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Description
A exciting all new 4-string Florentine cutaway electric acoustic bass. Has built-in G tuner, distortion booster, treble and bass booster. All new easy-to-fret fast-neck featuring Vox double T-bar and adjustable steel rod. Exclusive VOX Ferro-Sonic pickup. Fully adjustable bridge. One volume and one tone control. Chrome plated machine heads. Sunburst or Cherry.
Product specs
| Brand | Vox |
| Model | Apollo IV |
| Finish | Red |
| Year | 1960s |
| Categories | Short Scale Basses |
| Active / Passive Pickups | Passive Pickups |
| Active Preamp | Active Preamp |
| Body Shape | Single Cutaway |
| Color Family | Red |
| Fretboard Material | Rosewood |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Number of Strings | 4-String |
| Pickup Configuration | S |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
FAQs
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What kind of sound can I expect from the Vox V271 Apollo IV bass?
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The Vox V271 Apollo IV offers a classic 1960s tone with a warm, rich sound thanks to its passive pickup configuration and rosewood fretboard. It's ideal for players seeking a vintage vibe.
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Is the Vox V271 Apollo IV suitable for beginners?
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The Vox V271 Apollo IV, with its short scale and single cutaway design, is user-friendly for beginners, offering comfortable playability and easy access to higher frets.
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How does the short scale of the Vox V271 Apollo IV affect playability?
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The short scale of the Vox V271 Apollo IV results in less string tension, making it easier to play, especially for those with smaller hands or those looking for a more relaxed playing experience.
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Does the Vox V271 Apollo IV bass have an active preamp?
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Yes, the Vox V271 Apollo IV features an active preamp, providing enhanced tonal control and versatility compared to passive-only systems.
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What is the neck profile like on the Vox V271 Apollo IV?
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The Vox V271 Apollo IV features a comfortable neck profile that complements its short scale, offering smooth playability suitable for various playing styles.
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Used with James Brown and on World Wide Funk, as stated by Collins in this November 23, 2017 Premier Guitar interview.
Did you have a Vox bass with James Brown as well?
Yeah, I’ve still got that Vox bass [an Apollo IV] and I played it on one of the songs on the new album—I can’t think which one it was off the top of my head—but I played it on one of the songs and man, I mean, nothing sounds like that. It’s like a dead-string sound—those old flatwound strings on top of that hollow Vox bass guitar. It’s got a built-in fuzz on it and a built-in tuner. It was incredible. I used a lot of different things on this record to try to give me a facelift. I’m still keeping the old stuff, but I’m adding a little newness here and there. On different songs, I use different pedals as well.
In a live performance video uploaded by Macarena albiña Videla, Gonzalo López is seen playing the Vox V271 Apollo IV bass. He purchased this bass in 2002, and it was a key instrument in his live setup from 2002 to 2007.
I this photo from an interview in Guitar magazine, Colin is seen playing his 1969 Vox V271 Apollo IV bass, gifted to him by T-Bone Burnett during the sessions for the Sam Phillips album "Martinis & Bikinis."
In this video, Lindl can be seen performing Gato por libre using the V281 Vox Saturn IV Bass. It is a Sunburst Vintage 4-String Hollow Body Bass. The Saturn IV can be seen clearly at 50:39.
Note: The Vox Saturn IV isn't uploaded in Equipboard, so I select a very similar gear instead
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