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Steve VaiLegacy III

Allan HoldsworthHH Series Guitars

CARVIN has been serving the music com-munity since 1946. Whether it’s in the heart of Africa, Middle East, all of Asia, Europe, Russia, South America or even our friends

down under in Australia, Carvin is used everywhere.

Touring pro-f e s s i o n a l s ,

houses of worship, theaters, bands and local clubs are choosing Carvin for their instrument, amplification and pro sound needs. Musicians like Frank Zappa, Steve Vai, Joe Walsh and Frank Gambale and many others have been part of Carvin’s history.

Custom Guitar ShopTogether with Carvin and your dealer, you can order your own “special design”custom guitar. Or, choose from your dealer’s

stock of Carvin models. Carvin of fers a vast list of models, w o o d , c o l o r and electronics

to choose from. With Carvin’s custom shop you now have more choices than ever to create your own custom instrument. Options like bird’s eye maple, Spalted Maple and Burl Maple and stainless steel frets are avail-

able on every model. Deep stained finishes c o m p l i m e n t t h e beauty of our highly figured maple tops.

Carvin pickups are renown for their excellent tone. Our modern Custom Shop is equipped with the finest guitar build-ing equipment in the industry.

CARVIN U.S.A.

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Made in the USACarvin’s commitment to manufacture in the USA is part of our 65 year history. Guarding not only our own handmade craftsmanship, and the quality of materials is essential to every Carvin product.

WarrantyEvery product includes a full limited warranty protecting every speaker, electronics for 2 years, 3 years for power amps and all guitars for 5 years against defects.

Engineering DesignThe engineering and design is what you’d expect from a world class high-end manu-facturer.

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ARTIST NEWS

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Carvin has been working with guitarist Allan Holdsworth for almost 2 decades. In the last few years, Allan had challenged Carvin to create a new headless guitar as he longed for the tone, comfort and playability of his signature Carvin guitars, but without a headstock.

Carvin’s Custom Shop reviewed a number of bridge systems that would allow for a headless guitar. There were many hurdles but persistence and patience on behalf of both Allan and Carvin has paid off.

Carvin is proud to offer the HH1 and HH2 Allan Holdsworth guitars. The guitars feature an all new bridge system available in both fixed and tremolo flavors. The guitar features Allan’s rear neck profile which is slightly rounder than other Carvin guitars. It also features Allan’s H22 Signature Humbuckers. By eliminating the headstock, the guitar’s overall size dramatically reduces to what many consider to be a “travel size” guitar. As with all Carvin electric guitars, the HH series can be ordered with a vast selection of wood, color and pickup combinations.

Carvin’s California Single is now available with 24 frets. The CT624 has paved the way for a CS624 as players continue to request this from the Custom Shop.In late 2011, Carvin unveiled the new DC800 8-string guitar. 8-string ERG’s (Extended Range Guitars) are popping up in many new prog-metal bands. With only a few brands offering an 8-string guitar, Carvin has the edge over the competition by offering a USA made 8-string with all of our Custom Shop offerings.

Carvin is now offering the MB210 as an addition to our popu-lar Micro Bass amps. As the model mumber indicates, this is a 2x10” combo that utilizes the same amp as the other MB combos. The MB210 offers the tight tone associated with 10” drivers while remaining portable and lightweight.

Carvin’s line of X-Drive™ processors are expanding into dedi-cated digital EQ. The EQ230 and EQ430 are 2 and 4 channel digital EQs respectively. Both offer 30 bands of precision dig-ital EQ processing ideal for both stage monitors or front-of-house. The X-Drive™ software allows for easy control from a laptop and offers the convenience of storing and recalling various settings.

Allan Holdsworth and the NEW HH guitar

New Gear for the New Year

AMP COLOR GUIDE

hot white bronco red jungle bark tweedpython snakeskin

V3MC - python snakeskin

MB12 - red jungle bark112 Nomad - tweed

VINTAGE 16 - hot white bronco

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country western navy bronco forest green brown marvelon

X100B - brown marvelon

BR210N - navy bronco

AG100D - forest green

Bel Air - country westernMB12 - red jungle bark

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V3M 50w 3 Channel Tube Head with backlit LEDsOptions: Gig bag: CBV3M

V3 AMPS

Channel 1 & 2 Channels 1 and 2 are identical drive channels with high gain suitable for any style of rock or metal. The drive character switches and EQ provide a wide variation of tones from classic rock to the deepest metal crunch. The all-tube design infuses rich harmonics to every distortion setting. Toggle between Channels 1 & 2 with a single switch on the optional FS44L-V3M footswitch.

Channel 3 Channel 3 is the clean channel with plenty of headroom for powerful country twang or smooth jazz. The clean tone is very smooth, warm and musical on the regular setting. Choose the Bright setting for a punchy clean tone with a high end snap that is ideal for country. Or, kick it into a vintage overdrive for blues with the SOAK switch. There are plenty of har-monically rich mild distortion settings by simply varying the Drive control.

MasterThe master section features a Master Volume, Footswitchable Boost and Reverb. The variable boost control is located on the back of the amp. Reverb and boost are footswitchable with the optional FS44L-V3M.

The V3M was NAMM’s “Best Overall Winner” not only because of its compact size and features but also because it can cover “Country”, “Blues”, “Jazz”, and “Metal” all in a 19 lb package. This amp drives a 4x12 half stack and is switch-able from 50w, 22w or 7w. The V3MC is a compact 112 combo - perfect for club gigs, recording & rehearsals. The all-tube design, 3 character drive switches on each channel, reverb & expanded EQ controls makes the V3M one of the most versatile and compact amps ever.

EL84 12AX7

FS44L-V3M fooswitch

V3M Head /Combo SpecsOutput Power: 50/22/7 wattsInput Impedance: 220k ohmsOutput Impedance: 4, 8, or 16 ohms5 - 12AX7 and 4 - matched EL84sEffect Loops: Buffered120/250VAC 50/60Hzs, 300VAV3M: 38cm W x 21.5cm D x 17.8cm H, 8.6 kgsV3MC: 40.6cm W x 23.6cm D x 45cm H Wt: 16 kgs

V3MC Combo with GT12 speakeroptions: Celestion Vintage 30: V30, Cover: V3MC

112V GT12 12” speaker, closed

or open back212S

Two GT12 12” speakers,

closed or open backV3MRP rackmount brackets 4U (rack case not included)

OPTIONAL COLORS

white

country western

red jungle bark

navy bronco forest green brown marvelon

tweedpython snakeskin

V3M rear

V3MC Rear

CBV3M Padded gig bag for V3M

head, footswitch & cables

CELESTION VINTAGE 30 OPTION: V30 CELESTION VINTAGE 30 OPTION: V30-2

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Rear PanelThe rear offers an Effects Loop, Boost level control, Cabinet Voiced Line Out, Footswitch jacks, Power Mode switches and Speaker jacks with Impedance switch. It also features On/Off and Blue to Red switches for the internal LEDs - V3M head only.

NOW WITH REVERB

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FS44L-V3M fooswitch

V3MC Combo with GT12 speakeroptions: Celestion Vintage 30: V30, Cover: V3MC

CELESTION VINTAGE 30 OPTION: V30-2

50w

V3L Head /Combo SpecsOutput Power: 100 watts/50 wattsInput Impedance: 220k ohmsOutput Impedance: 4, 8, or 16 ohms5 - 12AX7 and 4 - matched EL34sEffects Loops: BufferedMIDI In/THru120VAC, 300VA, circuit breakerSize: 24.5W x 9.5D x 10.5H, 35 LBS

The 100w V3 has been heralded as “boutique toned nu-metal, old metal, hard rock, classic rock, jazz and blues amp”. The all-tube design provides har-monically rich tone on all 3 channels. hich can be assigned to any chan-nel along with the two Smart Effect Loops. MIDI ready for storing and recalling channel/boost/effect loop combinations with a MIDI controller.

