitars in the world. Known for their meticulous attention to detail, exotic tonewoods, and proprietary electronics, Ken Smith basses deliver exceptional clarity, sustain, and dynamic response. Favored by professional players across jazz, fusion, R&B, and gospel, these boutique instruments offer refined playability, deep articulate low-end, and a signature hi-fi tone that stands out in any mix.
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
- Body Wings Black Tiger Elite: *Figured Walnut Top & Back with Figured Maple Core
- Finish: Catalyzed (“Conversion”) Varnish Finish.
Neck
- Neck: 5-Piece Laminated Aged Hardrock Maple & Shedua with Graphite Inlaid Bars
- Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony with Mother of Pearl Top & Side Dots
Hardware
- Hardware: Gold Smith Hardware & Dunlop "Flush Mount" Straploks
Electronics
- Electronics: "NEW" Smith B.M.T. 3-Band EQ 18-volt Circuit, 5 Knobs with Side Jack
- Internal Controls: 4-Way Adjustable Frequency DIP Switches for Each Band (All Models)
- Optional Configuration: Concentric BT/BMT Circuit with Top Jack (BT Vintage Elite Models)
Miscellaneous
Manufacturer: Ken Smith Basses
Model: 2026-BT-5TNVE-SB
SKU: I921099-N-5TNVE7074WB26-0-WHXA
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