ZVA 5
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The tried-and-true ZVA bass is back, this time with additional range! The all-new 5-string version maintains its most prominent features while providing players with an expanded scope of tonal potential. Its bolt-on hard maple neck is equipped with 21 frets, a rosewood fingerboard, a 34.5” scale, and a Duracon nut for optimal performance. The modern C-shaped neck allows for easy access to the entire fretboard while maintaining perfect comfort. The body is made of alder, offering a balanced playing experience. From a hardware standpoint, the nickel components were manufactured by Gotoh, including the machine heads and a string-through bridge setup. The bass is equipped with Vola JS5-N neck and Vola JS5-B bridge pickups, coupled with a Vola ATR-I Active 3-band EQ and a handy mini switch for seamless transition between passive and active modes. Overall, the ZVA 5-string carries on its predecessor’s legacy with extended range and accessibility for every type of bassist.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Construction: Bolt-on neck
- Body: Alder
- Neck: Maple, Vola Modern C shape (bass) 1F(21.5mm)/ 12F(24mm)
- Fingerboard : Maple/Rosewood, 9.5" Radius
- Inlays: Classic dot inlay
- Nut: 47.6mm Duracon nut with Zero Fret
- Frets/ Scale: 21 Frets/ 34.5"
- Pickups: Vola JS5 neck, Vola JS5 Bridge
- Electronics: 1 Volume, 1 Balance, Vola ATR-I Active 3band EQ, 1mini switch(passive/active)
- Hardware: Gotoh 303 SJ 5 Bass bridge w/String thru the body, Gotoh 404SJ-5(4:1) Tuners
- Strings: Daddario EXL-170-5SL 45-65-80-100-130 Super long
- Misc: 4mm Allen key for truss rod adjustment
- Country of Origin: Handmade in Japan
- Case: Vola Custom Series bass Gig bag
GOTOH BRIDGE
Known for its exceptional craftsmanship and durability, the Gotoh bridge offers impeccable intonation, enhancing overall playability, accuracy, and tone control while maintaining stable tuning.
ZERO FRET
Providing unmatched intonation, the zero fret design allows for precision set up and consistency. Intended for optimal string height and tuning stability, this system offers intentional reliability for the players experience
ALDER BODY
The ergonomic alder body is the perfect weight and construction, sitting comfortably and offering a balanced playing experience. A beveled lower cutaway provides seamless access to the entirety of the fingerboard
VOLA DESIGNED ACTIVE ELECTRONICS
With a 1-volume, 1-balance control layout and a mini switch for switching between passive and active modes, this guitar electronics setup is designed for sonic versatility. Sculpting sound is easily achieved with a 3-band active EQ provided by the Vola ATR-I system
CUSTOM VOLA PICKUPS
The Vola JS5 neck and Vola JS5 Bridge pickups are meticulously crafted to deliver a harmonically rich and versatile tonal palette for the instrument. These pickups offer clear, dynamic sound, making them a perfect choice for musicians seeking a wide range of expressive tones.
MODERN C NECK PROFILE
The Vola Modern C-shape bass neck is designed for player comfort, featuring a progressive contour from 21.5mm at the 1st fret to 24mm at the 12th fret, allowing for smooth and ergonomic playability across the entire fingerboard. This design ensures a comfortable feel, accommodating various playing styles.