EL34 12AX7

AMP HEAD V3

100w 3 Channel Tube Head with reverb & backlit LEDs Options: V3PSS Polished Stainless Steel Front Panel (self install) , CV3200 cover

MADE IN

USAMADE IN

USA

V3-212

V3 Short Stack : V3, 212V, C5S cable

CABINETS 412VT/412VB

4 GT12 speakersTop & Bottom 4x12 CabinetClosed back• Impedance: Stereo (8Ω) Mono (16Ω) Premium 13-ply Poplar Hardwood,Metal corners, Metal grill, 300w• Size: 30W x 14.5D x 30”H,

Wt 90 lbs

Options: CV3200, CV3212 covers

SHORT STACK

CELESTION VINTAGE 30 OPTION V30-2

3 Channels + vol boost

OPTIONAL COLORS

white country western

Red Jungle Bark Navy Bronco

Emerald Green

Brown MarvelonTweed

Python Snakeskin

V3L Head Output Power: 100 watts/50 wattsOutput Impedance: 4, 8, or 16 ohms5 - 12AX7 and 4 - EL34s120/250VAC 50/60HzSize: 24.5W x 9.5D x 10.5H, 35 LBS

Nikki KinVains of Jenna

Bernie VersaillesRedemption

100w

“Though designed to produce the high-gain, heavy-bottom tones that metal players crave, the V3 is a highly fl exible amp that can work well for lots of different styles...The V3 is extremely loud, and while the half-power switch does help make this amp more civil in smaller rooms, it’s still a raging beast when you crank up the masters and let it rip...The V3 offers a lot of value by providing most of the key features of the higher-priced amps at a price that is hundreds of dollars less than many of its competitors.” - Art Thompson - Guitar Player Magazine

REVIEWS

“This amp shreds, it does two times the work of Mesa at 1/2 the price. This amp has been added to my ar-senal and I have bands fighting over it night after night. And on top of that it is made in the USA!” -Don Lithgow from DML Studios has recorded top bands like Blink 182, Finch, Unwritten Law, New Found Glory & Ike Turner.

“I’ve owned three Marshalls which were nothing compared to my V3! The variation of tone and gain on all three channels makes the V3 a MONSTER guitar amp. Thank you Carvin!” -Glenn Smith Lakeland, FL

“I have played guitar for over 25 years now. And like most guitarists, I have been on an endless quest for the “perfect” sound. I have had my V3 for about eight months now and I can tell you, my search is over. The V3 can dial in any sound I need from the heaviest sustain, to the sweetest clean and all points inbetween. I cannot imagine myself ever wanting any other amp....” -Ralph Prince Prarie Grove, AR

CUSTOMER COMMENTS

Shown with optional Polished Steel panel and Python Snakeskin Vinyl

Shown with standard front panel

NOW WITH CHANNEL

ASSIGNABLE REVERB

NOW WITH REVERB

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VL300• All-Tube, 3 Channel 100w Amp• Rackmountable - lightest 100w in the industry• Master Volume - foot switchable boost• Ch 1 Clean Channel• Ch 2 Drive Channel• Ch 3 Drive Channel with high-gain switch• Ch assignable Reverb • 2 Effect Loops: 1 pre master & 1 post master• MIDI In/Thru• Red/Amber/Green backlit LEDs color changes with channel• Output: 100/50/15 watts• Output Imp: 4, 8, or 16 ohms• 12AX7 preamp tubes • 4 matched EL34 power tubes• Optional Vai green• 17”w x 9”d x 8.5”h• 29 Lbs (13kgs)• Made in USA

Legacy III

EL34 12AX7

C212S 2X12” cabinet• 2 Celestion Vintage 30s

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X 1 0 0 B

The X100B series tube amps were a mainstay on many arena stages and MTV videos throughout the 1980’s. Artists such as Frank Zappa, Craig Chaquico with Jefferson Starship, Warrant, Warren Cuccurullo with Missing Persons, and Steve Vai all played X100B amps. Frank Zappa raved about the Clean channel on this amp. Steve Vai recorded a song called “Blue Powder” (available on his CD Passion and Warfare) featuring the X100B.

AMP HEADX100B

2 Channel 100w HeadOptional CV3200 cover

GX412T/GX412BTop & Bottom 4x12 Cabinet4 GT12 speakers Closed back (Vintage 30 speakers optional) • Premium 13-ply Poplar Hardwood, Impedance: Stereo (4Ω) Mono (8Ω) • Size: 77cm W x 37cm D x 77cm H,

Wt 41 kgs

OPTIOnS: V30-4 Celestion Vintage 30s , CVS412T/CVS412B cover

TS100100w (50/50W) Tube Power AmpT U B E P O W E R A M P

The TS100 all-tube power amp is the ideal amp for rackmounted guitar preamps as well as adding additional power for extension guitar amp cabinets. Artists such as Steve Vai use the TS100 to power external cabinets. Use each 50w channel for a stereo rig or bridged for a full 100w. • 4 12AX7 • 4 EL34’s • Internal bias selection for EL34 or 5881 • A Presence control is featured on each channel to enhance clarity • 4, 8 & 16 ohm impedance switch • All steel chassis • Dim: 2U 9cm H x 48cm W x 25cm D • Wt: 11kgs • Made in USA

Frank Zappa

SEE PG 4 &5 FOR COLOR OPTIONS

SHORT STACKX100B212

X100B, G212E, C5S cables

EL34 12AX7

EL34 12AX7

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Bel Air 50w Dual 12” Vintage Amp

Nomad, Bel Air & VT50 head• NOMAD: one 12” & BEL AIR: two 12” GT12 speakers• 2 channels - Clean & Soak - separate BASS/MID/TrEBLE• Ideal for both mic’d recording and small stage rigs• SOAK control - clean crunch to sweet vintage overdrive• All tube - 12AX7 preamp tubes, EL84 power tubes• Clean channel Acoustic PrESEnCE for shimmering highs• Premium 13-ply Poplar Hardwood enclosure• Output: 50 watts - 4Ω, 8Ω and 16Ω switch• Classic reverb • Effects Loop• 112 nOMAD: 50cm W x 26cm D x 45cm H, 18 kg• 212 BEL AIr: 66cm W x 26cm D x 45cm H, 23 kgs• VT50 HEAD: 22.5W x 10.5D x 9.5H, 12 kgs

VT16-112 Mini StackVT16 Head, 112E cabinet

V I N T A G E S E R I E S G U I T A R A M P S

Vintage 16 & VT16 head• 16w Class A/B or 5w Triode mode• SOAK control - creamy cleans to crunch • Wide bass, mid and treble control range• Classic Long Tail reverb• Impedance switch: 8Ω,16Ω• Hand crafted in a plywood tweed enclosure• Vintage 16: GT12 speaker - the sweetest sound for single coils and humbuckers

shown in optional black

shown in standard tweed vinyl

shown in white

shown in standard tweed vinyl

CELESTION VINTAGE 30 OPTION V30-2

Nomad 50w Single 12” Vintage AmpCELESTION VINTAGE 30 V30

VT50 50w Vintage Amp head

FS22Footswitch for Channels & Effects

MADE IN

USAMADE IN

USA

Vintage 1616/5w Pentode/Triode Vintage Amp

V T16 Head16/5w Pentode/Triode Mini Head

OPTIONAL COLORS

white

country western

red jungle bark

navy bronco emerald green brown marvelon

tweedpython snakeskin

EL84 12AX7

Joe Walsh - Eagles

EL84 12AX7

shown in White Hot Bronco

Shown in Navy Bronco

VT16-212 Mini StackVT16 Head, 212E cabinet

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CELESTION VINTAGE 30 OPTION V30

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• 1500w @ 4 ohms bridged• 750w @ 4 ohms per channel• 12AX7 Preamp tube• Mute - Active/Pasive switch• 4 EQ sections - Contour, Tone, Parametric, 9-band Graphic• Compressor• Phones/Tuner output• Pre/Post DI XLR out

• 700w @ 8 ohms• 1300w @ 4 ohms• 2050w @ 2 ohms• 12AX7 Preamp tube• Mute - Active/Pasive switch• 6 EQ bands • Phones/Tuner output• Pre/Post DI XLR out

BX1500 Dual Mono Block The BX1500 dual mono block rack mount bass head delivers huge power that’s rich and warm all generated from discrete Class A preamps and 12AX7 tube driven power amps. The CLASS D power amps feature high current, high speed FET output devices for optimal 2 ohm operation.BIAMP POWER: 2 power amps de-liver 300w at 8 ohm, 450w at 4 ohm, and 750w at 2 ohm each4 EQ sections: Contour Control, 3 mid sweeps with Bass and Treble plus a 9 band graphic• HI and LO amp controls with Crossover control.

