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The Gallup show
He's a legend. As bassist of The Cure, Simon Gallup has more than earned his place in the rock hall of fame. Being a member of one of the biggest bands in the world, his basslines have reached and inspired millions of people, and his signature bass guitar shines with artistry fitting of such an icon. With this powerful instrument, you'll be able to bring out the best of your musicianship.
The EMG effect
Empower your basslines. The pair of EMG TBHZ humbuckers on this beautiful instrument will pump pure energy into your music. With a high output, active voicing, they're as dynamic as they are powerful, and they'll give you total control over your sound. Whether you want your basslines to be loud and punchy or smooth and subtle, you can dial in your own sound as you see fit.
The humbucker in the bridge position is tight and bright, making each note you play sound sharp and prominent. It's perfect for pushing your basslines to the front of the mix. Then there's the neck pickup, which helps your basslines blend in with a softer voicing and fat, beefy tone. Your music will be invigorated.
Sublime neck
It's a pleasure to play. Made from maple and walnut, the sweet neck which adorns this guitar offers a wealth of benefits for any bass player. It's smooth – you'll have no trouble flying up and down the fretboard. It's bright – the resonance brings out punch and brightness in your notes, adding crispness and detail. And a thin C shaped neck feels superbly comfortable in your hands. It's designed to completely free your playing.
Rosewood excellence
A beautiful wood. Rosewood is popular amongst bassists for its warm, balanced tone and exceptional playability. Your fingers will slide across its surface without resistance, and your notes will have a resounding fatness. Along with the neck-thru design, it also offers plenty of sustain, helping you ensure that each bassline rings out for as long as it needs to.
Prepare for the stage
It's bulletproof. It may have a flashy design, but there's also plenty of substance underneath the Simon Gallup Ultra Bass. A Tune-o-Matic bridge helps to keep your tuning rock steady, so you can always sound your best. And Schecter tuners help to make tuning changes quick and easy. This is a bass guitar which is more than ready for the stage or the studio – it's destined for greatness.
Specifications
Body
- Model Name: Simon Gallup Ultra Bass
- Colour: Red and Black
- Body: Mahogany
Neck and Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Mahogany/Walnut Mutli-Ply
- Neck Shape: Thin "C"
- Scale Length: 34" (863 mm)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Inlays: Dots
- Fingerboard Radius: 16” (406mm)
- Number of Frets: 22
- Frets Size: Medium
Hardware and Electronics
- String Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq
- Nut Width: 1.496” (38mm)
- Bridge Pickup: EMG TBHZ
- Neck Pickup: EMG TBHZ
- Controls: Volume/Volume/Tone
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic & Tailpiece Bass
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Schecter
- Control Knobs: Grip Tip Speed Knob
Miscellaneous
- Strings: Ernie Ball 4 String Super Long #2849 (.045-.105)
