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Description

The Super Short Scale Acoustic Electric Bass is a mini-bass that expands the creative potential of bass players everywhere. This 24" scale bass features a solid spruce top and mahogany back/sides, producing a robust tone balanced with shimmering highs and a rich low end. An onboard preamp with 3-band EQ and built-in tuner allows you to plug in for amplified jams or recording sessions.

Diminutive Scale Length Opens Up Possibilities

The Super Short Scale Acoustic Electric Bass's 24" scale length makes playing a breeze for bassists of all abilities. Those with smaller hands or shorter arms will find full, comfortable access to every note. Beginning players can focus on developing technique instead of struggling with a longer neck. For established bassists, the mini scale opens up advanced playing styles like slap bass that were previously out of reach. Overall, this bass expands your creative horizons by removing physical barriers to inspired playing.

Balanced Tone from Select Tonewoods

A solid spruce top provides shimmering highs and clear note articulation, while mahogany back and sides add warmth and richness to the low end. Together, these tonewoods yield a balanced acoustic voice with punch, depth and nuance. Plug in the onboard preamp and 3-band EQ to shape your tone for any musical scenario.

Built for Portability and Practicality

The Super Short Scale Acoustic Electric Bass is highly portable for jam sessions, lessons or travel. Its compact size also makes it ideal for smaller home studios or practice spaces where space is at a premium. Premium appointments like an abalone rosette, bound neck and chrome die-cast tuners give this mini-bass visual flair to match its impressive voice and playability.

Plug in and Play Anywhere

The Super Short Scale Acoustic Electric Bass comes equipped with an onboard preamp and 3-band EQ, allowing you to plug into an amp or recording interface for amplified performance or tracking bass parts in the studio. A built-in tuner ensures you're in tune before plugging in. Overall, this mini bass provides an ultra-playable, portable platform for limitless creativity and musical expression.

Mitchell EZB Super Short-Scale Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Natural
Mitchell EZB Super Short-Scale Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Natural
Mitchell EZB Super Short-Scale Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar Natural

Features

  • 24" scale neck
  • Mini-dreadnought body shape
  • Smaller neck profile
  • Onboard preamp and pickup
  • Spruce top
  • Mahogany back and sides
  • 20 frets
  • Multi-ply body binding
  • Neck binding
  • Genuine abalone soundhole rosette
  • Chrome-plated, die-cast tuning machines
  • D’Addario EXPPBB190GS nylon core strings
warning

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Polybrominated biphenyls, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Specs

Body
  • Body type: Mini-dreadnought shape
  • Top wood: Spruce
  • Back & sides: Mahogany 
  • Bracing pattern: Forward shifted X 
  • Body finish: High gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: C
  • Nut width:  42.16 mm
  • Fingerboard: Brazilian Cherry
  • Neck wood: Mahogany 
  • Scale length: 24"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Gloss 
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Mitchell 
  • Configuration: Undersaddle pickup 
  • Preamp EQ: 3-band
  • Feedback filter: Phase
  • Tuner: Yes
Other
  • Tuning machines: High-ratio, die-cast
  • Strings: D’Addario EXPPBB190GS (nylon core)
  • Bridge: Select hardwood
  • Saddle: Compensated Saddle
  • Number of strings: 4-string
  • Special features: Pickup System
  • Country of origin: China

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Reviews

4.45

22 Reviews

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

The best mini bass under $500
Fantastic!
Fantastic!
Good for this quarantine.
This bass has far exceeded my expectations.

Most Liked Positive Review

5

This bass has far exceeded my expectations.

I picked up the EZ bass at my local GC store and instantly fell in love with the easy playing-rich sounding goodness. The strings are nylon core so the tension is very low and easy to play. This bass is addicting! I thought I would use it mostly around the house sketching out ideas, paying it while watching TV.. But I took it out on a gig as a back up for the GS Mini bass I have been playing and the results were very surprising. During the first break I puled out the Mitchell EZ bass and played the second set. After the second set I was showered with complements on my sound, the singer and the guitar player both commented that the new bass was a huge improvement to the sound of the band. The preamp/eq on the bass sounds like it is tuned just right for fundamental frequencies of my bass notes, so it blends much better and everyone can hear the notes I'm playing without having to turn up the amp. Last night I set up a mic in my studio to record some bass parts (7/8 fusion). This bass sounds so unique, it has a beautiful acoustic bark similar to an old carved top upright bass, Of course you wont get the bloom and string growl but if you play into it a little harder it produces a controllable string buzz which adds another level of detail that I found interesting and useful. This bass shines when playing legato style melodies on the upper frets. I doubled a vocal part with the EZ bass, using a slow lateral left to right vibrato like you would use on a classical guitar, the sound was absolutely unique and beautiful. Don't be fooled by the low price tag..This is an inspiring musical tool that is super fun and useful.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Unfortunately, not as good as I hoped

