Warwick Bass Alien Standard 5 LH Natural Satin

RockBass 2024: The Warwick Spirit in a Redesigned Version

With the RockBass series revamped for 2024, Warwick offers instruments inspired by its iconic models, maintaining the aesthetic codes and functional choices that have built the reputation of the German brand. This 5-string acoustic bass fits this philosophy: a Warwick-styled design, serious craftsmanship, and reliable equipment, designed to provide a convincing playing experience without entering premium ranges.

For Which Bassists and Styles?

This RockBass Alien 5-string is aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a versatile acoustic bass, equally comfortable fingerstyle or with a pick, for unplugged settings, rehearsals, songwriting, or amplified stage use. The acoustic format highlights playing nuances, while the 5th string opens possibilities in pop, rock, fusion, gospel, and accompaniment contexts where extended low end is useful.

The Sound

The solid maple top delivers a quick response, clear attack, and excellent clarity, particularly appreciated on a 5-string where low-end definition is crucial. The agathis back and sides balance the overall tone with a softer color and good midrange support, for a round yet articulate sound. The mahogany neck promotes a feeling of stability and natural warmth, complemented by the wenge fingerboard which enhances grain, precision, and a "woody" feel under the fingers. On the amplification side, the Fishman Sonicore Pickup Soundhole effectively captures vibrations and delivers a usable signal, ideal for retaining the acoustic character through an amp or PA.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the original setup, a set of Warwick RED Strings Bronze .045-.135 is the safest choice. Additionally, a clip-on tuner is a universal and practical option for acoustic use, both in rehearsals and on stage.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	Piezo	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Category	Acoustic & electro bass	Electronics	Passive
Left handed	Yes	Electroacoustic	Yes
Strings	Steel	Color	Natural
Nbr of strings	5	Finishing	Satin
Nbrs of frets	24	Hardware	Chromed

Type	acoustic bass	Number of frets	24
Top	solid maple	Tuners	Warwick machine heads
Back and sides	agathis	Bridge	wenge with bone
Finish	Natural / Solid Black	Strap locks	Warwick security locks
Pickguard	transparent	Hardware finish	chrome
Neck type	glued	Brand	Fishman
Wood	mahogany	Pickup	Fishman Sonicore Pickup Soundhole
Nut width	45 mm / 1.77"	Number of strings	5
Nut	Just a Nut III Tedur	Thumbrest	wenge thumbrest
Scale length	863.6 mm / 34"	Bag/case	RockBag Student Line RB 20520 B/PLUS gig bag
Radius	660.4 mm / 26"	Original strings	Warwick RED Strings Bronze .045-.135
Frets	nickel silver jumbo