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Description
The Burns Vista Sonic Bass is an electric bass guitar renowned for its rich heritage and distinctive sound. With origins tracing back to the vibrant 1960s music scene, this bass guitar offers a blend of vintage charm and modern playability, making it a great choice for both collectors and contemporary musicians. Its Tri-Sonic pickups are a hallmark feature, offering a wide tonal range that can encompass everything from deep, resonant lows to bright, punchy highs. This versatility makes it suitable for various music genres, from rock and blues to funk and jazz.
The body of the Vista Sonic Bass is crafted with precision, ensuring a comfortable playing experience. Its neck is designed for smooth playability, allowing for effortless transitions across frets. The instrument also features a distinctive headstock design, a signature of Burns' craftsmanship, and a robust bridge system that ensures stable tuning and intonation.
Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Burns Vista Sonic Bass stands out not just for its sound, but for its aesthetic appeal, bringing a touch of retro elegance to any performance.
Key Features:
- Tri-Sonic pickups for a versatile tonal range
- Vintage-inspired design with modern playability
- Comfortable neck for smooth transitions
- Distinctive headstock and robust bridge system
- Suitable for various music genres
Videos
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Burns Vista Sonic bass 1960's repair and set-up [Gear-O-Matic truss rod]...
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Burns Vista Sonic bass 1960's repair and set-up [Gear-O-Matic truss rod]...
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GUITARE COLLECTION presents Burns Vista Sonic Bass from 1962 by Jérémie Francblum
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GUITARE COLLECTION presents Burns Vista Sonic Bass from 1961 by Jérémie Francblu
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Features and functionality
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The Burns Vista Sonic bass was used to replicate a vintage, muted 60s bass sound, akin to the muted tones on the albums TBHC and The Car.
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Setup and maintenance
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To achieve the desired tone, flatwound strings and a thin pick are essential for playing softly, complementing the bass's tonal characteristics.
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Comparisons
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The Burns Vista Sonic bass, with single coil pickups, offers a tone closer to the muted and dead bass sound of the 60s, especially when paired with a mute, overdrive, and compression.
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“I’ve been chasing down the Melody Nelson bass tone for, like, ten years now,” he says, and thinks he’s finally nailed it on Tranquility’s title track, on which he plays a tricksy line on a painstakingly sourced Burns Vista Sonic bass, close to the type played by Dave Richmond on the original Gainsbourg sessions. MOJO Magazine, 2018.
O'Malley can be seen playing a Burns Vista Sonic Bass at 2:53 of this video.
He had one in 1977, here's what he had to say about it: 'Used once on Top of the Pops - amazing growl but too bleedin' heavy. Left in Dave Higgs caravan one night. When I next asked about it he said it had got woodworm and he'd chucked it away. Likely story!'
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