G. Gould Hybrid Series basses combine the stability, consistency and articulate sound of Gould's graphite-neck basses with the more traditional feel, comfort and tonal warmth of wood. A combination of graphite/epoxy laminates in the maple neck add significant expressive power to what looks and feels like a traditional neck.
The satin-finish maple neck and 24-fret fingerboard provide a rigid feel, with lively resonance and presence. The active electronics package (EMG 40CSX pickups through an 18-volt EMG-BTS EQ system) offer ample tone control, headroom and sonic range. Together, you get a “wolf in sheep’s clothing” of a 5-string bass!
Additional features include lightweight alder body, chrome Gotoh Res-o-lite tuners and 35" scale—standard on all Gould 5-string basses, for better tuning stability and presence on the low B string. Great tone to match the great look. A deluxe soft-sided case is included. Weighs 8lbs 5oz.
*If you’re not familiar with G. Gould, Geoff Gould is known as “the Godfather of Graphite.” As founder and president of Modulus Graphite, Geoff introduced the world to carbon fiber composite-neck basses. Now he’s crafting spectacular instruments with his eponymous G.Gould Music brand.
Features • Lightweight Alder body • Midnight Purple Metallic high-gloss finish • Maple neck (Graphite reinforced) • Maple fingerboard • 35” scale, 24 frets • 1.9375” molded nut • PLEK computerized fret mill • EMG X active pickups/electronics package • EMG-CSX-GG neck pickup (one magnet removed from CS humbucker for higher dynamic range) • EMG-CSX in in bridge position • EMG-BTS EQ • Master Volume/Blend/Bass/Treble controls • Chrome ABM aluminum bridge • Chrome Gotoh Res-O-Lite tuners • 18V power, Gotoh Quick-Change battery holder • Serial No: 1515 • Deluxe OnStage soft case
Why We Like G. Gould Basses
Our G. Gould basses turn heads. The workmanship is first-class; the finish and sound are outstanding; and Geoff’s innovative contributions to the bass world speak for themselves. These are custom instruments, in every sense. We’re proud to be one of just a few stores carrying this elite brand.
