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Description
The Peavey Patriot Bass is a versatile and robust electric bass guitar, designed to cater to both aspiring musicians and seasoned players. Known for its reliability and performance, this instrument is a staple for those who appreciate a blend of classic craftsmanship and modern innovation. The Patriot Bass features a Super Ferrite single-coil pickup, which is renowned for delivering a punchy and dynamic tone. This pickup configuration ensures that whether you're laying down a groove or taking the lead, your sound will cut through with clarity and precision.
Crafted with attention to detail, the Patriot Bass has a smooth, comfortable neck, offering excellent playability for both fast passages and intricate riffs. Its body is designed to provide a balanced feel, making it ideal for extended playing sessions. With its simple yet effective controls, you can easily dial in your desired sound, making this bass adaptable to various music genres—from rock and funk to jazz and blues.
Whether you're playing live gigs or recording in the studio, the Peavey Patriot Bass is built to deliver consistent performance. Its solid construction and dependable hardware ensure that it will be a reliable partner in your musical journey.
Key Features:
- Super Ferrite single-coil pickup for dynamic and punchy tones
- Smooth and comfortable neck for enhanced playability
- Balanced body design for extended playing comfort
- Simple control layout for easy sound customization
- Suitable for a variety of music genres
Videos
Nino Djuras
'87 Peavey Patriot - Sound Review
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Owner Insights
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User experience
Setup and maintenance
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Owners have had to shield the control cavity and change out the pots for better performance, indicating potential areas for improvement.
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Build quality
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The pickguard tends to crack near the input jack, indicating a potential weak spot in its design.
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4.5 out of 5
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It was main Mike Dirnt's bass up until July 5th, 1990. The bass was used to record EP's "1,000 Hours", "Slappy" and "Sweet Children"; and their debut LP, "39/Smooth". According to a recent interview with Matt Freeman of Rancid (https://youtu.be/VZU1hoTYipY?si=jKUbjhwq8PQ7OCw3) at around the 2:00 mark Mike says that somewhere in the Midwest around 1990ish the strap broke and they found out that the Patriot’s body had a huge crack in it and at a show in Minneapolis he bought off of another bassist his Gibson G3
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