Markbass MB 4 BJB 4-String Electric Bass Guitar – Blue Sky

It is positioned as a quality, affordable instrument — aimed both at beginners and as a secondary instrument for more experienced players.

The combination of a JB-style body, two single coils and passive electronics gives the player a broad tonal palette. While many affordable basses are “one pickup/single tone”, this model gives more flexibility.

The narrower neck (mentioned in the description) makes it comfortable to play — helpful for players used to slimmer necks, or those transitioning.

The finish: the “Blue Sky” aesthetic is not only distinctive visually but is part of the branding of this series of instruments — adding value beyond just function.

Good value: Because it’s a Markbass instrument, inspected in Italy, but still positioned at an accessible price, it offers a strong value proposition.

Features

• Body: JB-style offset body made of poplar.
• Neck: Maple bolt-on neck.
• Fingerboard: Laurel, with 20 frets.
• Scale length: 34″ (864 mm) typical.
• Pickups / Electronics: Two single-coil (J/J) pickups, passive electronics with controls: Volume (neck), Volume (bridge), Tone.
• Hardware: Standard 4-saddle bridge and standard tuning machines (Markbass branded).
• Finish: “Blue Sky” colour.
• Included accessories: Gig bag (“MB Gloxy” bag) and strap included.
• Neck width / profile: Slim / narrowed neck for easier playability (especially for fingerstyle/slap).
• Suited for: Fingerstyle and slap playing, with the tonal flexibility from two single-coils giving a wide tonal palette.

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