Ashdown The Capri 23 PJ Seafoam Green

The Return of Compact Basses: The "Short Scale" Spirit Serving Playability

Short scale basses have earned a unique place in the world of electric instruments: easier to handle, often lighter, and incredibly practical whenever you need to play frequently, for long sessions, and without constraints. The Capri Mini Bass Seafoam Green fully embraces this "compact but inspiring" logic: a mini format designed to follow your daily life without forcing you to bring the full gear every session.

In a collection, this type of bass quickly becomes a go-to instrument: the one you grab to work on a groove, record an idea, accompany an acoustic guitar, or simply reconnect with immediate playing sensations. And with its Seafoam Green finish and matching headstock, it also asserts a strong aesthetic dimension, blending vintage nods with modern personality.

Who Is It For, and Which Styles?

The Capri Mini Bass Seafoam Green is aimed at musicians who want a easy-to-play and non-intimidating bass for everyday use. Its short scale and accessible neck are particularly suitable for young bassists, people with small hands, or guitarists looking to switch to bass with maximum comfort from the first minutes.

Regarding genres, its simple configuration (one pickup, two controls) makes it effective for anything requiring a clear and direct bass sound: pop, rock, indie, accompaniment for acoustic songs, or even understated funk approaches where attack and placement are key. In light rehearsals, home studios, or as a travel bass, it perfectly fulfills its role: getting to the essentials without detours.

Sound

The poplar body contributes to a balanced and clear response: present but clean lows, midrange clear enough to sit well in a mix, and an overall sense of dynamism. This is a coherent choice for a mini bass, where the goal is often to achieve an immediate sound, without heaviness, with good finger responsiveness.

The torrefied maple neck and fingerboard enhance the perception of attack and definition. This clarity helps maintain precision, especially on bass lines played with a pick or finger alternation. The feel is generally appreciated for its smoothness, which favors position work, quick shifts, and repeated grooves.

Finally, the passive electronics focus on simplicity and efficiency. The P-style pickup (split humbucker) delivers a solid tone, with round lows and a midrange that "speaks": ideal for supporting a band without getting lost. The 1 volume / 1 tone duo allows quick tone shaping: open tone for more brightness and presence, closed tone for a softer, darker sound, without complexity or hidden menus.

Technical specifications

Category	Asymmetric	Cover/case	Cover
Format	Mini Bass	Body	Poplar
Nbr of strings	4	Nbre of pickups	1
Neck	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	Green
Nbrs of frets	20	Colours	Seafoam Green
Scale (mm)	596 mm	Finishing	Glossy

Number of frets	20	Controls	1 x volume and 1 x tone
Scale length	596 mm / 23.46"	Number of strings	4
Hardware details	not specified (bridge, tuners, finishes)	Additional specs	comes with gig bag
Number of pickups	1