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Description
Meet the Charvel Pro-Mod San Dimas Bass PJ IV - Metallic Black, a bass guitar that's a nod to the past with a firm foot in the present. This 4-string bass is designed for the seasoned player who demands an instrument that offers more than just good looks. With its sleek alder body inspired by the original Charvel San Dimas basses of the late '70s, this bass comes with a modern twist. The super-thin bolt-on speed neck with graphite reinforcement offers comfortable playing, even at faster tempos.
At its heart is the DiMarzio pickups—a Model JTM at the bridge for a well-rounded punch and a Model P® in the middle for warm and fat tone with a growling mid-range when pushed. The Charvel Pro-Mod San Dimas Bass PJ IV is equipped with a master volume, pickup blend, and an active 3-band EQ, allowing you to shape your tone to perfection.
The bass incorporates a Charvel HiMass™ bridge and Graph Tech® TUSQ® XL nut that combines for incredible tuning stability, improved note punch, and enhanced sustain. All these features are housed in a metallic black body that's both eye-catching and functional with a deep cutaway for effortless upper-register access.
Key Features:
- Sleek alder body inspired by the original Charvel San Dimas basses of the late '70s
- Super-thin bolt-on speed neck with graphite reinforcement
- Powerhouse voice of DiMarzio pickups—a Model JTM at the bridge and a Model P® in the middle
- Master volume, pickup blend, and active 3-band active EQ for versatile tone shaping
- Charvel HiMass™ bridge and Graph Tech® TUSQ® XL nut for stellar tuning stability and improved note punch
- Metallic Black finish for that extra edge on stage or in the studio
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Empire Music
Charvel Pro Mod San Dimas Bass PJ IV Bass - EMPIRE MUSIC
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PROS
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Versatile tone options with active/passive pickups and three-band EQ
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Neck is smooth, comfortable, and fast, appealing to Ibanez and Jazz bass fans
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Roasted maple neck with rolled edges enhances playability
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DiMarzio pickups deliver strong, clear, and articulate sound
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Lightweight and well-balanced, reducing fatigue during long sessions
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Unique glow-in-the-dark inlays for visibility on dark stages
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High-quality Fender Himass bridge allows easy adjustments
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Aesthetic options like mystic blue and lime green stand out visually
CONS
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Preamp is often criticized for being subpar and overly crisp
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Some units have grounding issues, causing buzz in active mode
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Inadequate shielding in electronics compartment necessitates DIY fixes
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Battery box cover and included tools are of poor quality
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G string volume drop observed when picked
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Fret sprout and neck setup issues may require professional attention
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In the official music video for "Thunder Kiss '65" by White Zombie, Sean Yseult can be seen playing a Charvel Pro-Mod San Dimas Bass PJ IV - Metallic Black at the 1:13 mark. Additionally, Sean Yseult mentioned in an interview, "J. and I both were playing Charvels at that time—we got them because Sam Ash was having a crazy sale on them right around when we were about to record, and if I remember correctly, Slayer played on Charvels then, so we thought they must be the right guitars! I was always going for a heavy but clear sound—not too bright, but also not muffled or soft."
In this picture posted August 3, 2023, we can see III using the Charvel Pro-Mod San Dimas Bass PJ IV - Metallic Black at a Sleep Token show at Budapest Park in Hungary.
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