Ashdown The Saint Onyx Green Metallic
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Ashdown
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A Bass Designed for Efficiency: The "Workhorse" Spirit in a 4-String Format
With The Saint Onyx Green Metallic, the goal is clear: to offer a 4-string bass in a familiar format, capable of covering a wide sonic range thanks to the PJ combination and reliable passive electronics. Component choices such as hand-wiring and CTS-type potentiometers reinforce this "stage and studio instrument" approach, focused on response, dynamics, and ease of use.
For Which Bassist and Styles?
This bass is aimed at beginner to intermediate bassists seeking a versatile instrument, as well as more experienced musicians wanting an efficient 4-string for rehearsals and gigs. The PJ configuration is particularly suitable for rock, pop, funk, blues, and gospel or variety contexts where one easily alternates between a dense low end and a more snappy attack.
The Sound
The poplar body provides a balanced response and good homogeneity, with present mids that help the bass find its place in the mix. The roasted maple bolt-on neck promotes a clear attack and responsive feel while improving long-term stability. On the electronics side, the P-Bass + J-Bass pair offers two complementary signatures: the P-type pickup delivers solid lows and a "muscular" low-midrange, while the J-type pickup adds definition and bite for increased articulation. The 2 volume controls allow fine blending between pickups, and the tone control shifts from an open, snappy sound to a rounder, mellower color without losing the organic character of the passive electronics.
Technical specifications
| Category | Asymmetric | Scalloped | Double |
| Left handed | No | Body | Poplar |
| Strings | Steel | Nbre of pickups | 2 |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Electronics | Passive |
| Neck | Screwed Roasted Maple | Settings | 2 x volume and 1 x tone |
| Fingerboard | Roasted maple | Headstock | Matched with the body color |
| Nbrs of frets | 20 | Electroacoustic | No |
| Scale (mm) | 864 mm | Color | Green |
| Tuning pegs | Vintage | Colours | Olive Green |
| Original Strings | 45-105 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Cover/case | Cover | Hardware | Chromed |
| Number of Strings | 4 | Number of Pickups | 2 |
| Finish | Glossy | Pickups | Hand-wired P-Bass and J-Bass |
| Number of Frets | 20 | Controls | 2 x Volume and 1 x Tone |
| Scale Length | 34" / 864 mm | Potentiometers | CTS type |
| Tuners | Vintage | ||
Questions frequently asked
What sounds does the PJ configuration of this bass provide?
The hand-wired P-Bass and J-Bass pickups combine a deep low end and strong low mids with enhanced definition. The two volume controls allow blending each pickup, while the passive tone adjusts the brightness of the sound.
Is the Ashdown The Saint Onyx Green Metallic suitable for rock and funk?
This PJ setup adapts well to rock, pop, funk, blues, gospel, and variety styles. The P-Bass pickup provides a solid foundation, while the J-Bass pickup delivers a more pronounced attack.
What is the scale length of the bass?
The 34-inch scale length, or 864 mm, corresponds to the standard for 4-string electric basses.
Is the neck suitable for regular stage use?
The bolt-on neck and fingerboard are made of roasted maple. This construction promotes a clear attack and long-term stability. The instrument features 20 frets and a double cutaway for access to the higher positions.
What gig bag is included with this green bass?
A gig bag is included with this bass featuring a glossy Olive Green finish and chrome hardware.
