Chowny CHB-1

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Chowny Bass CHB-1 is a Semi-Hollow construction short scale bass that is available in both left and right handed configuration.

The 2017 edition features better access to the top frets and upgraded components.

It has maple construction and an ebony fretboard with 22 frets. Two Humbucking Pickups supply a versatile sound.

This model has flamed maple top and chrome hardware.

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Chowny CHB-1 Music Styles Medley ft. Dmitry Lisenko

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Chowny CHB-1 Basses - Beautiful Semi-Hollow Tone Machines!

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Chowny CHB-1 Short Scale Bass demonstration/review by Scott Whitley

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Chowny CHB-1 Bass Demo : Wub Wub (f/t Josh Dean)

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Chowny CHB-1.

Features and functionality

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The CHB-1 offers a 30.7" scale, providing a warm, dubby tone ideal for psychedelic/prog rock.
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Owners appreciate the smooth playability of the short scale, likening it to the instrument playing itself.
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CHB-2 is more neck-heavy with pickups balanced toward the neck, catering to players uncomfortable with short scales.
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Value and pricing

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B-stock CHB-1 models are available at a reduced price due to minor cosmetic issues, offering a cost-effective option.
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Build quality

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The CHB-1 features a light weight that enhances playability, making it comfortable for extended sessions.
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User experience

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Despite production delays, some buyers received a bonus Bass-mosphere pedal as compensation for waiting.
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The purple finish is divisive; some find it less appealing and would prefer a natural wood color.
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mix_music

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about 5 years ago

Great build quality and materials! Crap parts.

this bass is an amazing mod platform. its very nice looking, the tuners are pretty good, the neck is stable. but the electronics are just complete utter garbage, the bridge is also notoriously terrible. you will also have to ground the strings yourself, because apparently they don't do that at the factory

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Singer Guitarist Bassist

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Rock Blues Funk / Soul

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Davie504

Bassist

Verified via YouTube

In this video Davie tries his new bass which was an Orange CHB-1 Bass.

Rob Scallon

Singer, Guitarist

First Of October

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Rob can be seen playing this bass in his "Half Hour of Bass Guitar" video. He can be seen playing the Purple Burst Famed Maple version of this bass.

"Love this bass. And how I ended up with it is a bit of an interesting story. I was watching a Davie504 video and I commented "hollow body basses are so cool"... or something along those lines. And then the company who made the bass in that video as well as this one reached out to me and asked if I wanted one! So thanks for that Chowny!"

Davide Biale

Guitarist, Bassist

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Davide Biale, known as Davie504, frequently uses the Chowny CHB-1 bass guitar. He notably played a purple version in his "TRANCE MELODIC BASS SOLO" video on YouTube, as well as in his "Bass Battle" with Rob Scallon.