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The Ortega D538 Medium Scale Electro Acoustic Bass is a sublime natural beauty that exudes a truly enchanting sound. Its stunning spruce top makes for the ultimate soundboard, delivering exceptional dynamics and wonderfully crisp clarity, so even when unplugged, you can count on a dynamic, immersive acoustic tone. You'll then have mahogany back and sides providing added depth and warmth - the ultimate sonic qualities for a dazzling bass tone.
Loaded onto the upper bout of the grand auditorium shape is the Ortega MagusPro Bass preamp, an easy-to-use system that allows for supreme, sparkling amplification. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, every nuance of acoustic tone will be picked up on and delivered with oomph. Plus, thanks to the cutaway design of the body, you'll also be able to perform with complete effortlessness, rocketing right to the top frets without anything in your way.
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Mahogany is the kind of tonewood that lends itself to pretty much any playing style. It's the kind of tonewood that has stood the test of time. And it's here ready and waiting for you. Perfect for bass guitars, mahogany's tone has plenty of warmth and depth, giving every note the oomph it needs. Add an extra dimension to the mix, make yourself heard in any ensemble, and relish the beauty of an acoustic bass tone.
You'll then have the dazzling beauty of a solid spruce top taking centre stage in both looks and tone. Floating exquisitely from spruce are a wealth of dynamics and glistening clarity, ensuring every note reaches your audience and keeps them hooked.
The D538 Medium Scale Bass is loaded with MagusPro electronics, a system that has been specifically designed for the bass. With a 3-band EQ, 2-colour display, Phase and Volume controls, as well as an easy-to-use tuner, the preamp makes it effortless to sculpt your sound with immaculate precision. And a piezo pickup is included, ensuring all those low frequencies are responded to with clarity - a must for the bass.