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Univox 'Lectra Violin Bass

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The Univox 'Lectra Violin Bass is an iconic blend of vintage charm and modern playability, making it a beloved choice for bass enthusiasts seeking a touch of nostalgia without compromising on sound. Known for its distinct violin-shaped body, this electric bass guitar captures the essence of the 1960s with its classic design, yet it offers a versatile tonal palette that suits a wide range of music genres.

This bass is equipped with dual single-coil pickups that deliver a rich and warm tone, perfect for those deep grooves and melodic lines. The short-scale neck enhances playability, making it an ideal choice for both seasoned players and those just starting their musical journey. Whether you're laying down a smooth jazz line or rocking out to a classic rock rhythm, the Univox 'Lectra Violin Bass is designed to provide a comfortable and engaging playing experience.

With its lightweight construction, this bass is easy to handle during long performances, while the adjustable bridge allows for precise intonation adjustments. The Univox 'Lectra Violin Bass is not just a piece of musical equipment; it's a statement of style and sound that resonates with musicians who appreciate both form and function.

Key Features:

Violin-shaped body for a classic 1960s look
Dual single-coil pickups for rich, warm tones
Short-scale neck for enhanced playability
Lightweight construction for easy handling
Adjustable bridge for precise intonation adjustments

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The Univox 'Lectra Violin Bass features a full hollow-body with an arched top and back, plus a soundpost, contributing to its unique tonal characteristics.
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Features and functionality

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Notably larger than a Hofner, this bass doesn't fit into standard violin-bass cases, indicating a need for custom storage solutions.
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Owners have modified the bass by removing frets and replacing them with maple, enhancing its fretless playability and producing a "beautiful singing quality."
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Replacement tuning machines in chrome, matching the original style but more durable, are recommended for better tuning stability.
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Owners suggest replacing original closed gear tuners with new Hipshot tuners for improved performance, or searching for Gibson closed gear tuners for a closer aesthetic match.
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Bowing the bass offers a unique sound, particularly effective on the E & G strings individually or E/A & G/D combinations, ideal for experimental genres.
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The bass can be disassembled and examined internally for buzzing issues; grounding wires should be inspected and properly soldered.
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The bass naturally suffers from extreme neck-dive, resting in an upside-down position, affecting playability during performances.
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It delivers awesome upright tones from the neck pickup and tight jazzy tones from the bridge, reminiscent of classic jazz and upright bass sounds.
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Setup and maintenance

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The neck pickup may intermittently drop out, possibly due to internal issues, even if wiring seems intact.
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Long-scale Rotosound strings can be difficult to fit on this short-scale bass, but they reportedly produce excellent sound.
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Victor Wooten

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Bass Extremes

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Color/Finish: Sunburst Year: 1960s

the album cover of "What Did He Say?" has victor in the forest with what appears to be a univox violin BAss copy

Brian Cole

Singer, Bassist

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In this mimed performance of Never My Love in 1967, a brief shot of Brian Cole (far right) is seen playing at first, a violin bass. The violin design was popularized by Hofner due to Paul McCartney using his famous Hofner 500/1, and with the rise in sales of the violin design, many offset brands have taken the initiative to create a replica, or a copy of the design and release them under their own brand for a cheap price. Univox was one company that made a particular violin design that was wider, and bigger than the original, along with that, it has quite slim but long pickup rings.

During his time with the Association, Brian only used this bass for a couple of TV mimed performances, one other performance was a medley for I believe the Smother Brothers (still need a fact check). This bass did not see the light of day beyond 1967, as Brian Cole would permanently use his Fender Precision as his main instrument.