Build and features

If you fancy an acoustic bass but are forced to work on a low budget then you really should take a look at the VCB 430. It’s way cheaper than the rest of our selection but it has a lot more going for it than just a modest price.

The moody translucent black finish to the body and neck gives a velvety appearance and offers huge visual impact. The rosewood bridge, with the string ends neatly hidden beneath the surface, and the unassuming dot inlays on the fingerboard, also play a part in giving this bass a superior overall look.

With the multiply binding kept purely to the body and the use of a diminutive headstock size and shape this is neatly elevated into a class way above its price point. However, if this rather distinctive presentation is not to your liking then a natural finish with a satin flame maple top is also available at the same price.

Again the VCB 430 has just the endpin/jack socket as the only means of using a strap so a second button will be required if you don’t want to sit and play all the time.

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