Warwick RockBass Alien Deluxe Hybrid Thinline, 5-String - Natural Transparent Satin

Introduction: The Warwick RockBass Alien Deluxe Hybrid Thinline 5 is the ultimate "Swiss Army knife" for bassists who need the full range of a 5-string. With its sleek body and revolutionary dual pickup system, this bass solves the challenges of both feedback and lack of definition in the low frequencies.

Hybrid Technology: Definition in the Deep End Getting an acoustic B-string to sound clear through an amplifier can be difficult. Warwick's Hybrid system solves this by combining two worlds:

1. The Piezo System: Gives you the open, acoustic sound and the natural resonance of the wood.
2. The Magnetic Pickup: Gives the B-string the electric weight and definition needed so that the deepest notes don't get "muddy" in the mix.

The Swiss Army Knife: Three Basses in One What makes the Hybrid Thinline 5 so unique is how it changes personality with the choice of strings. You have three tools in one instrument:

• The Acoustic Tool: Use standard bronze strings (with steel core) for the traditional acoustic tone. Perfect for unplugged sessions where you need the extended range of a 5-string.
• The Electric Tool: By putting on regular nickel or steel electric bass strings, this hybrid transforms into a powerful "hollowbody" 5-string. The magnetic pickup ensures you have all the electric "punch" you need, but with an airy character you won't get in a solid-body bass.
• The Secret Weapon – Galli Black Nylon: For the ultimate jazzy and double bass-like experience, we recommend Galli G77 Black Nylon, which you can find HERE. These strings are a dream to play, reduce finger noise, and give the low B-string a warm, full sound that really sings.

Comfort and Performance: The Thinline body makes this 5-string feel light and natural against the body, almost like a regular electric bass. Its thin profile also makes it highly resistant to feedback, so you can safely use it on large stages with high volume.

Specifications:

• Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
• Sides and Back: Walnut
• Neck: Mahogany with Wenge fretboard (34" scale)
• Electronics: Shadow Hybrid system (Piezo + Magnetic)
• Included: Solid and padded RockBag® Student Line Gigbag