Ashdown The Capri 23 PJ Ice Blue
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Short scale 23.5" / 596 mm: quick handling, softer string tension, and immediate comfort, ideal for learning, practicing at home, or traveling.
- Neck and fingerboard in roasted maple: better stability against variations, silky touch, and clear attack for well-defined notes.
- Lightweight poplar body: excellent ergonomics, well-balanced instrument, comfortable to play sitting or standing.
- Direct passive electronics: 1 split-coil P-style pickup with 1 volume and 1 tone control, "Ice Blue" finish with matching headstock, gig bag included.
Manufacturer Information
Ashdown
https://www.ashdownmusic.com
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Algam SAS
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A Mini Bass Inspired by the "Capri" Spirit, Designed to Play Anywhere
With its modern look, elegant "Ice Blue" finish, and matching headstock, this mini bass fits into a contemporary aesthetic that is immediately recognizable. Its compact format is not a gimmick: it was designed to facilitate access to the bass while retaining the features of a real electric instrument, ready to accompany your practice sessions, lessons, and travels.
For Whom and Which Styles?
This bass is primarily aimed at beginners, young musicians, and anyone looking for a reassuring bass to handle thanks to the short scale. It will also suit experienced bassists who want a compact instrument to practice silently with a small amp or as a travel bass. In terms of repertoire, it performs well in pop, rock, funk, soul, and indie, with fingerstyle, pick playing, and light slap techniques.
Sound
The split-coil P-style pickup delivers a solid foundation: round lows, present low-mids, and precise response that helps place each note well in the mix. The deliberately simple passive electronics (volume and tone) go straight to the point: open, the sound remains full and dynamic; closing the tone control yields a more muffled color, perfect for vintage lines or more discreet grooves. The poplar promotes overall balance and natural attack, while the roasted maple adds clarity and definition. Finally, the 23.5" / 596 mm scale reduces tension: the feel is softer, the response immediate, and sustain remains controlled, ideal for clean, melodic, and effective parts.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For comfortable use, you can consider a standard bass strap, a clip-on tuner, and a good quality 6.35 mm instrument jack cable. Since the bass comes with a gig bag, transport is already made easier for rehearsals and trips.
Technical specifications
| Category | Asymmetric | Cover/case | Cover |
| Format | Mini Bass | Body | Poplar |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Nbre of pickups | 1 |
| Neck | Screwed Roasted Maple | Electronics | Passive |
| Radius | 350 mm | Settings | 1 x volume and 1 x tone |
| Nut Width | 38 mm | Headstock | Matched with the body color |
| Fingerboard | Roasted maple | Color | Blue |
| Nbrs of frets | 20 | Colours | Ice Blue |
| Scale (mm) | 596 mm | Finishing | Glossy |
| Scale length | 23.5" / 596 mm | Pickups | 1 (split-coil P-style) |
| Number of frets | 20 | Controls | 1 x volume, 1 x tone |
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Questions frequently asked
Is this mini bass suitable for a beginner or a young musician?
The short scale length of 23.5 inches (596 mm) reduces string tension and makes it easier to handle. The 38 mm nut width and 20 frets provide markers that are suitable for learning.
What sound does the P-style split-coil pickup produce?
The P-style split-coil pickup delivers round lows and present low mids. The passive electronics with volume and tone controls allow for a sound that can be either full-bodied or more mellow.
What is the scale length of the Ashdown The Capri 23 PJ Ice Blue?
Its scale length is 23.5 inches, or 596 mm, offering a softer playing feel.
What accessories come with this bass?
A gig bag is provided to facilitate transport. A standard strap, clip-on tuner, and 6.35 mm jack cable can complement the equipment.
What woods are used for the body and neck?
The body is made of poplar, a wood that promotes overall balance and a natural attack. The bolt-on neck and fingerboard are made of roasted maple. This material adds clarity and definition to the playing.
