Howard Core Academy A40-BLACK Model Bass Outfit

The Howard Core Academy A40 Bass combines striking aesthetics with reliable performance, making it a showpiece both visually and musically. Its bold tuxedo-style black finish with elegant white pinstripe outlines ensures it stands out on stage, while its robust construction and powerful tone make it an ideal companion for jazz, bluegrass, swing, and rockabilly performers alike.

Built with a fully laminated spruce and maple body, the A40 offers impressive durability and tonal consistency in all environments. Its sound is warm, full, and responsive, equally suited for pizzicato and slap techniques. The bass projects with strength and clarity, making it a versatile choice for players who need both rugged dependability and musical expressiveness.

Fitted with an ebony fingerboard and maple adjustable bridge, this instrument ensures smooth playability and precise action. The Rotosound strings provide a deep, punchy tone with flexible response—ideal for dynamic performance styles. Designed for advancing students, gigging bassists, and working musicians, the A40 is built to perform, travel, and turn heads wherever it goes.

Key Features
• Tuxedo-style gloss black finish with white pinstripe trim
• Fully laminated spruce and maple construction for durability
• Warm, balanced tone with strong projection and sustain
• Ebony fingerboard and fittings for smooth, precise playability
• Adjustable maple bridge for custom setup preferences
• Rotosound strings optimized for both pizzicato and slap performance
• 3/4 size — ideal for jazz, bluegrass, swing, and stage work

Specifications

Size: 3/4 (Full Size)
Top: Fully Laminated Spruce
Back & Sides: Fully Laminated Maple
Finish: Gloss Black with White Pinstripe Trim
Fingerboard & Fittings: Ebony
Bridge: Maple Adjustable Bridge
Strings: Rotosound – Optimized for Pizzicato & Slap Styles
Tone Quality: Warm, Full, and Punchy with Excellent Sustain
Setup: Professionally Adjusted by Howard Core Workshop