Crafted from solid ash, our 5 String Bass Kit is the perfect addition to any aspiring musician's arsenal. With a classic 5-string bass and a guitar neck cut out of maple and frets from brown blackwood, this superbly designed instrument has everything you need to hone your skills. Its glossy finish and superior craftsmanship make it a must-have for any bassist.
"A chimpanzee could learn to do what I do physically. But it goes way beyond that. When you play, you play life." - Jaco Pastorius
| Joint: |
Bolt-On (see here for more info) |
| Body: |
Ash |
| Neck: |
Maple |
| Neck Radius: |
381mm/15" |
| Fingerboard: |
Brown Blackwood |
| Tuners: |
Black Die-Cast |
| Scale: |
864mm/34" |
| Frets: |
24 |
| Fret Width: |
2.7mm/0.106" (Jumbo) |
| Pickups: |
H-H |
| Control: |
2V, 2T |
| Hardware: |
Black |
| Weight: |
4.8kg / 10.5 lbs |
An assembly guide and wiring diagram will be emailed to the email address used when placing the order.
Our growing DIY Guitar and Luthier Group is the best place to turn to for help or queries with your build.
Also, see our DIY Tips & Tricks blog for up to date info.
Which Kit is for Me? ‘Set-In’ Neck or ‘Bolt-On’ Neck
Since the birth of the first guitars, there has been the debate of ‘Set-In’ vs ‘Bolt-On’ guitars. Quite simply, the only difference is you need to glue in a ‘Set-In’ neck to the body of the guitar with wood glue and bolt on a ‘Bolt-On’ neck using screws. The debate is that Set-In holds a better tone by being part of the guitar due to the glue binding it – but the reality is that if that statement is true, you will likely only notice the difference with specialised equipment, if even noticeable at all. It’s the same debate as Superman being better than Spiderman; it’s all down to personal preference.
We offer both Bolt-On and Set-In neck guitars. Bolt-On already have the bridge and tailpiece holes pre-drilled into the body of the guitar (because we can be 100% sure of how the neck will lie). A Set-In neck requires you to glue the neck into the body of the guitar and thus we cannot be sure of even the slightest movement which will affect the placement of the bridge and tailpiece. If you choose a Set-In neck, you will have to manually determine where the best location is to drill in the bridge and tailpiece holes only once the neck is attached, and only then drill them yourself.
If you are looking for an easier build, choose a Bolt-On, if you are looking for a slightly more challenging build, choose a Set-In.
* We will not be held responsible for poor workmanship as a result of a bad build. We are however here to guide you. It is not a difficult process to do but does require some TLC. If you require help with any part of the assembly, your local music shop will be willing to help, maybe for a small fee, but it's worth it.
We store inventory in Australia, USA and South Africa. Local inventory will always be prioritised to fulfil orders, but if an item is unavailable in your country; the inventory and associated shipping charges will be calculated from the cheapest offshore warehouse.
ORDER PROCESSING:
Please allow 1x working day for us to process your order. Expect an email within 2x days to let you know that your order is on the way.
DOMESTIC SHIPPING RATES AND ESTIMATES:
We offer free local shipping on all orders over $75. For orders under $75, courier costs will be calculated at checkout.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING:
We offer international shipping to most countries.
Shipping charges for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout.
Your order may be subject to import duties and taxes (including VAT/GST), which are incurred once a shipment reaches your destination country. Afrioz Pty Ltd is not responsible for these charges if they are applied and are your responsibility as the customer.
REFUNDS, RETURNS AND EXCHANGES:
We accept returns up to 30 days after delivery, if the item is unused and in its original condition, and we will refund the full order amount minus the shipping costs for the return.
In the event that your order arrives damaged in any way, please email us as soon as possible at support@blackbeardsden.com with your order number and a photo of the item’s condition. We address these on a case-by-case basis but will try our best to work towards a satisfactory solution.
If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at support@blackbeardsden.com
We manufacture the wooden components of the guitar and all other parts are sourced from various suppliers. From time to time, we do hear of faulty parts being sent with the kits - we will replace any faulty items as soon as we're able to source a replacement. This applies to parts as well as wooden items.
We accept returns up to 30 days after delivery, if the item is unused and in its original condition. We will refund the full order amount minus the shipping costs for the return.
In the event that your order arrives damaged in any way, please email us as soon as possible at support@blackbeardsden.com with your order number and a photo of the item’s condition. We address these on a case-by-case basis but will try our best to work towards a satisfactory solution.
We are also happy to swap out returns for credit on Blackbeard's Den. This credit will not expire and can be used at any time.
If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at support@blackbeardsden.com
All parts are included in the kit and assembly instructions will be emailed to you. You will only need some basic tools to complete the kit.
We change wood types from time to time, depending on availability. The images are only a guide. Wood have live patterns and each is unique.
We cannot be held responsible for a bad build as a result of poor workmanship. We are however here to assist. It is not a difficult process but does require some TLC.