• Rear XLR Balanced DIRECT output with Level control - pre/post switch• 3 High current Speakon™ ¼-inch combo speaker connectors• Rear Effects loop, amp patch in-serts and tuner output• 2U 48.3 W x10.5 D x 9cm H 4.5 kgs• Made in the USA

12AX7PREAMP TUBE

B2000 2000W MONO BLOCK

TUBEBYPASS

Optional FS22 footswitch for mute & effects loop

Optional FS22 footswitch for mute & effects loop

12AX7PREAMP TUBE

The B2000 mono block bass head is “King” delivering 2000w of rich, warm tones all generated from discrete Class A preamps and 12AX7 tube driven power amp. The EQ sections offers 6 bands of EQ that’s easy to dial in. This is one powerful head delivering 700w at 8 ohm, 1300w at 4ohm, 2050w at 2 ohm and its ultra-light 13 lbs is a bonus to bass players.• rich, warm 12AX7 tube drives the power amp and features a rear In/Out switch • 6 EQ bands: SuB BASS, BASS, LOW MID, MID, HIGH MID and TrEBLE• A conveniently located Mute switch and an Active/Passive switch tailors the input for different pickup configurations• Drive Level works with the Master volume to adjust input levels & harmonic content

• Built-in limiter to prevent power amp clipping, which helps to protect drivers• The rear panel features an XLr Balanced DIrECT output with Level control and pre or post switch• 2 High current Speakon™ ¼-inch combo speaker connectors• Front panel effects loop switch, rear panel Effect loop & un-muted tuner jacks• The high headroom reveals its high dynamic power from the Switchmode p o w e r s u p p l y t h a t o p e r a t e s a t 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 H z d e l i v e r i n g m a x i m u m efficiency while reducing weight • The CLASS A/B tracking output is very efficient no wasted heat or energy • Size: 2U 48.3 W x10.5 D x 9cm H, 5 kgs

H I G H P O W E R B A S S A M P L I F I C A T I O N

Nomad, Bel Air & VT50 head• NOMAD: one 12” & BEL AIR: two 12” GT12 speakers• 2 channels - Clean & Soak - separate BASS/MID/TrEBLE• Ideal for both mic’d recording and small stage rigs• SOAK control - clean crunch to sweet vintage overdrive• All tube - 12AX7 preamp tubes, EL84 power tubes• Clean channel Acoustic PrESEnCE for shimmering highs• Premium 13-ply Poplar Hardwood enclosure• Output: 50 watts - 4Ω, 8Ω and 16Ω switch• Classic reverb • Effects Loop• 112 nOMAD: 50cm W x 26cm D x 45cm H, 18 kg• 212 BEL AIr: 66cm W x 26cm D x 45cm H, 23 kgs• VT50 HEAD: 22.5W x 10.5D x 9.5H, 12 kgs

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LIGHTWEIGHT -2.6 kgsBX500 500W MONO BLOCk BASS AMP

BX250 250W MONO BLOCk BASS HEAd

The BX500 is a sleek bass head with easy to read instrument knobs offering an array of features - 4 EQ sections, 12AX7 tube, high power and an ultralight 2.6 kgs chassis. Beneath the sharply dressed exterior, the BX500 has unsurpassed versatility, great power and useful features.• 300w RMS at 8 ohm, 500w at 4 ohm and 500w at 2 ohm• A rich, warm 12AX7 tube drives the Class D power amp• A powerful 4-band, two sweep tone control section offers parametric frequency changes to the LOW MIDS and HI MIDS along with the BASS and TREBLE for unlimited tone shaping• The 9-band graphic EQ is foot switchable• A single knob compressor keeps your peaks in check • A Drive knob, Master plus Mute controls all your levels

• Active/Passive switch for different pickup configurations• Two combination Speakon™ - 1/4” outputs, 2 ohm operation switch, footswitch, balanced XLR, tuner/headphone output, effects loop and tube bypass switch are located on the rear panel• The CLASS D output feature high current, high speed FET’s for continuous 2 ohm operation• The Switchmode power supply operates at 100,000 Hz delivering maximum efficiency while reducing weight. • The head runs cool from its 94% efficiency - no wasted heat or energy from the AC plug • Auto-switching AC input for 120V 60 Hz or 240V 50 Hz• 35cm W x 22cm D x 7cm H, Wt 2.6 kgs , optional rackmount• Made in the USA.

Optional BX500RP 2U rack mount kit

Optional FS22 footswitch for

mute & 9 band EQ

Optional SV2 2U rack mount case

“The sound is very linear and natural…Surprising volume and low-end…The BX500 amp is six pounds of power with a metric ton of pro features” – Vintage Magazine - Phil Feser

REVIEW

Phil Martin & Darryl WilliamsHear the BX500

The same design as the MB combos, the BX250 bass head delivers 250w into two 8 ohm or one 4 ohm cabinet in a micro package. Easy to transport in a laptop case. Perfect for club gigs. Fabulous tone with the power to back it up. 1.45 kg. Size: 25.4cm W x 18.2cm D x 9.4cm H

BX250 250w head

BX250 Rear

• 250w @ 4 ohms• 200w @ 8 ohms• Mute - Active/Pasive switch• 3 EQ sections - Contour, Tone, Parametric• Compressor• Phones/Tuner output• Pre/Post DI XLR out

• 500w @ 2 & 4 ohms• 300w @ 8 ohms• 12AX7 Preamp tube• Mute - Active/Pasive switch• 4 EQ sections - Contour, Tone, Parametric, 9-band Graphic• Compressor• Phones/Tuner output• Pre/Post DI XLR out

LIGHTWEIGHT -1.5 kgs

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MB15 250w

10” woofer/HF driver

The MB10 Micro Bass is one astonishing micro bass amp that really delivers the punch and tone for bass guitar. You would be surprised at how much volume and deep tone this 10-inch this system delivers. Considering 250w of clean rMS, you can understand that it has the power to out perform anything in its class. The nEO Titanium tweeter adds to the upper harmon-ics. The micro size is only 32W x 29D x 47cm H and weight 10 kgs. Any professional will be impressed with the MB10’s light weight, power and tone.

The MB12 3-Way NEO Micro Bass is a 12-inch system that covers the complete audio spectrum for bass gui-tar. The nEO 12” offers the deep bass efficiency of a big-ger driver but retains the compactness of a micro amp. The nEO 6” mid-range reproduces all the tones that woofers don’t capture. The nEO Titanium tweeter adds to the upper harmonics. The micro size is only 43W x 30D x 48cm H and weights 14 kgs. The MB12 is the superior Micro bass combo.

The MB15 Micro Bass is a 15-inch system is not much large than the BX10 but has a fuller sound from a 15” woofer. The MB15 delivers the results you would expect from a more powerful 15” bass system, thanks to the 250w of clean rMS power. The nEO Titanium tweeter adds to the upper harmonics. The micro size is a pleasure to carry because it’s only 43W x 30D x 48cm H and weights 13.6 kgs. You will be impressed with the MB15 performance.

MB10 250w

Micro Bass Combos The internal BX head delivers 250w rMS at 4 ohms (with 8 ohms ext. speaker) and 200w rMS into each of the 8 ohm Micro Bass models. The Class D power amp is 94% efficient delivering not only its full rMS but doing it very efficiently taking less AC power from the wall. Typical THD is less than .1% for ultra low distortion keeping your bass clean and the tone pure in every respect. See BX500 for more details.• The BX pre-amp is the state-of the-art with a Drive knob to control the harmonic content (clean to clipping) and dual Parametric EQ to select all the sweet tones of your bass. The Contour, Bass and Treble controls deliver deep bass and brilliant highs. • Includes Active and Mute switches • The pre amp Direct Out XLr is pre or post selectable for the house pa or recording and includes a ground lift and Level control • The Master level controls the speakers while the ID level controls the pre-amp output including the Phone/Tuner. The tweeter features a DIM switch to control the brightness of your sound. • Poplar plywood enclosures covered with optional Tolex colors.

M I C R O B A S S S E R I E S

SEE PG 4 &5 FOR COLOR OPTIONS

15” woofer/HF driver

MB210 250wThe MB210 offers a dual 10” cabinet with the 250w amp built right in. The combo is ported to handle a response all the way down to 65 Hz. Dual 10” is by far one of the most popular bass enclosure configuration due to the portability and tight sounding response. The MB210 combo is a powerful lightweight combo ideal for rehearsals and club gigs. 12.75” wide X 11.5” deep X 24.5” high, 36lbs

MB12 250w

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Various headstock shapes along with your choice of exotic woods. Sperzel locking tuners, graphite nut and the tilt-back headstock all contribute to pure tone and rock-solid tuning stability. No string tree needed for clean solid open notes!

Your choice of 10”, 12”, 14” & 20” fingerboard radii along with your pref-erence of 3 different Nickle-Silver and 2 Stainless Steel fretwire profiles.

Carvin Classic Alnico-V humbuckers offer incredible warmth and definition. Many optional models and colors to choose from.

Ebony, Rosewood, Bird’s Eye & hard rock Maple fingerboards are available along with your choice of inlays: dot, block and diamond shapes available in white Mother of Pearl & Abalone.

Your choice of a fixed bridge, Tune-o-matic bridge, Wilkinson tremolo, Original Floyd Rose or Bigsby vibrato.

Carvin’s USA Custom Shop offers boutique craftsman-ship along with the finest wood, hardware and build quality. The choices are vast.

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5 Year WarrantyAll Custom Shop guitars & basses carry a 5 year limited warranty against manufacturing defects.

Carvin installs and registers the SNAGG™ microchip in every guitar and bass ($50 value). The hidden micro-chip carries its own registra-tion number documenting your ownership. If your instrument is ever lost or stolen, once

scanned, will identify the rightful owner. For more visit snagg.com.

