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Rogue

Description

The Rogue VB-100 violin bass guitar features a flamed maple arched top and back with the European-style hollowbody that makes it lightweight and capable of deep, resonant bass tones. The violin bass' traditional 31" scale offers immediate familiarity in your hands. A custom trapeze tailpiece, pearloid pickguard and body binding on front and back are added touches. Don't be fooled by the tiny price; this Rogue is a serious violin bass nicely made with all the playability and tone of the original at a fraction of the cost.

A case is sold separately.
Open Box Rogue VB100 Violin Bass Guitar Level 1 Vintage Sunburst
Open Box Rogue VB100 Violin Bass Guitar Level 1 Vintage Sunburst
Open Box Rogue VB100 Violin Bass Guitar Level 1 Vintage Sunburst

Features

  • Violin-style hollowbody
  • Arched flamed maple top
  • Flamed maple body
  • Set-in neck joint
  • Hard rock maple neck
  • 22 frets
  • Rosewood bridge with custom trapeze-style tailpiece
  • Mini humbucker bridge and neck pickups
  • Controls: dual volume; bass, mid and treble switches
  • Die-cast tuners
  • Chrome hardware
  • Vintage sunburst finish
  • Pearloid pickguard
  • Front and back body binding
  • Traditional 31" scale length
  • Case sold separately

Reviews

4.36

83 Reviews

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Not bad for a starter. With upgrades it's Awesome!
A Nice Bass For A Beginner or to Supplement Your Collection
A Nice Bass For A Beginner or to Supplement Your Collection
Give a Hofner a run for their money!
Can't afford a Hofner ? This is what you want
Nice guitar for a good price.
Awesome
An Inexpensive Option That Really Nails Classic Hofner Sound
A great violin bass for the price
Pretty and nice
Pretty and nice
Eh.
Eh.
just love my Rogue VB100
just love my Rogue VB100

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Hofner/Beatle stying only a beautiful extra...

I have had my Rogue bass for +/-3 years. After a standard tightening/ adjusting session, I played a gig with this honey right out-of-the-box. I spent the whole night in wonder of the light weight, style, and just plain ole' kick-butt bass sounds I plucked out of this baby.(no pun intended). The original reason I purchased the VB100 is that I was out of town with a Fender Jazz Bass that didn't stand the trip, and a Hofner that didn't make the trip. I went to the "local" music store, and there she was! I just tried her out of curiosity. This bass was light weight, looked great, and played/sounded wonderful. Only a few hundred dollars later I walked out with the bass, a case, some flatwound strings, and a few new cables. The rest is history. I added the strings, added a few touches, and went to work. I have played this baby ever since with no problems. My thanks for allowing me to let other players know this success story with a great little bass.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Eh.

It's a fun bass, but not a good bass. Gets you a good thumping sound, but that's about it. It needed serious adjustment to play because the frets buzzed EVERYWHERE. The pickguard is rough and doesn't line up with the bass. The tuners are cheap feeling and don't hold a tune. But it's a cheap bass, loud enough to play if you need to pick up a bass, work an idea out acoustically, and then put it down. It's good for rhythm parts and helping you get out of a creative rut. Would I buy it again? Eh, probably not. Would I return it? Thought about it, but even that seems too much effort. I have a Fender P. I enjoy having a second bass, but I wish this wasn't it, and I can't justify owning three.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing50
  2. Jamming37
  3. Small Venues18
  4. Recording16
  5. Rock Concerts9
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz18
  2. Craftsmanship6
  3. Poor Pick Up4
  4. A little neck-heavy1
  5. Just needs a good set up and some fresh Labellas1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced32
  2. Novice19
  3. Professional Musician6
  4. Child1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play57
  2. Good Feel48
  3. Good Tone43
  4. Good Pick Up27
  5. Solid Electronics26

Reviewed by 83 customers

  • The best bang for your buck in a "Beatle" bass.

