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Description

The Vigier Excess 2 is a distinctive electric bass guitar that seamlessly blends innovative design with high-quality craftsmanship. This instrument is crafted for bassists who demand precision, versatility, and reliability in their performance. At the heart of its design is the 90/10 carbon-reinforced neck, a signature feature of Vigier basses, providing stability and sustain without the need for a traditional truss rod. This feature ensures consistent playability across diverse environments, making it a dependable choice for both studio recordings and live performances.

The Excess 2 is equipped with a pair of powerful, custom-designed Benedetti pickups that deliver a dynamic range of tones, from punchy and aggressive to smooth and mellow. These pickups are complemented by an active 3-band EQ, offering enhanced control over your sound, whether you're laying down a solid groove or exploring intricate solo lines. The bass also boasts a lightweight alder body, contributing to its comfortable playability without compromising on durability.

With its sleek and ergonomic design, the Vigier Excess 2 provides exceptional access to the upper frets, allowing for effortless navigation across its 24 frets. This bass guitar is not just an instrument; it's a tool for creative expression, designed to meet the demands of modern musicians who seek both aesthetic appeal and functional excellence.

Key Features:

  • 90/10 carbon-reinforced neck for enhanced stability and sustain
  • Custom-designed Benedetti pickups
  • Active 3-band EQ for versatile tone shaping
  • Lightweight alder body for comfort and durability
  • 24-fret neck with easy access to upper frets
  • Ergonomic design for improved playability

Reviews

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Build quality

  • The Vigier Excess 2 features a thick carbon bar in the neck instead of a truss rod, providing near-zero relief and allowing for extremely low action.

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Comparisons

  • Owners compare the body shape of the Vigier Excess 2 to certain Peavey basses, noting similarities in design aesthetics.

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User experience

  • Some users find the font on the Vigier Excess 2 odd initially, but it grows on them and is described as nostalgic and fun.

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Features and functionality

  • The bass is noted for its meaty, high-mass bridge, likened to a "brick," suggesting robust construction that enhances sustain and tone.

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See how Buckethead uses Vigier Excess 2

Buckethead

Guitarist, Bassist

Guns N' Roses

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In the provided photographic evidence, Buckethead is clearly seen utilizing the Vigier Excess 2, a notable instrument within the electric basses category. This image substantiates the period during which Buckethead also incorporated the Fender Precision Bass into his repertoire, highlighting his diverse use of gear across his expansive musical genres.

See how Geezer Butler uses Vigier Excess 2

Geezer Butler

Bassist, Keyboardist

Ozzy Osbourne

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Verified via Vigierguitars

Listed on Vigier website. Geezer Butler is said to have 4 Excess basses.

See how Roger Glover uses Vigier Excess 2

Roger Glover

Bassist

Deep Purple

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The bass on this photo is a Vigier Excess II

See how Patrick Dahlheimer uses Vigier Excess 2

Patrick Dahlheimer

Bassist

Live

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In a 2016 article archived on Wayback Machine, the Vigier Excess 2 bass is mentioned as being used by Patrick Dahlheimer.

Genre Usage

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