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Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4

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Dive into the rhythmic depths with the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4, a masterpiece that resurrects the golden era of electric basses with a modern twist. This instrument isn't just about its striking looks; it's a beacon of tonal diversity, blending vintage vibes with the reliability today's musicians demand. Whether you're a fingerstyle enthusiast, a pick player, or somewhere in between, the Longhorn Bass 4 offers a unique canvas to paint your musical expressions. Its short-scale design and deep horn cutaways ensure comfort and accessibility to all 24 frets, making it a dream for extended-range playability.

What sets the Longhorn Bass 4 apart is its dual Lipstick pickup configuration, delivering that fat, vintage tone that can whisper or roar depending on your needs. It's versatile enough to cater to the punchy, upright-style sound with flatwound strings or the gritty rock edge with roundwounds. Coupled with its dual-action truss rod and high-quality production standards, this bass is not just an instrument; it's a reliable companion for your musical journey. Beyond its sound and playability, the Longhorn Bass 4 is a statement piece that stands out in both aesthetics and performance.

Key Features:

Dual Lipstick pickups provide vintage single-coil tone with impressive output
Comfortable playability with 24 frets on a short-scale design
Deep horn cutaways for full fretboard access
Dual-action truss rod for lifetime neck stability
Vintage-style pau ferro saddle enhances the classic sound
Aluminum string nut for clear, sustaining tones
Stacked volume and tone knobs for precise sound shaping
Maple neck and pau ferro fretboard for reliability and comfort

Product specs

Number of Strings	4
Left-/Right-handed	Right-handed
Body Shape	Longhorn Doublecut
Body Material	Hardboard/Plywood
Body Finish	Gloss Polyester
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Shape	C
Radius	14"
Fingerboard Inlay	Dots
Number of Frets	24
Scale Length	29.75"
Nut Width	1.650"
Nut Material	Aluminum
Bridge/Tailpiece	Traditional with Pau Ferro Saddle
Tuners	Die-cast
Neck Pickup	Lipstick Single-coil
Bridge Pickup	Lipstick Single-coil
Controls	2 x stacked volume, 2 x stacked tone
Strings	D'Addario, .045-.100
Case/Gig Bag	Sold Separately

FAQs

What kind of tone can I expect from the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 pickups?: The Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 features dual Lipstick single-coil pickups, known for delivering a bright, jangly tone with a clear low end, making it ideal for genres like rock, blues, and surf music.
Is the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 suitable for beginners?: Yes, the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 is suitable for beginners due to its lightweight body and short 29.75" scale length, which makes it easier to handle and play.
What is the neck profile of the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4?: The Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 has a C-shaped maple neck, providing a comfortable grip for most players and allowing for smooth playability across all 24 frets.
Does the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 come with a case or gig bag?: No, the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 does not come with a case or gig bag; these must be purchased separately to protect your instrument during transport.
How does the body material affect the sound of the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4?: The hardboard/plywood body of the Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 contributes to its distinctive resonant tone, offering a unique sound character that sets it apart from traditional wood-bodied basses.

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PROS

Extremely lightweight for comfortable long sessions
Short scale ideal for guitarists transitioning to bass
Delivers a classic 60s and 70s rock sound
Surprisingly good intonation despite period-correct bridge
Neck offers comfortable playability
Responsive pickups with a unique vintage tone
Ideal for studio work, cuts through mixes effectively
Fast action and easy maneuverability in the studio
Attractive, authentic vintage aesthetic
Great value for its distinctive sound and playability

CONS

Plastic knobs feel flimsy and unreliable
Small tuning machines are difficult to grip and may not withstand string tension
Bridge and tuners designed for guitar, not optimal for bass string tension
Some units have issues with tone control circuit and pickup output
Bridge plate may collapse under string tension
May require modifications for optimal performance, such as strap locks and upgraded strings

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The Longhorn's lipstick pickups deliver a vintage tone, emphasizing bassy and soft sounds with noticeable finger noise and plucking nuances.
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The Longhorn's neck joint might impede high fret access, noted as a challenge for players aiming for upper register play.
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Some users claim the Longhorn, when set up correctly, can mimic the overtone chime of a Rickenbacker bridge pickup.
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Some owners liken the Longhorn's tone to a "chonky" sound, contrasting it with the more traditional tones of a P-Bass.
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The Longhorn is noted for its lightweight, hollow body, contributing to its ease of handling and comfortable playability.
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The Longhorn's horns have been humorously referenced for potentially snapping, though a decade-long owner reports no such issues, highlighting durability concerns as largely unfounded.
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The Longhorn's sound and feel have historical significance, being used by iconic bassists like John Entwistle and Jack Bruce in the '60s.
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The Longhorn is particularly favored for its light weight and short scale, making it suitable for smaller bassists or guitarists transitioning to bass.
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Owners report that the Longhorn is often strung with flatwound strings, contributing to its characteristic sound.
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Despite its polarizing design, the Longhorn is praised for its smooth, fast neck, making it an accessible choice for players.
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Its lightweight construction is frequently praised, with some players noting the Longhorn's acoustic loudness as surprisingly robust when played unplugged.
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Matt Sharp

Bassist

Weezer

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"Matt then bought a new Jerry Jones hollow body 'longhorn' bass, in celeste green. Unfortunately, he soon found out that it wasn't useful in live performance, as it wasn't possible to intonate it to "E Flat" tuning, and thus had to be tuned to E Flat 'against its will'. So it went out of tune fast." - Karl Koch, weezer.com

"MS: And then I bought a Jerry Jones bass at some point. It was a Danelectro copy, a Longhorn type of thing. There was like a little group of bass players from bands that Weezer was playing with, local bands in LA. And those guys would all give me a little bit of a hell for the Jerry Jones bass cause they would go like ‘ Oh, that’s not a man’s bass!’. You know, it’s a teal-looking, very fragile kind of thing. It sounded really cool but it didn’t take a lot of abuse, you know. And so they would stand right in front of me when Weezer was playing and they were like, kind of like, back when 10 or 15 people that would come out, and they would just stand right in front of us and go, ‘Come on!’ And kind of challenge your manhood or your something, or whatever. And there was always this kind of an inside joke about taming the instrument, you know, kind of doing that Mike Watt kind of style of just being really… just really, taking that bass, and taming it, and all that kind of stuff. Cause we were all just a bunch of barbaric sort of, you know, cavemen-like bass players." - Matt Sharp

Garry Tallent

Bassist

E Street Band

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As mentioned in this blog, used on the recording for Bruce Springsteen's "Magic".

Stephen Pope Jr.

Bassist, Composer

Wavves

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Stephen Pope Jr. is shown with a Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4 in an Instagram post by @steviepopjr, highlighting its occasional use during his tours with Wavves and Jay Reatard.

Chiyo Kamekawa

Bassist

Yura Yura Teikoku

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In this photo, Chiyo Kamekawa is playing a Jerry Jones Longhorn Bass 4. Based on the logo on the headstock, it appears to be made by Jerry Jones and not Danelectro.