Our modern 7,500 square meter plant in San Diego is equipped with the finest guitar building machinery in the industry. The use of high quality tone woods and our constant improvement in manufacturing meth-ods are an ongoing quest at Carvin. Several years ago we began to cycle all of our necks and finger-boards through a long conditioning process in our de-humidification chambers. What this does is remove any possible stress in the wood. Stress in the wood is what causes your neck to warp or twist, and it may not fully develop for months or years after an instru-ment is built. This painstaking extra step is one of the reasons why our guitars and basses are known for their longevity and consistent playability.

woods and finishesO p t i o n a l b o d y w o o d s ( s e e p r i c e l i s t )

O p t i o n a l B o d y T o p w o o d s ( s e e p r i c e l i s t )

Flamed Maple produces singing highs with a tight low end. Sound’s wonderful over our stan-dard Maple neck/Alder body or Mahogany.

Quilted Maple produces similar tones to Flamed C u r l y M a p l e . T h e quilted figure can vary from large to smaller pockets.

Besides i ts exot ic Hawaiian Island appeal & rarity, a guitar built with a Flamed Curly Koa top will give added sweetness and pro-nounced midrange.

Carvin uses the fin-est 4A Curly Spalted maple available. This exotic wood comes from dying-standing trees, which gives this wood its unique old-world look.

Cedar has a very warm tone. It has been used for hundreds of years on classical and fla-menco guitars. It is the standard top on Carvin’s CL450 nylon string guitar.

We use premium Eas te rn hard rock maple for neck wood for its proven strength and stability. As a body wood, hard rock maple being very heavy and dense delivers a bright sustaining tone.

Alder is a classic tone wood – used in solid body electric guitars since the ‘50’s. It is s tandard on most Carvin models

Genuine Mahogany is a classic tone wood. C o m b i n e d w i t h a flamed or quilted maple top, gives great sustain and warmth.

Swamp Ash, which comes from Southern swamps, is light in color with rich grain patterns and delivers slightly less midrange with full low-end and nice singing highs.

B lack wa lnu t has medium dark beauti-ful grain patterns, is slightly heavier than Mahogany, and has a warm, growling low end and a bright top end.

Koa has warmth and susta in s imi lar to Mahogany and also possesses the clear open tone of Alder. Koa looks wonderful whether you choose a tung oiled, satin or gloss finish.

A Claro walnut top will add a brighter tone in the upper register with a darker growl-ing low end. The figure can have variations of brown and black.

AAAA Flamed Curly Maple (North West USA)

Figured Claro Walnut (California)

Flamed Curly Koa (Hawaiian Islands)

AAAA Quilted Maple (North West USA)

Spalted Curly Maple (Western Canada)

Cedar (Canada) for acoustics

Hard Rock Maple (N. East USA)

Genuine Mahogany (Honduras)

Koa (Hawaiian Islands)

Black Walnut (Eastern USA)

Swamp Ash (Southern USA)

Alder (North West USA)

FSK Black Stain

QSK Black Stain

S t a n d a r d S o l i d C o l o r s N/C

TG Emerald Green

TY Vintage Yellow TT Tobacco BurstTS Cherry Burst

QTG Emerald Green

FTT Tobacco Burst

QTE Greenburst QTL Blue Burst

QTC Clear FinishQTD Classic BurstQTT Tobacco Burst

QTS Cherry BurstQTR Crimson Red

B Jet Black

QSA Antique Brown StainQSR Ruby Red Stain

FSR Ruby Red StainFTU Sunset Burst

FTE Green Burst

QTU Sunset Burst

FTL Blue Burst

QSU Umber Stain

FTD Classic Burst

FTS Cherry Burst FTR Crimson Red FTP Purple FTG Emerald Green FTY Vintage Yellow

QTY Vintage YellowQTB Sapphire Blue

FTB Sapphire Blue

TE Green Burst TL Blue BurstTR Cherry Red TB Sapphire Blue

O p t i o n a l T r a n s l u c e n t F i n i s h e s $ 6 0 $ 3 0 ( s h o w n o n s t a n d a r d A l d e r )

BM Blue Mist

SG Seafoam Green

M e t a l l i c C o l o r s $ 1 0 0 $ 5 0

QSS Umber Stain with Sunset Burst

FSS Umber Stain with Sunset Burst

TP Purple

TD Classic Burst

QTP Translucent Purple

FTC Clear FinishFSA Antique Brown Stain

W Classic White

O p t i o n a l F l a m e M a p l e F i n i s h e s $ 3 6 0 $ 1 8 0

FSU Umber Stain

TU Sunset Burst

Printed representations of paint & wood colors may vary slightly to the real instrument.

O p t i o n a l Q u i l t e d M a p l e F i n i s h e s $ 5 4 0 $ 2 7 0

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CR Candy Red

RG Radiation Green

WW White White R Ferrari Red

PB Pearl Blue

VC Vintage Cream

FTH Honey Burst

QTH Honey Burst

THY Honey Burst

See pg 9 for Deep Triple Step colors

TPB Translucent Pearl Blue

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Cream coils & black bezel (403)Cream coils & bezel (402)

Cream & black coils & black bezel (406) Cream & black coils & cream bezel (407)

O p t i o n a lP i c k u p C o l o r sBlack Pickups are Standard

Custom shop features and options

ETR optional engraved truss rod cover makes a great personalized addition to your cus-tom guitar. Specify 1 or 2 lines. Up to ten characters per line.

OPTIONS — GUITARS AND BASSES (Certain options not available on some models) Exotic Woods and FinishesNote: You can add a translucent color to the gloss wood finishes below. (example NMAH + tt = Mahogany wood with translucent tobacco sunburst gloss finish)ASH Swamp Ash body MAH Maple neck & mahogany body NMAH Mahogany neck & mahogany body WAL Maple neck & walnut bodyNWAL Walnut neck & walnut body KoA Maple neck & koa bodyNKoA Koa neck & koa bodytC Maple neck & body (increases instrument weight by .5kg)Mt Maple top, book matched (Acoustics: MtA)Ht Mahogany top, book matched (Acoustics: HtA)Kt Koa top, book matched (Acoustics: KtA)Wt Walnut top, book matched (Acoustics: WtA) FW Figured walnut top, book matched (Acoustics: FWtA) FK Flamed koa top, book matched (Acoustics: FKtA) SM Curly Spalted Maple top, book matched (Acoustics: SMtA) UM Burl Bird’s eye Maple top CG Clear high gloss finishCS Clear matte satin finish tF tung oil satin finishBSt Black bursted edge over optional wood or colorCSt Cherry bursted edge over optional wood or colorSSt Sunset bursted edge over optional wood or colorDtS Deep triple step stain (only available with flame or quilted maple top)

Body and Neck OptionsL Lefthand model (certain models and options not available)RB Fully rounded body edges5M 5-piece Laminated maple neck with two koa stripes 5MW 5-piece Laminated maple neck with two walnut stripes5WM 5-piece Laminated walnut neck with two maple stripes5H 5-piece Laminated mahogany neck with two maple stripes5K 5-piece Laminated koa neck with two maple stripesFMN Flame Maple NeckNS optional 5-piece neck is covered by optional figured top tN tung oil finish back of neckCSN Clear Satin back of neck (natural wood finish)PSN Painted Satin back of neck (matches body color)

Headstock OptionstH traditional headstock with 3 + 3 tuners as on Ae185, 2 + 2 on 4-string bassesSBH SB4000 style headstock (available for 6-string guitar, 4 and 5 string basses)CtH Ct6 headstock shape with 3 + 3 tuners as on Ct6, 2 + 2 on 4-string bassesPH Headstock to match body colorBPH Black painted headstock KPH Koa headstock overlayWPH Walnut headstock overlayFWPH Figured Claro Walnut headstock overlay FKPH Flamed Koa headstock overlay SMPH Spalted Maple Headstock overlayUMPH Burl Bird’s eye Maple Headstock FPH AAAA Flamed maple headstock overlayQPH AAAA Quilted maple headstock overlayABL Abalone Carvin headstock logoGL Gold plated metal Carvin logo on Headstock (as on Ct6 Carved top)etR engraved truss rod cover (personalized with your name)

With more choices of woods, finishes, and options than ever before you can order most Carvin models in over 50,000 different combinations and not have the same instrument built alike. What’s even better, Carvin’s custom shop is building each instrument to the exact detail and shipping it

within 6 weeks (on most orders). this is made possible by our efficient method of keeping all components such as necks, fingerboards, pickups and hard-ware in stock. Build your guitar online at Carvinworld.com

Black coils & cream bezel (408)

