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Description

The Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass is your ticket to the world of rich, resonant bass tones, perfect for both stage performances and studio recordings. Designed for musicians who crave versatility, this bass features a powerful Tobias bridge pickup combined with a Tobias SCR neck pickup, delivering a wide tonal range to suit any musical genre. The five-string configuration expands your creative possibilities, allowing for deeper, more complex bass lines.

Crafted with attention to detail, the Tobias Toby Deluxe V boasts an ergonomic design that ensures comfortable playability. Its asymmetrical neck profile is tailored to fit naturally in your hand, reducing fatigue during long jam sessions or live gigs. The bass is equipped with a high-quality tonewood body, enhancing its natural resonance and sustain, while the sturdy hardware ensures reliable performance.

Whether you're a seasoned bassist or a budding musician, the Tobias Toby Deluxe V is designed to inspire and elevate your musical journey.

Key Features:

  • Tobias bridge and Tobias SCR neck pickups
  • Five-string configuration for extended bass range
  • Asymmetrical neck profile for comfortable playability
  • High-quality tonewood body for enhanced resonance
  • Sturdy hardware for reliable performance
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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass.

Build quality

  • The neck's finish can become sticky but benefits from regular cleaning to maintain smooth playability.

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  • The electronics are considered flimsy and may not withstand frequent gigging.

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Features and functionality

  • The 9V battery compartment is poorly positioned, making battery changes inconvenient.

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Comparisons

  • The Toby Deluxe V is compared to the Yamaha TRB5P as another budget-friendly option.

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  • Compared to a Sandberg Electra VS, the Toby Deluxe V lacks hardware durability, but the Sandberg offers resilience and better long-term value.

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User experience

  • Beginners find it appealing due to its lightweight nature and comfortable neck.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Professional setup, including nut work and frequent truss rod adjustments, significantly improves playability and tone quality for rock genres.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Investing an additional 60-80 euro for setup can enhance its performance, making it a viable starter bass.

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Use cases and applications

  • The bass can deliver a strong rock tone, but may require specific adjustments to realize its full potential.

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christophertassone

Tobias Bass

This bass has AMAZING sound for it's price. It is especially great for slap bass, as it has a warm treble tone, but is also great for any other style of playing. The only downside is its length, as it is very long,but overall, this bass is phenomenal!

albinoguitman

Awesome

Very Very Versatile. I am glad my other bass is sooo heavy or I wouldn't have looked for anything different. The controls are placed well. Only complaint is access to the battery.

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See how Robert Trujillo uses Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass

Robert Trujillo

Bassist

Metallica

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Robert Switches to the 5 string Toby before they play Sad But True, you can tell this by looking at the headstock and body of the bass at 12 minutes and 39 seconds into the video.

See how Chris Squire uses Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass

Chris Squire

Singer, Bassist

Yes

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Squire can be seen playing a Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass at 6:43 in this live performance of "Turn of the Century" by Yes.

See how Pedro Aznar uses Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass

Pedro Aznar

Singer, Guitarist

Pat Metheny Group

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Pedro toca Muñequitos de Papel golpeando el bajo con un destornillador.

See how Humberto Gessinger uses Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass

Humberto Gessinger

Singer, Guitarist

Engenheiros do Hawaii

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Verified via Uol

Humberto Gessinger used the Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass at home for recording demos, as noted on Uol's Engenheiros do Hawaii page.

See how Melvin Gibbs uses Tobias Toby Deluxe V Bass

Melvin Gibbs

Bassist

Rollins Band

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Verified via Tapeop

Currently, Gibbs favors the simplicity of his Tobias basses and Avalon U5 DI, with which "it's hard for them to ruin the sound. -Tape Op.

Album Usage

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Genre Usage

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