Description
Ovation Applause Wood Classics AEB96-5E Jumbo Acoustic-Electric Bass - Black Matte is a 4-string jumbo acoustic-electric bass with a solid European spruce top, mahogany back and sides and a pinless ovangkol bridge, in an open-pore matte black finish. It has an 813 mm (32”) scale, and an Applause AP3PT preamp with tuner lets you plug straight into an amp or PA.
Specifications
| SKU | AEB96-5E |
|---|---|
| Series | Applause Wood Classics |
| Body | Jumbo |
| Strings | 4, Adamas 5300NU-M phosphor bronze bass strings (.045-.105) |
| Top | Solid European spruce |
| Back and sides | Mahogany |
| Neck | Mahogany, dovetail neck joint |
| Fingerboard | Ovangkol, dot inlays, cream binding |
| Bridge | Ovangkol, pinless |
| Frets | 20, nickel silver |
| Nut and saddle | Bone, compensated saddle |
| Binding | Cream |
| Tuners | Chrome machine heads |
| Electronics | Applause AP3PT preamp with tuner |
| Finish | Open-pore matte black |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G (standard bass) |
Measurements
| Scale length | 813 mm (32.01”) |
|---|---|
| Nut width | 43 mm (1.69”) |
WARRANTY - Ovation Limited Warranty
Common questions
Is the Ovation Applause AEB96-5E solid wood or laminate?
The Ovation Applause AEB96-5E has a solid European spruce top with mahogany back and sides. Ovation does not list the back and sides as solid.
Does the Ovation Applause AEB96-5E have a pickup?
Yes. The Ovation Applause AEB96-5E has an Applause AP3PT preamp with a built-in tuner, so it plugs straight into an amp, PA or recording interface.
How is the Ovation Applause AEB96-5E tuned?
The Ovation Applause AEB96-5E is tuned E-A-D-G, the standard tuning for a 4-string bass.
What scale length is the Ovation Applause AEB96-5E?
The Ovation Applause AEB96-5E has an 813 mm (32”) scale and a 43 mm nut, a little shorter than a standard 34” bass, which makes the jumbo body easier to reach around.
Who is the Ovation Applause AEB96-5E for?
The Ovation Applause AEB96-5E suits bass players who want a wooden jumbo acoustic bass with a natural, woody tone. Its solid spruce top gives a bright and clear sound with more warmth and volume than an all-laminate bass. The built-in pickup lets you plug into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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