Fingerboard OptionsRWF Rosewood fingerboardMF Maple fingerboard with black dots (N/A with block inlays)BMF Bird’s eye maple fingerboard with black dots (N/A with block inlays)FMF Flame maple fingerboard w/ black dots (N/A with block or sig. inlays)R10 10” fingerboard radius (N/A on H2, HF2, CL450, NS1 or 5 & 6 string basses)R14 14” fingerboard radius (N/A on CL450 or NS1)

Inlay OptionsNIN No inlays on top of fingerboard (side dots only)ABD Abalone dot inlaysMP White Mother-of-pearl block inlaysAB Abalone block inlays (as on DC400)DMP White Mother-of-pearl diamond inlaysDAB Abalone diamond inlaysMPS White Mother-of-pearl signature inlaysABS Abalone signature inlays

Fretwire Options6100 Jumbo fretwire 1.4mm tall x 2.8mm wide6130 Low profile fretwire .9mm tall x 2.7mm wideStF Stainless Steel frets, med-jumbo 1.2mm tall x 2.6mm wideStJF Stainless Steel frets, jumbo 1.4mm tall x 2.8mm wide StRF Stainless Steel frets, regular (Vintage Fender size) 1.1mm tall x 2.0mm wide

Hardware OptionsBC Black hardwareG Gold plated hardwareSPW White Pearl Sperzel tuning KnobsWK Wooden knobs (Rosewood)PK Metal knobs with white Pearl inlays (black knobs have black pearl inlays)AK Metal knobs with Abalone inlays (chrome, gold or black) SL Straplocks by Dunlop™LN Lock nut for Floyd Rose tremolo (installed)SS String Saver Graphite Saddles (guitars with Ft6 & Ft7 fixed bridge only)

Pickup and Electronic Options404 White coils with black bezel405 White/black coils with black bezelS22J Metal covered neck pickup (matches guitar hardware color)S22B Metal covered bridge pickup (matches guitar hardware color)31 Add one dual/single coil mini switch 32 Add two dual/single coil mini switches36 Add phase mini switch (places pickups out of phase for thinner tone)AC Active electronics as used on DC400 (not available on all models)

BASS OPTIONSFI Fretless fingerboard with white inlayed fret linesFID Fretless fingerboard with white inlayed fret lines & dot inlaysHS Hipshot™ bass detuner installedHB2 Replace J99A bridge pickup with HB series humbuckerHB2N Replace J99A neck pickup with HB series humbucker (must also order HB2)SP2 2 Soapbar humbuckers StS Stainless Steel Round Wound strings (replaces nickel round-wounds)FWS Flat-wound bass strings (replaces standard Nickel round-wounds)409 Cream colored J99A or H50A pikcups

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FG1 CARVED TOPCarvin worked very closely with Frank Gambale in the development of the FG1. this guitar is a true Carved top Semi-Hollow Double-Cutaway instrument. the genuine Mahogany body is chambered and features a premium carved Curly-Flamed Maple top. the FG1 neck profile and heel are custom sculpted to Frank’s specifications which makes for very comfortable playability and total access to all 22 frets. Frank chose the C22B pickup for the bridge and worked with Carvin to develop the FG22N neck pickup. this exquisite instrument is extremely versatile and will handle all music styles from jazz to rock.

See the video at

FG1Frank Gambale Signature

FG1SFrank Gambale Signature

with Synth Access

photo:Michael Hiller

FG1 options shown: Deep Red on Quilt (QDR6)

Mother of Pearl Block Inlays (MP)White Perloid Sperzel Tuning Buttons (SPW)

Black Hardware (BC)

FG1 options shown: Deep Blue on Quilt (QDB6)

Mother of Pearl Block Inlays (MP)Black Hardware (BC)

FG1 FEATURES:• Premium Mahogany set-in neck & body with highest quality 20mm Flamed Maple carved top • Natural body binding effect• Matching figured Maple headstock overlay• 24k Gold plated CARVIN logo on headstock • Sperzel locking tuners• 25” scale ebony fingerboard• Custom Frank Gambale neck profile• Custom Frank Gambale lower neck heel• Abalone dot inlays• Vintage size fretwire (1.1mm tall x 2.0mm wide)• FG22N Frank Gambale neck pickup, C22B bridge pickup• 3-way pickup selector, separate volumes and tones for each pickup• Push pull tone controls for each pickup offer humbucker or single coil modes• Body size: 35.8cm wide, 4.7cm thick at edge, 6.0 cm thick at center• Back of neck and body matches translucent color of top• Triple step, stained colors for extra depth

SH675 Synth Access options shown: Deep Clear Flame (FDC6)

Gold Hardware (G)

SH645 options shown: Deep Vintageburst on Flame (FDV6)

Abalone Block Inlays (AB)Black Hardware (BC)

SH675Tune-O-Matic bridge

with GraphTech Synth Access

SH645Stop Tail Piece bridge

Frank Gambale FG1 Semi-Hollow Double-Cut

Rear of SH645

Rear of FG1

Deep Antique Brown(QDA6)

Deep Purple(QDP6)

Deep Red(QDR6)

Deep Green(QDG6)

Deep Natural Clear(QDC6)

Deep Sunsetburst(QDS6)

Deep Tiger’s Eye(QDT6)

Deep Blue(QDB6)

Deep Dragonburst(QDD6)

Deep Vintageburst(QDV6)

Deep Honeyburst(QDH6)

Deep Orangeburst (QDO6)

DEEP TRIPLE-STEPSTAINED COLORS(SHOWN WITH OPTIONAL QUILTED TOPS) For standard Curly-Flame top replace Q with an F

Deep Teal(QEL6)

Deep Moss Green(QDM6)

Deep Black(QDK6)

FGFG1T Added

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SH675 Synth Access options shown: Deep Clear Flame (FDC6)

Gold Hardware (G)

SH CARVED TOP FEATURES:• Premium Mahogany set-in neck & body • Highest quality 20mm thick Curly-Flamed Maple carved top with natural binding effect• Matching figured Maple headstock overlay• 24k Gold plated CARVIN logo on headstock • Sperzel locking tuners• 25” scale ebony fingerboard• Abalone dot inlays• 22 medium jumbo frets• S22 Classic Chrome humbuckers (optional Gold)• Master volume and 3-way pickup selector • Push pull tone offers single coil operation for each pickup or

both pickups together humbucking• Body size: 35.8cm wide, 5.3cm thick at edge, 6.6 cm thick at center• Triple step, stained colors for extra depth

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outputs: 1/4 inch electric & acoustic and 13-pin MIDI Synth jack, one 13-pin jack runs all access of the SH575 including phantom power.

SH575 CARVED TOP FEATURES:• Graphtech Hexaphonic Synth Access Pickup• 13-pin jack for Synth and 1/4” jack for Humbuckers• Master volume, Tone and 3-way pickup selector • Push pull tone offers single coil operation for each pickup

or both pickups together humbucking• Concentric controls for Synth Access. See details below.

SH575 SynTH ACCESSthe SH575 model has the exceptional tone of the SH550 with the addition of the acclaimed Graphtech Synth Access electronics, as featured in Carvin’s breakthrough NS1 guitar. this preamp provides realistic hollow-body acoustic tone. Simply connect a guitar synth and get orchestras, flutes and virtually any instrument at your fingertips.

SH550 & SH575

SH550Stop Tail Piece bridge

SH550 SEmi-HOllOwthe SH550 is a true Carved top Semi Hollow Custom Shop masterpiece. this guitar features a beauti-fully sculpted top of the finest Curly-Flamed Maple. Featuring a chambered Mahogany body with a beautifully sculpted solid Flamed Maple top that is carved both inside and out. tone this sweet just isn’t possible from a semi-hollow guitar made with thin pieces of bent plywood or veneer. the back of the body and the neck are made of hand selected genuine Mahogany for added warmth. the harmon-ically rich covered humbuckers ooze with deep and defined tone and sustain. Carvin’s “Rapid Play” low action neck assures effortless playability throughout the entire fingerboard, while the sleek set-in neck heel and lower body cutout allow easy uninhibited access at the 22nd fret. Whether you are a semi-hol-low aficionado or a rock enthusiast, an SH series guitar would be a fine addition to your collection.

