Sound Pure's Take
While the words "short scale" and "five string bass" can be hard to reconcile in the same sentence for some, Jake Serek has done it again folks! The MW2 5-string will wow you balancing low end response and ease of navigation. You've simply never had this easy a time wrangling that 5th string! The Nordstrand Big Blades are clear as a bell and tilt towards a modern sound while retaining plenty of thump and warmth, and at just under 7 lbs the slim and trim mahogany body makes for a delightfully lightweight "big" bass!
From Serek Basses
The Midwestern 2 takes a more modern approach than its sibling, the original Midwestern bass. Updates include a sleek new design with body contours and a lower cutaway for full access to 21 frets. The Midwestern 2 is made up of a lightweight Mahogany body and the same 30.5″ scale Mahogany set neck found on the Midwestern. This bass can also be made in 32” scale, and with either 4 or 5 strings for those looking to extend their sonic range.
Model: Midwestern II 5-String
Serial: MW2-228
Weight: 6.95 lbs
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Finish Color: Tobacco Burst
Nut Width: 1 7/8"
Nut Type: Bone
Fingerboard: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 12" - 14" Compound
Frets: 21 Med/Wide Nickel
Scale: 32"
Neck Pickup: Nordstrand Big Blades
Bridge Pickup: Nordstrand Big Blades
Pickguard: Parchment Pearl
Bridge: Hipshot
Body Thickness: 1 3/8"
Overall Length: 42"
Tuners: Hipshot Ultralite
Tuning Keys: Mini Clover
Strings: Hi-Beams
Case: Serek Sleeve
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