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Description

The Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass is where artistry meets engineering excellence, designed to cater to both the seasoned bassist and the emerging musician striving for that perfect sound. This signature model, crafted in collaboration with the legendary U2 bassist, showcases a curved body shape that feels as good as it sounds. The Seymour Duncan P - Quarter Pound pickups provide a powerful, punchy tone that cuts through the mix with precision, making it an ideal choice for live performances and studio sessions alike.

Built with an alder body and a bolt-on maple neck, this bass offers a balanced weight and feel, ensuring comfort during long hours of playing. The maple fretboard, adorned with 21 jumbo bronze frets, facilitates smooth navigation across the neck, perfect for both complex fingerwork and straightforward grooves. The passive MEC electronics offer a straightforward control layout with volume, bass, and treble, allowing you to dial in your sound effortlessly.

The Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass also features a two-piece Warwick bridge, Just A Nut III saddle, and chrome hardware, ensuring durability and stability while performing. With Warwick security locks and machine heads, you can trust this bass to stay in tune and secure, even during the most energetic performances. Packaged with a gig bag, this bass is ready to accompany you on your musical journey, wherever it may lead.

Key Features:

  • Artist Line - Adam Clayton signature model
  • Curved body shape with alder construction
  • Bolt-on maple neck with maple fretboard
  • 21 jumbo bronze frets
  • Seymour Duncan P - Quarter Pound pickups
  • Passive MEC electronics with volume, bass, and treble controls
  • 2-piece Warwick bridge with Just A Nut III saddle
  • Chrome hardware with Warwick security locks and machine heads
  • Includes gig bag

Product specs

Available since September 2015
Colour White
Soundboard Alder
Neck Maple
Fretboard Maple
Frets 21
Scale Long Scale
Pickups P
Elektronic Active
Incl. Case No
Incl. Bag Yes
Signature Adam Clayton
Body Alder
Electronics Passive
Incl. Gigbag 1

FAQs

What type of neck does the Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass have?

The Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass features a maple neck, providing a smooth playing experience and contributing to its bright tonal quality.

Are the electronics on the Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass active or passive?

The Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass is equipped with passive electronics, offering a classic, warm sound that many bass players appreciate.

What kind of pickups are used in the Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass?

This bass is equipped with P-style pickups, known for their punchy and clear sound, making it suitable for a variety of musical genres.

How many frets does the Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass have?

The Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass features 21 frets, providing a versatile range for both rhythm and lead bass playing.

Is the Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass suitable for long-scale players?

Yes, the Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass is a long-scale bass, offering extended range and sustain, ideal for players who prefer this scale length.

Framus & Warwick

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Andy Irvine jamming on a Warwick Adam Clayton Signature

Video thumbnail for Andy Irvine jamming on a Warwick Adam Clayton Signature by Framus & Warwick

Andy Irvine jamming on a Warwick Adam Clayton Signature

Framus & Warwick

Framus & Warwick

Video thumbnail for Warwick Adam Clayton Video Demo [NAMM 2011] by Audiofanzine in English

Warwick Adam Clayton Video Demo [NAMM 2011]

Audiofanzine in English

Audiofanzine in English

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See how Adam Clayton uses Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass

Adam Clayton

Bassist

U2

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Adam is seen using this bass at 4:33 in this 2017 performance of Pride (in the Name of Love). He has used this bass live and has 4 versions. (White with black pickguard, white with white pickguard, gold with white pickguard, black with white pickguard.)

See how Juan Alderete uses Warwick Adam Clayton Artist Bass

Juan Alderete

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Marilyn Manson

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Featured in this November 14, 2017 Instagram post.

I love @u2 & my Adam Clayton @framuswarwickofficial

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