Fender

collapse expand iconDescription

Decked out in the electric-inspired style of the Fender California Player series, the California Kingman Bass delivers the full, deep acoustic projection and comfortable playing feel you expect. Named for a famous stop along US Route 66, the short-scale Kingman Bass offers a smooth-playing mahogany Jazz Bass neck and convenient cutaway for easy access to the upper reaches of the fingerboard. Designed for players, this 30”-scale bass is slightly shorter than others, giving it a slinkier playing feel while simultaneously making it easier to play seated or take out on the road. The Kingman Bass features optimized scalloped “X”-bracing under the solid spruce top for reduced mass and superior resonance, a Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle for greater sustain, and a Fishman preamp system that makes it easy to plug in without sacrificing the natural acoustic tone. The lightweight mahogany Jazz Bass neck features a comfortable, easy-to-play, slim-taper C-shaped profile that’s suitable for any playing style, and its walnut fingerboard and bridge further augment this instrument's vibrant tone. With its superb playability, distinctive looks and unmistakable Fender vibe, the Kingman Bass is an instrument for a new generation of bassists.
Fender California Kingman Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Shaded Edge Burst
Fender California Kingman Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Shaded Edge Burst
Fender California Kingman Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Shaded Edge Burst

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Solid spruce top and sapele body
  • Nato neck
  • Walnut fingerboard
  • Fishman PreSys sidemounted preamp
warning

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

collapse expand iconSpecs

Body
  • Body type: Concert bass
  • Top wood: Solid Spruce
  • Back & sides: Sapele
  • Bracing pattern: Scalloped X
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Nut width: 1.5"
  • Fingerboard: Walnut
  • Neck wood: Nato
  • Scale length: 30"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Satin
  • Bridge: Modern Viking
  • Saddle & nut: Synthetic Bone
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Fishman Sidemounted preamp
Other
  • Tuning machines: Open-gear
  • Orientation: Right-handed
  • Case: Gig Bag

Featured Articles

collapse expand iconReviews

5

2 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming2
  2. Practicing2
  3. Recording2
  4. Rock Concerts2
  5. School Bands1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced2
Pros
  1. Consistent2
  2. Fun To Play2
  3. Good Audio2
  4. Good Feel2
  5. Stays In Tune2
  • Good acoustic bass

    5

    submitted3 days ago

    byDan

    fromHillsborough, NJ

    This is a good acoustic bass. Acoustically it projects well, and the electric sound is nice and thumpy.

  • This Bass is Amazing!

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byBob

    fromHouston, TX

    What a great sounding Bass. This thing sounds great plugged in, or unplugged. Very light weight. The Gig Bag is a bonus. My local Store got one in and I had to try it. I would definitely recommend this Bass to anyone looking for something to play around the House or with a Band.......

  • Previous
  • 1
  • Next

collapse expand iconQ&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byHarley's & Fenders

    fromSan Tan Valley AZ

    What are the differences between this bass and the V-2? Thanks for your help!

    What are the differences between this bass and the V-2? Thanks for your help!

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The only difference is the finish.
  • asked byFabi

    fromNew Port Richey, Fl

    Is this the same as a Fender Kingman V2 just in sunburst style?

    Is this the same as a Fender Kingman V2 just in sunburst style?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it is.
  • asked byBry

    fromNew Jersey

    What's the saddle size for the kingman?

    What's the saddle size for the kingman?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I’m very sorry, the manufacturer has not made that information available.
  • asked byMac

    fromWest-Central IL

    Presuming this acoustic uses a battery, does it go on the area of the electronics knobs? Also, is the instrument cable jack built into the bottom strap nut or elsewhere? 
Thanks for any help out there!!

    Presuming this acoustic uses a battery, does it go on the area of the electronics knobs? Also, is the instrument cable jack built into the bottom strap nut or elsewhere? Thanks for any help out there!!

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The battery is in the pre-amp. Yes, at the jack.
  • asked bySeth

    fromOklahoma

    Where is this bass made?

    Where is this bass made?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Fender California Kingman is made in Indonesia