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The Fender Starcaster Bass is a true gem for any bassist seeking both vintage charm and modern functionality. First introduced in the 1970s, the Starcaster gained a cult following with its unique design and tonal versatility. This reimagined version stays true to its roots while incorporating today's cutting-edge features, making it a standout in the Modern Player series.

With its semi-hollow offset maple body and alder center block, this bass offers improved sustain and feedback resistance, producing a full-bodied sound that is both rich and resonant. The dual Wide Range humbuckers are the heart of the Starcaster, offering a vast tonal palette from deep, punchy lows to bright, articulate highs. Whether you're playing funk, rock, or jazz, these pickups deliver a robust and dynamic performance.

The 30" scale maple neck provides a comfortable playing experience, perfect for long sessions or live gigs. Finished with a vintage-tinted C-shape profile and a bound maple fingerboard, this bass is as playable as it is eye-catching. Its bound top, back, and distinctive F-holes add to the instrument's elegant aesthetic, while the classic Starcaster headstock shape completes the retro look.

Designed for musicians who appreciate high-quality craftsmanship without breaking the bank, the Fender Starcaster Bass is an instrument that inspires creativity and delivers outstanding value.

Key Features:

Semi-hollow offset maple body with alder center block
Dual Wide Range humbuckers for a diverse tonal spectrum
30" scale vintage-tinted C-shape neck for comfortable playability
Bound maple fingerboard with 25 medium-jumbo frets
Distinctive Starcaster headstock and bound F-holes for vintage appeal
Amp-style skirted control knobs and a 4-saddle Fender Hi-Mass bridge

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender Starcaster Bass.

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Owners recommend adjusting action height to 2.5mm at the 17th fret for optimal playability, addressing typical fret buzz around the 7th fret.
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The Fender Custom Shop kit is highly recommended for comprehensive setup tools, including a string action gauge and truss rod wrench.
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The stock pickups are reported to have a warm, vintage tone, suitable for genres like classic rock and blues.
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The Starcaster bass features a heavier construction than expected, yet maintains a good balance, contrasting with its guitar counterpart which had limited prototypes.
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A dedicated bass tuner is advisable, as free apps may not accurately capture lower frequencies.
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After three months of regular play, users report a need to retighten the tuning pegs to maintain stability.
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A user notes that the Starcaster bass, while heavier, is well-balanced, indicating a difference in weight distribution compared to vintage models.
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The Coronado reissue differs from the original with a solid center block, altering its weight and sound, unlike the authentic hollow design of the '69 model.
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The Coronado's design requires specific strings due to its unique scale length and tailpiece, limiting string options to specialized orders.
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Mike Kerr

Singer, Bassist

Royal Blood

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Built custom for Mike Kerr a little before Royal Blood's performance at the Reading Festival in 2014.

It was announced through the Fender UK Twitter account, "Olympic White Starcaster Bass built for Mike Carr from @royalblooduk to debut at @OfficialRandL Festival this weekend"

The bass can be seen here being used during "Ten Tonne Skeleton" at Royal Blood's Reading Festival performance on August 29th, 2015.

The bass was created by Kyle Hodder (https://twitter.com/Fender_RND and https://www.instagram.com/fender_rnd/) along side Mike.