The Bottom Bump Bass by ESP Japan

Colors: Stain Natural , Black , Stain Red

he ESP Japan Bottom Bump is a high-end, Japan-made electric bass designed with a modern concept focused on resonance, ergonomics, and tonal flexibility. It features a neck-through construction combined with a complex laminated body, which enhances sustain and overall tonal depth. The compact, contoured body shape makes it comfortable to play both seated and standing, while still maintaining strong acoustic response. Equipped with a P/J pickup configuration and active 3-band EQ (ESP Cinnamon), it offers a wide tonal range suitable for various genres. The design also emphasizes tight string vibration and improved playability, especially for techniques like slapping. Overall, it’s a boutique-style instrument built for precision, versatility, and professional performance.

Specs

• Body: White Ash / Walnut / Swamp Ash laminate (approx. 40mm)
• Neck: 7-piece Hard Maple / Walnut / Paduak (Neck-through-body)
• Neck Shape: Thin U
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 864mm (34")
• Radius: 240R
• Frets: 21 (Jescar FW55090-NS)
• Nut: Bone, 38mm
• Bridge: Gotoh 404BO-4
• Tuners: Gotoh GB-707E
• Pickups: ESP Custom Lab P (neck) + J (bridge)
• Electronics: Active 3-band EQ (ESP Cinnamon) + EQ bypass switch
• Controls: Master Volume, PU Balancer, EQ
• Hardware Color: Black
• Strings: .045–.105 (factory set)

Owner's manual