SH Options:Premium quilted top (example QDB6)Abalone block inlays (AB)Back and edges painted black (BGB)Black edges and black burst back (BBB)

SH575 Synth Access options shown: Spalted Maple Top (SM)

Gold Hardware (G)

JOE WALSH

SH550BBigsby Vibrato

SH575Tune-O-Matic bridge


SH575BBigsby Vibrato


SH550 options shown: Deep Honeyburst on Flame (FDH6)

Abalone Block Inlays (AB)Stainless Steel Fretwire (STF)

Gold Hardware (G)

Jonathan Butler

See the video atSteve Oliver

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CS6mCS624mTune-O-Matic bridge w/ strings thru body

CS6SCS624S

Tune-O-Matic bridge w/ stop tail

Mario SebastianJennifer Lopez Marc Anthony

CT3, CT324, CT4 & CT424 Options:Not available with Flame or Quilt topsAll translucent colors listed on pg 16 are available.GT Gold Top (CT4 & CT424 only)

CT324M options shown: Sunsetburst (TU)

Matching Headstock (PH)Stainless Steel Frets (STF)

Metal Covered Neck Pickup (S22J)Metal Covered Bridge Pickup (S22B)

CT4M options shown: Gold Top (GT)

Black Painted Headstock (BPH)Gold Headstock Logo (GL)Abalone Block Inlays (AB)


CT6 & CT624 Options:Premium quilted top (example QDB6)Abalone block inlays (AB)Back and edges painted black (BGB)Black edges and black burst back (BBB)

California 22 & 24 Fret Carved TopsCarvin is proud to offer the 22 fret and 24 fret “California Carved tops”. the Ct3 & Ct324 have an all Mahogany body while the Ct4 & Ct424 feature an eastern Maple cap. the Ct6 & Ct624 feature an exquisite beautifully sculpted top of the fin-est Curly-Flamed Maple. the back of the body and the neck are made of hand select-ed genuine Mahogany for added warmth. Classic C22 humbuckers are custom wound with vintage plain enamel wire which helps bring out the harmonically rich tone and sustain of this fine instrument. Carvin’s “Rapid Play” low action neck assures effortless playability throughout the entire fingerboard, while the sleek set-in neck heel and lower body cutout allow easy uninhib-ited access. the California Carved top is available in several different exclusive triple step stained colors, which dramatically bring out the rich highlights of our highly figured maple tops.

CARVED TOP FEATURES:• Premium Mahogany set-in neck & body • CT3, CT324: Body is all Mahogany• CT4, CT424: Eastern Maple Top• CT6, CT624: Highest quality 20mm thick Curly Flamed Maple top with natural binding effect• Matching figured Maple headstock overlay• 24k Gold plated CARVIN logo on headstock • Sperzel locking tuners• 25” scale ebony fingerboard• Abalone dot inlays• Medium jumbo frets• C22J and C22B classic humbuckers• Master volume and 3-way pickup selector • Push pull tone offers single coil operation

for each pickup or both pickups together humbucking

• Triple step, stained colors for extra depth (standard with Curly-Flame Maple top)

CT4m CT424m

Tune-O-Matic bridge w/ strings thru body

CT4TCT424TWilkinson tremolo

CT4CCT424CFloyd Rose tremolo

California Carved Top

“...Carvin’s CT6M flaunts an i rres ist ib le abundance o f a e s t h e t i c a l l u r e . . .

Representative of the highest level of the luthier’s art, and offer-

ing great playability and great tones, the CT6M is proof positive that Carvin does indeed deserve a place alongside the world’s most respected guitar builders.” Guitar Player Dec ‘04

CT624M options shown: Deep Orangeburst on Quilt (QDO6)

Abalone Block Inlays (AB)Stainless Steel Frets (STF)


CT6T options shown: Deep Sunsetburst on Quilt (QDS6)

Signature Abalone Inlays (ABS)Stainless Steel Jumbo Frets (STJF)

Black Hardware (BC)

CT6TCT624TWilkinson tremolo

CT6mCT624m



CT3m CT324m


CT3T CT324TWilkinson tremolo


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Neil Zaza

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CALIFORNIA SINGLE:• Premium Mahogany set-in neck & body • CS6: Highest quality 20mm thick Curly-Flamed Maple carved top with natural binding effect• CS4: Maple carved top with natural binding effect• CS3: Mahogany body and top• Matching figured Maple headstock overlay• 24k Gold plated CARVIN logo on headstock • Sperzel locking tuners• 25” scale ebony fingerboard• Abalone dot inlays• 22 or 24 medium jumbo frets• C22J and C22B classic humbuckers• Master volume and 3-way pickup selector • Push pull tone offers single coil operation for each pickup or both pickups

together humbucking• Triple step, stained colors for extra depth (standard with Curly-Flame Maple top)


CS6TCS624TWilkinson tremolo

CS6CCS624CFloyd Rose tremolo

CS6SCS624S


CAliFORniA SinGlEWhere most set-in neck guitars have a cumbersome heel and don’t set into the body any further than the fingerboard, the CS guitar has an exclusive smooth “heel-less” design for improved access to all frets. the neck actu-ally sets 12.7 cm into the body and extends underneath the neck pickup for amazing sustain. to top it off, the California Single is equipped with a pair of our tone enhancing Classic Humbuckers.

Options:Premium quilted top (example QDB6)Abalone block inlays (AB)Back and edges painted black (BGB)Black edges & black burst back (BBB)Metal covered Neck pickup (S22J)Metal covered Bridge pickup (S22B)2 volume + 2 tone w/coil splitters (VT2)

C a l i f o r n i a S i n g l e

Joe Walsh




CS4SCS424S





CS3SCS324S


CS4M options shown: Classic White (W)

Back & Sides WhiteAbalone Block Inlays (AB)

2 Volume and 2 Tone Knobs (VT2) Gold Hardware (G)

CS6M options shown: Deep Vintageburst on Quilt (QDV6)

Abalone Block Inlays (AB)Stainless Steel Jumbo Frets (STJF)

Metal Covered Neck PU (S22J)Metal Covered Bridge PU (S22B)

“ C a r v i n ’ s C S 6 California Single is one of the most attractive bargains in the high-end guitar market. The attention to detail, fit and finish, the exotic woods and superb playability are hard to find in any gui-tar, much less one that sells for around $1,500” -Eric KirklandFeb 2010 Guitar World

QUALITY & DESIGN

CS3M options shown: Honey Burst (THY)

Abalone Block Inlays (AB) Metal Covered Neck Pickup (S22J)

Metal Covered Bridge Pickup (S22B) Cream Bezels (408)

CT6 & CT624 Options:Premium quilted top (example QDB6)Abalone block inlays (AB)Back and edges painted black (BGB)Black edges and black burst back (BBB)

CT624 with 24 fretsN o w A v A i l A b l e

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TLB60 options shown: Deep Honeyburst on Flame (FDH)

Bird’s Eye Maple Fingerboard (BMF)Abalone Dot Inlays (ABD)

White Perloid Pickguard (WP)White Pickups (404)

Stainless Steel Frets (STF)

TlB60 Bolt on neckCarvin now offers a bolt-on-neck “TL” model that brings all of the features that made the Bolt model a high end USA made guitar. The TLB60 provides ergonomic comfort with body and arm cuts as well as the contoured neck heel. The single cutaway provides comfortable access to all 22 frets. Carvin’s Rapid Play™ bolt-on neck is available in various radii with your choice of fingerboard woods, fretwire and inlays. Choose from Carvin’s S60A vintage style single coils, AP11 sin-gle coils or Twin Blade humbuckers or add a full size C22B humbucker at the bridge. WIth all the options available, players can build their ultimate country twang axe, blues monster or rock machine.

• Premium grade alder wood body• Precise fitting neck pocket for added sustain• 25 1/2” ebony fingerboard with dot inlays• Tung oil finish on hard rock maple neck• SB style, tilt back headstock for crisp open notes• Sperzel™ locking tuners • Three S60A single coils for clear vintage tone (black covers standard)• 5-way pickup selector plus a mini switch allows all 7 pickup combinations• Master volume & tone• White multi-layer pickguard• Colors: black, white, red, pearl blue, tung oil, clear gloss

TLB60 OPTIONS:PH Matching painted headstockA11 AP11 Single Coil PickupsTBH Twinblade Humbuckers (TBH-6 Cream/Black)22B C22B bridge humbucker w/ coil splitter BG Black multi-layer pickguardWP White pearloid multi-layer pickguard RP Red tortoise multi-layer pickguard

Contoured neck heelNEW!

TLB60T options shown: Jet Black (B)

Maple Fingerboard (MF)Inline Headstock (IN)

Stainless Steel Frets (STF)

tLB60V options shown: Honeyburst (THY)

Matching Headstock (PH)Inline Headstock (IN)

No Inlays on Fingerboard (NIN)Black Pickguard (BG)

Gold Hardware (G)

tLB60 options shown: Classic White (W)

Bird’s Eye Maple Fingerboard (BMF) Abalone Dot Inlays (ABD)

TlB60FT6 fixed bridge

TlB60-TWilkinson tremolo

TlB60-VVintage tremolo

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COnTOuR 66The “Contour 66” has features and attention to detail that place it among the finest and most elite instruments made. The 5mm thick premium flamed maple drop top is set off at the edges of the body to highlight the figured maple binding effect. The sweeping body curves also add to the striking looks and effortless playability.

