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Description

The Aria Pro II Cardinal Bass stands as a testament to the fusion of classic design and modern playability. Ideal for both emerging and seasoned bassists, this electric bass guitar delivers a balanced tone that fits seamlessly into a variety of musical genres. With its dual humbucking pickups, it offers a rich, full-bodied sound that retains clarity and depth across all frequencies, making it perfect for both studio sessions and live performances.

Crafted with a solid alder body, the Cardinal Bass provides not only a robust structure but also a warm resonance that enhances its sonic output. The maple neck ensures smooth playability and enduring comfort during extended practice or performance periods. Its rosewood fingerboard is adorned with dot inlays, offering a sleek aesthetic while facilitating quick, accurate finger positioning.

Equipped with a 3-way selector switch, this bass allows players to effortlessly toggle between different tonal options, ensuring versatility in any musical context. The volume and tone controls are intuitively placed for easy adjustments, enabling on-the-fly modifications to suit your musical expression.

Whether you're laying down the groove in the studio or commanding the stage, the Aria Pro II Cardinal Bass is designed to meet the demands of today's versatile bass players.

Key Features:

  • Dual humbucking pickups for enhanced tonal range
  • Solid alder body with a maple neck for durability and comfort
  • Rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays
  • 3-way selector switch for versatile sound options
  • Intuitive volume and tone controls
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Aria Pro II Cardinal CSB450 bass performed by Victor Levchenko

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Victor Levchenko

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Aria Pro II Cardinal Bass.

User experience

  • Owners appreciate the Cardinal's surprisingly loud and full neck pickup, which outperforms the bridge pickup in volume and depth of sound.

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  • Owners note the bass is exceptionally lightweight, making it easy to play standing with a wide strap without balance issues.

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Use cases and applications

  • The medium 32" scale and lightweight body are ideal for singers who also play bass, providing comfort and ease of handling.

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  • The bass handles distortion effects exceptionally well, providing a warm and powerful sound that's ideal for rock genres.

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Comparisons

  • The Cardinal bass is noted for its distinctive look and sound, making it a standout choice over Fender clones for players seeking uniqueness.

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  • Some players prefer the CSB-380's smaller machine heads over the oversized ones found on many professional basses for a sleeker appearance.

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Value and pricing

  • Aria Pro II Cardinal Basses are described as underrated gems, especially when found at a bargain price, offering solid value for money.

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Build quality

  • The finish on these basses holds up remarkably well over time, maintaining a sleek appearance despite their age.

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Features and functionality

  • Despite its bolt-on neck, the bass gives a neck-thru look and feel, which is appreciated for both aesthetics and playability.

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See how Kim Deal uses Aria Pro II Cardinal Bass

Kim Deal

Singer, Guitarist

Pixies

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Originally her sister Kelley's bass, Kim borrowed it when she joined The Pixies and used it as her main bass on Come On Pilgrim and Surfer Rosa. It was replaced (possibly returned to Kelley) by a Fender '62 Reissue Bass.

See how Dan Brown uses Aria Pro II Cardinal Bass

Dan Brown

Bassist

Royal Trux

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Brown played a modified fretless Aria Pro II bass with ‘68 Comeback.

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