This is a nice bass for a child, which is who I bought it for. Unfortunately, we didn't even have a chance to give it a far chance. 2 strings broke as we were turning it and we ended up returning it for another one for a different brand. Construction looks and feels solid and the finish is nice. I just wished it came with better string so we could give it a fair review when it came to playability. Guitar Center didn't have the proper strings in stock so we decided to return it.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing16
  2. Jamming12
  3. Recording6
  4. Small Venues6
  5. School Bands3
Cons
  1. Flat Sound1
  2. Not Consistent1
  3. Requires Constant Tuning1
  4. There's no Cons about this bass it sounds good1
  5. You have to have realistic expectations1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced13
  2. Novice4
  3. Professional Musician3
Pros
  1. Good Feel16
  2. Fun To Play15
  3. Stays In Tune11
  4. Good Audio10
  5. Consistent9

Reviewed by 22 customers

  • I'm trying to get my head around this

    5

    submitted17 days ago

    byMike

    fromSomewhere in Vermont

    How do they do it? So cheap and so surprising. Better than I expected but when you buy something so inexpensive and it sounds good and looks good then they have to cut expenses somehow somewhere and in this case it is the frets. Frets are a bit sharp but totally doable to deal with however I still am going to file and sand mine. I have had this bass for about a month or so and I am still very pleased with it. It still has that midrange growl and I love the sound of it! I would buy it over all of the other brands out there that are in this price range. I have worked at a music store once and I have tried and owned a few acoustic basses. I feel that I am credible enough because of my experiences. I never wanted a sunburst bass before but I was impressed with the color. I chose the color.

  • This little bass rocks and I am elated and glad I bought it!

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byMichael

    fromMiddlebury Vermont

    I'm so happy with this new addition to my arsenal. It's an amazing little bass and man am I glad I bought one. This inexpensive little bass sounds much better than I expected to sound and in fact it sounds better than my other acoustic basses and I am so shocked that it does. I can't believe it does sound so good and has a growl that won't quit, maybe it is the strings that make it sound so good but anyway this is no hype and I am a person who believes that you get what you pay for but I don't think you can go wrong with this one? The only thing that is not that good is the frets because they are a bit sharp but they don't affect your performance. I am going to sand /file mine down and then it will be a great little piece.

  • Unfortunately, not as good as I hoped

    3

    submitted6 months ago

    byArturo

    fromJurupa Valley, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This is a nice bass for a child, which is who I bought it for. Unfortunately, we didn't even have a chance to give it a far chance. 2 strings broke as we were turning it and we ended up returning it for another one for a different brand. Construction looks and feels solid and the finish is nice. I just wished it came with better string so we could give it a fair review when it came to playability. Guitar Center didn't have the proper strings in stock so we decided to return it.

  • Acoustic Bass for Learning

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJohn

    fromBeech Island

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I bought this to practice what I'm learning from the materials I have at my disposal. I opted for an acoustic to eliminate having to use my electric bass at night when my family is trying to get their sleep. This bass does have an auto-tuner built in which is a plus. After a couple of practice sessions it needs to be re-tuned.

  • GREAT MINI ACOUSTIC

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byTHOMAS

    fromBUFFALO, NY

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    FOR THE PRICE THIS MINI ACOUSTIC BASS IS EXCELLENT. I TRIED OUT EVERY MINI ACOUSTIC/UKE BASS IN STORE AND THIS ONE HAD THE BEST TONE, LOW BASS AND OVERALL BALANCED SOUND FOR THE MONEY. THE BUILT IN TUNER ISN'T THE GREATEST, BUT THE OVERALL FIT, FINISH AND BUILD QUALITY IS GREAT!

  • SUPER FUN ans SUPER COOL!!

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byTimothy

    fromCincinnati

    I'm actually have played guitar for close to 30 years and I've always been curious about the bass. This smaller bass is 100% what I want or need. It can be taken anywhere, plays really well, and sounds better than I ever expected!! Five stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byMichael

    fromBoise, ID

    I own this bass but I'm looking for a soft or hardshell case to transport it safely. What product do you recommend?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
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  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byAlexx

    fromBakersfield, CA

    Just purchased one over the weekend, how can we add a strap? I see a hook on the bottom but nothing above?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Please see --- Martin Headstock Tie Guitar Strap Button Brown

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byjames

    fromstafford,texas

    What strings do this guitar need?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    D’Addario EXPPBB190GS (nylon core)

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byjohn

    fromkiowa ks

    what is the length of this bass does it have a tuner?

    Open Reply - Beau
    The total length is not listed but this bass has a 24" scale length. It also has a built in tuner.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byMick

    fromLouisiana

    Is the top solid or laminated spruce. What is.the string size, and can the.fret board be lemon oiled?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This is laminated with gauge 10-46. Yes you can oil the neck