Bass of the Week: Oroboro Guitars’ Cobra 4 Blends Celluloid Craftsmanship With a Modern V Design
This week, we’re checking out the Oroboro Guitars Cobra 4 Bass Guitar, a cool and unique take on the V shape. The body is constructed from maple and poplar burl. It also features blue celluloid, one of the company’s specialties.
“At Oroboro Guitars, we understand the importance of individuality and self-expression in music,” the company writes. “Precisely for this reason, we offer the possibility to customize your guitars and basses using the precious celluloid material. Celluloid is known for its beauty and versatility, allowing you to create a unique design that fits perfectly with your style and personality.”
Its combination of matte white and natural finishes adds beautiful contrasts to the celluloid. The seven-piece neck is topped with an ebony fingerboard adorned with white resin and blue celluloid to match the aesthetic.
Oroboro fits the Cobra 4 with three Lace Aluma Bass Bar pickups. Each has its own volume pot, while a three-way switch lets you toggle which pickup you’re selecting. Other cool features include a headless design, a multi-scale neck, and a “D” neck profile.
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Oroboro Guitars Cobra 4 Bass Guitar Specs:
| Scale: | 32″ - 34″ |
| Body: | Maple, Poplar Burl, Celluloid |
| Neck: | Seven-piece Maple and Mahogany |
| Neck Shape: | D |
| Fingerboard: | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 16″ |
| Frets: | 24 |
| Inlays: | White Resin, Blue Celluloid |
| Pickups: | Lace Aluma Bass Bars |
| Electronics: | Passive |
| Bridge: | Nova Guitar Parts |
| Finish: | Matte White |
In his time with No Treble, Kevin has met hundreds of amazing bassists and interviewed icons like Jack Casady, Victor Wooten, Les Claypool, Marcus Miller, and more. He's a gigging bassist performing jazz in Northern Virginia and bluegrass with The Plate Scrapers up and down the East Coast. Kevin appreciates all genres of music, from R&B to metal and everything in between. Connect with Kevin on Facebook and check his performance schedule on his website.