• Premium grade alder wood body• AAAA flamed maple drop top and headstock• Flamed maple body binding effect• Precise fitting neck pocket for added sustain• 25.5” scale ebony fingerboard with dot inlays• Tung oil satin finish hard rock maple neck• Tilt back headstock for crisper open notes• Sperzel™ Locking Tuners • Two direct mount C22 humbucking pickups• 5-way pickup selector allows neck humbuck-

ing, neck single coil, neck and middle single coils combined for humbucking, bridge single, bridge humbucking

• Master volume & tone• Any Flamed Maple Translucent color (pg 16)

C66 OPTIONS:QTC4 Quilted Top and Headstock upgradeCAP Center AP11 single coil (cream CAP2)CTB Center Twin Blade humb. (CTB6 Cream/Black)HSS Neck & mid single coil & bridge humbS6A S60A Single Coil Alnico Pickups NEW!FA Acoustic Bridge saddlesACA Active electronics (required for FA)AC Active/passive electronics as on DC400

THE BOlTCarvin’s Bolt models have been improved with new features that really improve the playability such as much deeper contoured arm cuts, rear body tummy cuts and a new contoured neck heel. The perfectly fit neck to body joint aids in sustain and tuning stability. The Bolt offers features and custom shop options unavailable from any other USA guitar company.

• Premium grade alder wood body• Precise fitting neck pocket for added sustain• 25 1/2” ebony fingerboard with dot inlays• Tung oil finish on hard rock maple neck• Tilt back headstock for crisp open notes• Sperzel™ Locking Tuners • Three AP11 single coils for a fat rich tone• 5-way pickup selector plus a mini switch

allows all seven pickup combinations• Master volume & tone• White multi-layer pickguard• Colors: black, white, red, white white, pearl

blue, tung oil, clear gloss

BOLT OPTIONS:PH Matching painted headstockS6A S60A Single Coil Alnico Pickups NEW!TBH Twinblade Humbuckers (TBH-6 Cream/Black)22B C22B bridge humbucker w/ coil splitter WP White pearloid multi-layer pickguard BP Black pearloid multi-layer pickguard BG Black multi-layer pickguardRP Red tortoise multi-layer pickguard SP Sperzel™ locking tuners

BOlT-T Wilkinson tremolo

BOlT-V Vintage tremolo

BOlT-C Floyd Rose™ tremolo

BOlTFT6 fixed bridge

C66BTune-O-Matic bridge with Bigsby Vibrato

C66mTune-0-Matic Bridge

w/ strings fed thru body

C66FT6 fixed bridge

C66TWilkinson tremolo

C66VVintage tremolo

C66CFloyd Rose tremolo

BOLT options shown:Pearl Blue (PB)

Bird’s Eye Maple Fingerboard & Headstock (BMF) (BMNH) Stainless Steel Frets (STF)Abalone Dot Inlyas (ABD)

C22 Bridge Humbucker (22B) White Pickup Coils (404) Sperzel Locking Tuners (SP)

Abalone Headstock Logo (ABL)

Now available withvintage Tremolo

C66C options shown:Blue Burst on Quilt (QTL4)

Deep Triple Step Stain (DTS)Locking Nut for Floyd Rose (LN)

Black Hardware (BC)

• Vintage Style Tremolo• Hardtails on body• Stainless steel saddles• Steel sustain block• Threaded fulcrum studs & bushings

SPERZEL LOCKING TUNERS

NOW STANDARD

tLB60 options shown: Classic White (W)

Bird’s Eye Maple Fingerboard (BMF) Abalone Dot Inlays (ABD)

BOLT-C options shown:Classic White (W)

Lock Nut for Floyd Rose (LN)Pointed Headstock (PTH)

White Truss Rod Cover (TCW)Sperzel Locking Tuners (SP)

C22 Bridge Humbucker (22B)White Pickup Covers/Coils (404)

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HF2A l l a n H o l d s w o r t h w o r k e d closely with Carvin in develop-ing his signature guitars. The HF2 Fatboy model has a 2 3/8” thick body with special twin beam suspension allowing the top and back to resonate freely. The highly resonant tone of this unique guitar is incredible. The HF2 is equipped with Allan Holdsworth designed H22 Humbuckers.

HF2 FATBOY FEATURES:• Set-in hardrock maple neck• Alder semi-hollow body • White birch top and back • Fully rounded body edges• Thicker Holdsworth profiled neck• 25.5” scale ebony fingerboard w/ 20” radius • 24 jumbo frets .055 tall x .110 wide• Action guaranteed to be 1/16”• Sperzel™ locking tuning keys • Holdsworth design H22 humbuckers• 38” long, 2.4” thick body, 12.5” wide body

HH1 & HH2New for 2012 is the headless series of Allan Holdsworth guitars. These guitars employ a precision made body and neck along with the unique bridge systems from JCustom Headless Research™ Both the fixed bridge and tremolo models feature fine tuners on the bridge eliminating headstock mounted tuners.

HH1 & HH2 HOLDSWORTH FEATURES:• Set-in hardrock maple neck• Alder semi-hollow body • White birch top • Thicker Holdsworth profiled neck• 25.5” scale ebony fingerboard w/ 20” radius • 24 jumbo frets .055 tall x .110 wide• Action guaranteed to be 1/16”• JCustom Headless Research™ bridges• Holdsworth design H22 humbuckers• Volume, Tone and mini pickup selector• 30.5” long, 1.7” thick body, 11” wide body• Double ball-end strings available at carvin.com

HF2 options shown: Antique Brown Stain on Quilt (QSAA)

Deep Triple Step Stain (DTS)Matching Quilt Headstock (QPH)No Inlays on Fingerboard (NIN)

Stainless Steel Jumbo Frets (STJF)Black Hardware (BC)

Allan HoldsworthMADE IN

USAMADE IN

USA

HH2XDual Pickup

ev

HH1XSingle Pickup

XS Trem with Fine Tuners

HH2Dual Pickup

Fixed bridge with Fine Tuners

HH1Dual Pickup

Fixed bridge with Fine Tuners

HH2 options shown: Deep Honeyburst on Flame (FDHA)

Gold Logo on Body (GL)

HH1X options shown: Pearl Blue (PB)

HF2FATBOyTune-O-Matic bridge

List $2549 $1229

HF2SFATBOySynth Access

NEWMy new Carvin HH1X, has a fantastic neck, fingerboard, radius, and fretwire. Along with the compact size, rigidity, and comfort that I love in a headless guitar (while still being a full 25.5 scale length) The playability and tone are amazing. I started to use the guitar on the road the week It was built. I am very happy indeed, Allan Holdsworth.

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DC700 FEATURES:(See page 5 for neck through body features)• Maple neck through alder body

• Smooth neck to body heel

• Sculpted Body Edges

• Extra deep stomache relief cut

• Generous top arm cut for comfort

• 25 1/2” scale ebony fingerboard with 14” radius

• 24 Medium Jumbo frets

• Sperzel™ locking tuners

• Neck: 1.9” wide at nut, 2.6” wide 24th fret

• A70N and A70B humbucking pickups

• Active electronics with volume, tone, 3-way pickup selector For colors & other options see page 5 & 6

DC800 FEATURES:(See page 5 for neck through body features)• Maple neck through alder body

• Smooth neck to body heel

• Straight Body Edges on top

• Extra deep stomache relief cut

• Generous top arm cut for comfort

• 27” scale ebony fingerboard with 20” radius

• 24 Medium Jumbo frets

• Sperzel™ locking tuners

• Neck: 2.15” wide at nut, 3.03” wide 24th fret

• A80N and A80B humbucking pickups

• Active electronics with volume, tone, 3-way pickup selector For colors & other options see page 5 & 6

DC700The DC700 active seven-string guitar has several new features, including a new headstock shape, and sculpted body for more comfortable playing. A 14” radius fingerboard with 24 frets and 25.5” scale length make for fast play-ing, while our heel-less neck-through design allows easy access high on the fingerboard. The standard bridge is our Tune-o-Matic M bridge, which sets the heavy studs deeper in the body for great sustain. Completely new A70N neck and A70B bridge humbucking pickups, along with active electronics, provide the tone guitarists are seeking. Build your own custom DC700 seven string with Carvin’s vast array of cool custom options.

DC800The new DC800 is much more than a 7-string guitar with an extra string. We’ve designed this model from the ground up with the 8-string guitarist in mind. An extended 27” scale fingerboard with a flat 20” radius, new active A80 pickups, comfortable deep arm cut and belly cut and many more features make the DC800 the 8-string guitar players have been waiting for. The DC800 is a neck-through design, with maple neck and alder body standard. It features a new 8-string hardtail bridge that is fully adjustable. Hundreds of Custom Shop options allow you to build your new DC800 exactly the way you want it to suit your personal tastes.

