Fender California Deluxe Kingman Bass CE Electro-Acoustic Bass, Black (NEW)
Experience premium craftsmanship and rich, dynamic sound with the California Deluxe Kingman™ Bass CE. Designed for serious musicians, this acoustic bass delivers exceptional tone and reliable performance whether composing at home or playing on stage. Its solid Sitka Spruce top combined with laminated mahogany back and sides creates a warm, balanced voice with natural resonance and clarity.
The sculpted cutaway allows easy access to higher frets, perfect for expressive solos and melodic runs. Featuring a comfortable satin mahogany neck and vintage-style frets, the bass ensures smooth playability during long sessions. The Fishman® CD-1 preamp system with onboard tuner provides dependable amplification and stage readiness.
Main Features
- Solid Sitka Spruce top with laminated mahogany back and sides for full, balanced tone
- 9.5” radius satin mahogany “C”-shape neck with vintage frets for comfortable play
- Open-gear tuning machines for stable, precise tuning
- Fishman® CD-1 preamp system with built-in tuner, volume, bass, treble, and phase controls
- Micarta® nut and saddle for maximum tonal transfer
- Phosphor bronze strings (.045-.100 gauge) delivering warm, rich sound
- Scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and tonal clarity
- Sculpted cutaway body provides effortless access to higher frets
Specifications
Series: California
Orientation: Right-hand
Colour: Black
Country of Origin: Indonesia
Neck:
- Headstock: Jazz Bass® style
- Material: Mahogany with satin urethane finish
- Shape: Slim “C”
- Fingerboard radius: 9.5” (241 mm)
- Fingerboard: Walnut with white dot inlays
- Frets: 20 vintage-style, 2mm size
- Truss rod: Dual-action with 4mm hex nut
- Nut width and material: 1.5” (38.1 mm) Micarta®
Body:
- Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Back and sides: Laminated mahogany
- Shape: Kingman™ Bass, Orchestra/Auditorium style with cutaway
- Finish: Gloss poly
- Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing
- Binding: Ivory
- Rosette: Pearloid
- Soundhole diameter: 100 mm
Hardware:
- Bridge: Modern Viking with black pins and ivory dots
- Pickguard: 1-ply ivory
- Tuners: Standard open-gear, chrome finish
- Strap buttons: Chrome
- Strings: Phosphor bronze (.045–.100 gauge)
Electronics:
- Fishman® CD-1 preamp with volume, bass, treble, tuner, and phase controls
Choose the California Deluxe Kingman™ Bass CE to elevate your acoustic bass performance with professional tone, refined playability, and reliable electronics.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What type of wood is used for the body of the bass?
The California Deluxe Kingman™ Bass CE features a solid Sitka Spruce top with laminated mahogany back and sides, delivering a rich and balanced acoustic tone.
➤ Does this bass have onboard electronics?
Yes, it is equipped with a Fishman® CD-1 preamp system including volume, bass, treble, tuner, and phase controls for reliable amplification and easy stage setup.
➤ What is the neck shape and playability like?
The bass has a slim “C”-shaped, satin-finished mahogany neck with a 9.5” fingerboard radius and vintage-style frets, designed for comfortable, smooth playing.
➤ Is there easy access to the higher frets?
Yes, the Kingman™ Bass body features a sculpted cutaway to provide effortless access to the upper frets for expressive playing.
➤ What kind of strings does it come with?
This bass is strung with phosphor bronze strings in gauges .045 to .100, offering a warm and full-bodied tone right from the start.
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This is brand new item and comes with a full UK warranty and VAT receipt.
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About Us
absolutemusic was set up over ten years ago by a group of passionate audio professionals who wanted to deliver better service and greater savings on music gear than could be found anywhere else.
We’ve since grown into one of the UK’s leading music retailers and we've recently moved into a huge new two-storey superstore boasting three massive guitar display walls and dedicated departments for drums, guitars, DJ, live sound, synths & keyboards, hi-tech and accessories. We also have four guitar booths, two soundproofed drum booths, an in-house Guitar Workshop and a unique monitor-auditioning studio designed by acoustician Andy Munro.
Next door is our café and complex of rehearsal and tuition studios available for hire seven days a week, where we also run regular workshops, instrumental lessons, demo events and recording sessions. Soon to be added is a professional recording studio and control room.
Every member of our 50-strong absolutemusic team is an experienced musician or engineer who can offer you accurate, expert advice on anything from vintage guitars to the latest software. We pride ourselves on always recommending the right products for the job, most of which can be sent out on next-day delivery!
As well as our busy sales and studio departments, we have a super-supportive Technical Support department who can offer advice and help with your gear, and a flexible Hire Department offering a wide range of gear available for your upcoming events.
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