    5

    submitted7 days ago

    byMark

    fromCleveland, Ohio

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Best bang for your buck on a "Beatle" bass. Easily as good as the lower end Hofner's. After setup to my taste, a set of LaBella Deep Talking flats it does exactly what you want it for!

  • Not bad for a starter. With upgrades it's Awesome!

    5

    submitted20 days ago

    byJack Gray

    fromFayetteville NC

    I bought 2 of these though the years. Really great for a starter. My last one I upgraded with better strings, pickups, controls and a full set up. Remember, it takes medium scale strings. Even though considered a short scale bass, the length from the bridge and the nut makes it take medium scale strings. I like it. Even recut the pickguard, trust rod cover and control plate to an off-white pearl.

  • Great bass

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byBen

    fromMemphis,TN.

    I was pleasantly surprised by the bass. It's beautiful.....plays great.....and it's much better than expected. I'll put some flatwounds on, and be done.

  • Very nice playing bass - especially for the money

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byRon

    fromBoise, ID

    The bass had some minor buzzing initially, but a quick adjustment of the height of the bridge solved the issue. Nice fit and finish for the price point, tone control is different but provides a good range and blend of bass / treble.

  • A Nice Bass For A Beginner or to Supplement Your Collection

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byDave

    fromGuilford CT

    If you're looking for a close replica of a violin bass it has what you need. It's for that thump from the early Beatle days. One difference: this violin bass has a standard length neck and is not a short scale like McCartney plays. That's a good thing if you are planning to learn on it. But the price definitely reduces buyer's regret.

  • For the price, amszing

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byKenneth

    fromFayetteville nc

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Wanted to learn bass and this is great starter. Wonderful price too.

Q&A

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

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byErika

    fromDanvers ma

    What amp do you recommend for a beginner player for this guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Acoustic B50C 1x10 50W Bass Combo With Tilt-Back Cab

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byAvey

    fromSan jose

    Is this a full size hofner? Akin to a regular bass full size

    Open Reply - Thomas
    it's short scale - 30". A regular would be 34"

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byLee

    fromLexington

    What brand of strings are recommended for this instrument? I have one, and tried to put on strings made by Elixir, and they did not fit. The anchors were too large to fit into the slots in the bridge.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please see "LaBella 760FHB2 Beatle Bass Flat Wound Light Electric Bass Strings"

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byDr Don

    fromRialto, Ca

    Are there any serial or model numbers on this bass? I bought one recently and I can't find any.

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This model will not have a serial #

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byGeezer

    fromNewark OH 4305

    How deep of a case does the Rogue Violin Bass require?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This is a great choice - Musician's Gear Electric Bass Case Violin Shaped Black

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked bytom

    fromundisclosed

    How much dos the bass weigh ?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This bass weighs about 7 lbs.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJust Jan

    fromNewark OH

    Does Rogue make, and or, does GuitarCenter carry a good gig bag or soft case for this?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Rogue makes one. Just put 'Rogue Violin Bass Gig Bag' in the search bar.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byEli

    fromFreedom PA

    How long will this item be on sale?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Prices are set by the manufacturer and they will stay that price until we are told to change it back.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byGlen

    fromMO

    Hello, We purchased the display Rogue VB100 today. The store had no box, and no manual, no warranty paperwork, no registration paperwork. Please help where to get it. Thank you so much.

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Rogue doesn't include any manuals or warranty paperwork with their instruments anymore. This is in an attempt to save on the paper. But the warranty is 1 year new, but used doesn't come with a warranty outside of the 45 day return policy.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byCarlos Arturo Serna Orozco

    fromMedellín Colombia

    Buenas noches. Cordial saludo. Cuánto vale el bajo violín,con envío a la ciudad de Medellín,Colombia. Muchas gracias por su atención.

    Open Reply -
    Puede agregar el artículo a su carrito y durante el check-out puede ver el precio con envío, impuestos e impuestos.