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A Classic Reborn
In honour of the Hagström classic Swede, the Swede Bass makes a return to the Hagström line after nearly 40 years.
Featuring a short, 30.75 inch (781mm) scale length, the all mahogany set-neck Swede Bass offers enormous sustain and easy playability. One of the most important traits inherited from the Swede guitar is Hagström's classic tailpiece design with its massive blocks directly coupled to the body for optimal transmission of string energy, a key contributor to the Swede Bass’s thunderous, piano-like tones.
The pickups on the Swede Bass are derived from its not-too-distant cousin, the Viking Bass, and will delight players looking for sonic versatility; from classic to modern, these pickups deliver it all. A 3-way tone switch, another genetic contribution from the Swede Bass’ brother, grants you an easy-to-use and easy-to-play source for your next collection of great bass sounds.
On top of it all you can coil split the humbuckers to single coil mode, individually for neck and bridge pickups, by a pull on the respective Tone potentiometer knob.
The Swede Bass’ classic, single-cut design will be the perfect partner for players looking for superior tone, comfort, and sonic versatility, and is available in three classic Hagström colours: Wild Cherry Transparent Gloss, Black Gloss, or Vintage Sunburst.
SWEDE BASS STANDARDS:
H-Expander
All Hagström electric guitars and basses include their patented H-Expander truss rod. Providing tension at both ends and running the entire length of the neck, the rigid yet light-weight alloy truss rod allows for a very low action and thin neck, two factors that were instrumental in earning Hagström its reputation as the world's fastest playing guitar. The H-Expander truss rod not only provides ultimate neck stability, but it also contributes to Hagström's unique tone. Longer sustain and a round attack are some of the sonic characteristics the H-Expander™ adds to the tonal essence of Hagström.
Sustain Block Tailpiece
Hagström’s unique Sustain Block Tailpiece was the result of design work starting in 1976 and made its first appearance on Swede and Super Swede guitars produced in 1978. Since then it has been a signature feature on many of their solid body models. Each string terminates in a single, massive brass block coupled directly to the guitar’s body. The blocks are detached from one another to reduce interference between the strings, maximizing each string’s unique contribution.
Set Neck
Hagström uses a variety of different neck joints throughout their range. Their set-neck recipe is the classic and time-tested Mortise and Tenon joint, a design that most efficiently transfers string energy from neck to body, and can often only be found on more expensive custom-built guitars. A team of experienced and dedicated craftsmen hand carves every neck joint, insuring perfect execution of this traditional technique preferred by luthiers for generations
Resinator Wood
Resinator wood is a wood composite material that is both more uniform in density and more stable than any standard wood product. These characteristics eliminate dead spots or "wolf tones" sometimes associated with conventional wood fingerboards. Resinator wood has an articulate sound similar to high quality ebony, but without any of the problems associated with ebony. It provides a stable and clear tone, and also adds higher overtones and harmonics which uniquely detail each note. Like their H-Expander truss rod, Resinator wood is a major contributor to the distinctive "Hagström tone".
Hagstrom Machine Heads
Hagström models use 18:1 or 15:1 gear ratio machine heads based on their own designs to insure accurate tuning. Viking and HB series basses feature machine heads with a 17:1 gear ratio.
Specifications
| SKU |
HSSWEBBLK |
| Brand |
Hagström Guitars |
| Type |
Electric Bass Guitars |
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| Series |
Hagström Swede Bass Series |
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| Finish |
Black Gloss |
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| Body Wood |
Mahogany |
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| Body Top |
Mahogany |
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| Neck Wood |
Mahogany |
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| Construction |
Set Neck |
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| Truss Rod |
H-Expander |
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| Fretboard |
Resinator Wood |
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| Frets |
21 Frets |
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| Inlays |
Hagström Pearloid Block Inlays |
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| Scale Length |
30.75" (781 mm) |
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| Nut |
GraphTech Black Tusq XL, Nut Width is 43mm |
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| Machine Heads |
Diecast Hagström Design 21:1 Gear Ratio |
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| Bridge |
Long Travel Tune-O-Matic with Stop Tailpiece |
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| Pickups |
2x Custom 58'B |
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| Pickup Selector |
3-Way Toggle Switch |
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| Controls |
2x Volume, 2x Tone with Push/Pull for independent Coil Splits, 3-Way Sound Filter Toggle switch (centre bypass) |
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| Unique Features |
Strings: D'Addario EXP 165 (45-105) |
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| Comes with |
Hagström Hardshell Case in Tan Tolex with Hagström Logo |
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