Ashdown The Saint Avant-5 (5-String) - matte black

Discover the ASHDOWN The Saint Avant-5 (Matte Black) five-string solid-body electric bass, a unique and versatile instrument that is sure to appeal to musicians of all levels, from beginners to experienced players.

Overview

The ASHDOWN The Saint Avant-5 combines modern aesthetics with classic features while incorporating contemporary elements, such as a 24-fret multi-scale neck. This model easily adapts to different musical styles, all while remaining affordable.

A Multi-Scale Fretboard for Unlimited Playing Possibilities

The multi-scale fingerboard design with fanned frets offers several advantages:

• Optimized string tension for modern tunings (down-tuning) while ensuring perfect intonation.
• Reduced muscle and tendon strain for increased playing comfort.

Carefully crafted for exceptional tone

The Ashdown Saint Avant is crafted from high-quality materials:

• A body with a thickness of 40 mm made from poplar, an economical alternative to alder.
• Roasted maple neck and fingerboard, ensuring an elegant appearance as well as improved stability and resonance.
• Stainless steel frets offering durability and tonal clarity.

The torrefaction process helps improve stability and sustain, and protects the instrument from temperature and humidity fluctuations.

A rich tonal palette thanks to a set of high-quality pickups

Equipped with three J-Bass-style pickups featuring AlNiCo V magnets, the Saint Avant-5 lets you explore a wide range of tones, from warm vintage sounds to more percussive and glossy tones.

Optimal ergonomics for a quick and comfortable feel

With a C-shaped neck profile and a 350 mm radius, the ASHDOWN The Saint Avant-5 ensures easy access to high notes, offering a pleasant and intuitive playing experience.