Duesenberg Kavalier Bass RED-sparkle
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A Duesenberg Short Scale Designed for Versatility
The Kavalier embodies the Duesenberg approach: elegant design, meticulous craftsmanship, and technical solutions serving the musician. Its concept is clear: to offer a medium-sized bass, easy to master, yet capable of delivering a wide range of tones thanks to clever wiring around a single custom pickup.
For Whom and Which Styles?
Thanks to its short scale and comfortable neck, the Duesenberg Kavalier suits both demanding beginners and intermediate bassists looking for a more compact bass, as well as guitarists wanting to switch to bass effortlessly. Its versatility makes it relevant in pop, rock, funk, indie, soul, and even more modern contexts where a clear attack and clean low end are desired.
Sound
The solid alder body provides a balanced range, with a lively attack and present low mids, ideal for remaining clear in a mix. The Phonico Splitbucker is the heart of the Kavalier: its wiring allows for three tonal signatures from a single pickup, from round, resonant lows to more edgy and defined sounds. The Master Volume and Master Tone controls facilitate quick adjustments on stage, while the sustain remains solid even on a short scale format.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
This bass comes with a Duesenberg Custom Line case and the necessary Allen keys, covering the essentials for transport and setup.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | H | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Category | Asymmetric | Electronics | Passive |
| Format | Short Scale | Electroacoustic | No |
| Left handed | No | Color | Red |
| Strings | Steel | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Hardware | Nickel |
| Nbrs of frets | 21 | ||
| Body type | solid alder | Scale length | 30.5" / 774 mm |
| Dimensions | 48 x 35 cm / 18.9" x 13.8" | Truss rod | double-action steel |
| Depth (sides) | 4.0 cm / 1.6" | Headstock | color-matched to body |
| Pickguard | 3-ply black or aged white | Tuners | Duesenberg Z-Tuners Bass |
| Binding | cream (Narvik Blue only) | Bridge | Duesenberg 4D |
| Finish | PUR lacquer | Strap buttons | Duesenberg Standard (Straplock compatible) |
| Type | bolt-on neck, one-piece maple | Hardware finish | nickel |
| Width | 40 mm / 1.57" (nut), 57 mm / 2.24" (12th fret) | Pickup | Duesenberg Phonico Splitbucker |
| Thickness | 21 mm / 0.83" (1st fret), 23 mm / 0.91" (12th fret) | Controls | 1 Master Volume, 1 Master Tone |
| Profile | Medium D | Selector | 3-position tone selector |
| Fingerboard | Indian rosewood, 305 mm / 12" radius | Case | Duesenberg Custom Line case (included) |
| Inlays | cream dots | Tools | all necessary Allen keys (included) |
| Frets | 21 Jumbo 2.8 x 1.0 mm / 0.11" x 0.04" | ||
Questions frequently asked
What is the scale length of the Duesenberg Kavalier Bass RED-sparkle?
The scale length is 30.5 inches, or 774 mm, which corresponds to a short scale format.
What tones does the Phonico Splitbucker pickup offer?
The Duesenberg Phonico Splitbucker pickup is paired with a 3-position tone selector. This wiring delivers three tonal signatures, ranging from a warm bass to a more defined response.
Is the Kavalier Bass suitable for starting bass playing?
Its bolt-on maple neck features a Medium D profile, with a 40 mm nut width. The 774 mm scale length makes it easier to handle for discerning beginners and guitarists transitioning to bass.
What controls are available on this bass?
The controls consist of a Master Volume, a Master Tone, and a 3-position tone selector.
What case is supplied with the bass?
A Duesenberg Custom Line case is included. All necessary Allen keys for adjustments are also provided. The Duesenberg Standard strap buttons are compatible with Straplock.
