MTD Tobias Design Artist Bass Guitar, Amber

MTD Tobias Design Artist Bass Guitar, Amber

The MTD Kingston Artist basses were created for the player who is looking for the aggressive sound of the large pole, dual humbucking pickups made popular in the 70's and 80's. A perfect companion to your "J" Bass or "P" Bass, the Artist incorporates many of the superior design elements found on MTD's revered American series of instruments - but at a fraction of the cost. Carefully constructed using high quality Basswood, Eastern Hard Rock Maple and beautifully finished in a stunning high gloss, the Kingston Artist was equipped to meet the demands of any serious player.

Specifications

- 34" scale 4-string
- 24 medium jumbo frets
- Zero fret 1-1/2" wide, 4-string
- One-piece neck with satin polyester finish
- Carved Basswood body
- MTD quick release bridge, 3/4" (19mm) spacing
- Double-action truss rod
- Neck Options:available in Maple, Rosewood, or Ebonol (fretless only)
- Four controls:volume plus 3 band EQ
- MTD exposed pole alnico MM pickups
- Shielded electronics compartment
- Buzz Feiten Tuning System

The Man Behind MTD - Michael Tobias

Michael Tobias began his career by doing repairs in The Guitar Shop in Washington D.C in 1974. The early experiences that he gained by fixing a wide variety of instruments, most of them being acoustic, helped him later go one to design and build some of the most impressive electric basses in the world. "The most important thing I learned is that, no matter what the instrument is, it is first and foremost acoustic. If an instrument sounds weak acoustically, adding pick-ups will just amplify its shortcomings," says Michael. "Throughout my career I have tried to apply this principal to everything I build."

Michael's prestigious American MTD basses are incredible instruments that have drawn praise all over the world. Known for their exotic woods, fantastic tone and incredible playability, MTD basses bring out the best in those who play them.

Driven by a desire to offer superb electric basses at a price that everyone can afford, Michael created the MTD Kingston series of basses, which are carefully manufactured to his exact specifications in Korea. MTD Kingston basses share many of the same design elements and qualities as his handmade American basses, but at a much lower price.

Michael Tobias is a legend in the bass community who's talent and commitment to quality have advanced the art of bass building to a great degree.