Willcox Introduces Saber SL HexFX Edition Basses
Willcox is now shipping a new version of their Saber SL bass called the HexFX Edition. The new model has a 13-pin DIN connector that allows for individual string outputs in addition to the Lightwave Optical Pickup System.
“The HexFX Editions bring the individual string outputs, along with a summed mono output, to a 13-pin DIN connector,” Willcox writes. “The resulting output enables full synth access, individual string processing and modeling, and the use of a fanout box. The possibilities are limitless, and the optical pickup technology provides ultra-fast and accurate tracking, glitch-free and with no latency or false triggering.”
They add that the 13-pin output follows the Roland GK Protocol and is compatible with all of the Roland GK and Virtual Guitar modeling services. Controls for the HexFX Edition include a MIDI Volume control, a Momentary Up/Down Program Selector Switch (S1/S2), and an Output Selector Switch (Mono/Individual String/Both).
The Saber SL HexFX Edition retains the rest of the lineups features, including a solid alder body, a maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard. It’s available with a choice of four or five strings and fretted or fretless models. Prices range from $2,029 to $2,218, depending on options.
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Willcox Saber SL HexFX Edition Bass Specs:
Number of Strings: | 4 or 5 |
Scale Length: | 34″ |
Construction: | Bolt-On (5 Bolt) |
Body Wood: | Alder |
Body Finish: | Gloss Polyurethane |
Fretless Options: | Lined or Unlined |
Number of Frets: | 24 |
Neck Wood: | 3-Piece Rock Maple |
Neck Finish: | Satin Polyurethane |
Fingerboard: | Rosewood |
Fretboard Radius: | 14″ |
Neck Shape: | Low-Profile ‘C’ Neck Carve |
Inlays: | Mother-of-Pearl Dots |
Pickups: | LightWave Analog Optical Pickup |
Bridge: | Custom GraphTech Monolithic Bridges with iceTone™ Saddle |
PreAmp: | LightWave Designed Active PreAmp |
Outputs: | Standard 1/4″ Mono, 13-pin DIN Individual String |
Controls: | Master Volume, Bass Boost and Cut, Mids Boost and Cut, Mid Sweep, iceTone™ Blend, Warm/Cool Toggle Switch |
Power: | 16 Hours playing time with 1-hour recharge (Rechargeable NiMH Internal Battery) |
Accessories: | ProTec Deluxe Gig Bag, User Manual |
We now need a 4-way speaker cabinet with a speaker for each string. Please xD