DC700M options shown: Deep Orangeburst on Quilt (QDO4)

Matching Quilt Headstock (QPH)Diamond Mother of Pearl Inlays (DMP)

Black Hardware (BC)

DC800 options shown: Deep Orangeburst on Quilt (QDO4)

Matching Quilt Headstock (QPH)No Inlays on Fingerboard (NIN)

Gold Hardware (G)

DC800mHardtail bridge

w/ strings thru body

DC700mTune-O-Matic bridge w/ strings thru body

DC700CLicensed Floyd Rose

DC700C options shown: Blue Burst on Flame (FTL)

Flame Headstock (FPH) Non painted (NPH)Locking Nut for Floyd Rose™ (LN)

5-piece Maple/Walnut Neck (5MW)Flame Maple Fingerboard (FMF)No Inlays on Fingerboard (NIN)Abalone Headstock Logo (ABL)

DC800 options shown: Jet Black (B)

Clear Satin Finish (CS)Abalone Dot Inlays (ABD)

Black Hardware (BC)

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The NS1 Nylon guitar features Carvin’s extraordinary workmanship and playability. Carvin worked very closely with Graphtech when de-veloping the pickup system for the NS1. The real magic comes when you plug the NS1 into a guitar synth using a 13 pin cable. This provides both synth and acoustic sounds, as well as phantom power using the one 13-pin cable. The NS1 offers the newest cutting edge technology to bring an awesome sounding acoustic piezo system together with the fastest MIDI access tracking available. NS1 FEATURES:• 4A Flame Maple top with wood body binding effect• Mahogany neck thru body (smooth neck heel)• Chambered Mahogany body• Ebony Fingerboard with semi-flat 20” radius• 25.5 inch scale with 21 Medium-Jumbo Frets• Pickup: Graphtech Hexaphonic• Gold Plated Hardware & Carvin logo• Neck width at nut: 48 mm • Body thickness: 51 mm• Body width: 35.5 cm • Guitar weight: 3 kgs

OPTIONS:WK Optional Wooden Knobs QTC4 AAAA Quilted maple topFK4 Flame Koa topFWTA Figured Walnut top

Inlay options not available for NS1

Steve Oliver

outputs: 1/4 inch acoustic and 13-pin MIDI compatible with synth controllers such as Roland® & Axon®

nS1 nylOn SynTH ACCESS

Pre-amp electronics• stacked volumes for Hexaphonic Midi and piezo• stacked mid cut/boost and mid sweep controls• stacked treble and bass cut/boost controls • switch scrolls through MIDI patches

Check out Steve’s demo at Carvinworld.com/ns1

NS1 options shown: Honeyburst on Flame (FTH4)

Gold Hardware ( G)

Carvin worked with top Billboard guitarist, Steve Oliver for 2 years to develop the NS1.

N S 1

NS1 options shown: Crimson Red on Quilt (QTR4)Deep Triple Step Stain (DTS)

NS1 options shown: Deep Orangeburst on Quilt (QDO4)

NS1 options shown: Sapphire Blue on Quilt (QTBA)

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nS1 nylOn SynTH ACCESS

Pre-amp electronics• stacked volumes for Hexaphonic Midi and piezo• stacked mid cut/boost and mid sweep controls• stacked treble and bass cut/boost controls • switch scrolls through MIDI patches

Carvin’s basses are significantly enhanced with the addition of our stacked bass/treble and mid range level/sweep controls. the tonal improvement and versatility with the new electronic circuitry is quite dramatic. In a recent

review, Bass Guitar Magazine said “(the sweepable mid range control) in itself is almost worth the cost of the bass”. our modern 82,000 square foot plant in San Diego is equipped with the finest instrument building machinery in the industry. the use of high quality woods and our constant improvement in manufacturing methods are an ongoing quest at Carvin. If Carvin basses were available in retail stores, you would pay up to three times more than our factory direct prices. By selling direct, Carvin not only gives incredible value but also provides you with a direct connection to the builder. With the best build up times in the industry along with our risk free 10-day money back guarantee, there has never been a better time to order your Carvin Custom Shop bass.

TRAA DANIELSP.O.D.

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AMLAK TAFARISTEEL PULSE, YELLOW WALL

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Troy Lampkins with Carlos Santana

C U S T O M S H O P B A S S E S

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S B S e r i e s B a s s e s

Black (BG) Red Tortoise (RP) White Perloid (WP) No Pickguard (NP)

SB4000 options shown: Swamp Ash Body (ASH)

Maple Fingerboard (MF)Abalone Dot Inlays (ABD)

White Pearloid Pickguard (WP)Metal Knobs with Mother of Pearl

Inlays (PK)Active Electronics (AC)

Gold Hardware (G)

SB40004 string 20 fret bass passive electronics

SB4001Flame Top, Chambered

4 string 20 fret bass passive electronics

SB5001Flame Top, Chambered

5 string 22 fret bass active/passive electronics

SB50005 string 22 fret bass

active/passive electronics

SB5001 with chambered bodyOrange Burst on Flame Maple (FDO4) N/C

Matching Flame Headstock (FPH4) N/CBlack Pickguard (BG)

TOM BARNEY

Michael JeffersJoe Nichols

HUGH McDONALDBON JOVI

SB4000 & SB5000 Carvin’s SB Series basses feature entirely new bolt on necks. The SB4000 is based on a traditional 20 fret jazz style neck. The rounded neck heel allows comfortable playability to the last fret and its retro-style body features front and rear contours for hours of comfortable playing. The 22 fret SB5000 5-string has become extremely popular among pro players world-wide. Both models boast a pair of J99A single coil pickups which feature Alnico V magnets. These pickups deliver a rich bell-tone with full bottom-end, clear upper range and the right amount of mid-range growl. Try an SB series bass and discover why they have received so many awards.

SB4001 & SB5001 The SB4001 and SB5001 feature a chambered body with a premium Flame Maple top. The body chambering lightens the overall weight by a full pound which is desirable for extremely busy players who will benefit from the lighter weight night after night.Optional Active Electronics (standard on SB5000 & SB5001)

• 18 volt active electronics • Separate Volume controls for each pickup• Tone Control with Active-Passive push-pull switch• Stacked bass/treble cut-boost controls PICKGUARD OPTIONS:


SB5001 Chambering before the figured top is installed

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Sekou Bunch

“My new SB4000 is the baddest bass I’ve ever played. The neck is amazing and has the fattest sound – you will never get lost in the band. This IS the New ELECTRIC BASS!” – Sekou Bunch

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BRYANT SIONOBACKSTREET BOYS


“I was able to effortlessly call up the classic Marcus Miller slap tone– thick and punchy, with a briliant sparkle...the SB5000’s B string was tight and thun-derous...Note Definition was excellent... The Carvin SB5000 has killer J Bass Tone and a fresh look. The build quality and finish work stand up to boutique instruments four times the price...it has no comparable U.S.-built competition. Ed Friedland, Guitar World Dec 2010

ETHAN FARMERChristina Aguilera

OVERALL VALUE

SB4000 options shown: Jet Black (B)

Swamp Ash Body (ASH)Black Painted Headstock (BPH)

Ivory Tusq Nut (IVN)Rosewood Fingerboard (RWF)

Mother of Pearl Block Inlays (MP)White Pearloid Pickguard (WP)

SB5000 options shown: Pearl Blue (PB)

Matching Painted Headstock (PH)Rosewood Fingerboard (RWF)

Abalone Dot Inlays (ABD)White Pearloid Pickguard (WP)

Metal Handguard (HG)

FEATURES:• Premium grade alder wood body• Hardrock maple bolt on neck• Precise fitting neck/body pocket• 39 mm wide nut, 63 mm wide heel, 21cm thick 1st fret• Reinforced neck with dual action truss rod• Tung oil satin finish on neck• Graphite nut with teflon helps keep it in tune• Tilt back headstock for crisp open notes• 34” scale premium ebony fingerboard • 20 precision medium jumbo frets• Carvin premium 20:1 ratio tuning keys • Bridge with Lock-down saddles for solid tone• Two J99A Alnico single coil pickups• Passive electronics; 2 vol. & 1 tone• White multi-layer pickguard• Body Dimensions: 34 cm W x 53 cm L x 4.1 cm thick

OPTIONS: F Add F after model for FretlessPH Painted matching headstockIVN Ivory Tusq Graphite NutBG Black multi-layer pickguard WP White pearloid multi-layer pickguard RP Red tortoise multi-layer pickguard NP No pickguardHG Metal hand guard covering neck pickupPK Metal knobs with Mother-of-Pearl InlaysAC Active electronics (standard on SB5000)H5A H50A Stacked Humbuckers409 Cream PickupsHB2 Bridge Humbucker (coil split not avail)MVB Master Vol & Blend replaces separate VolMBS Stacked Mid Sweep to replace push/pull passive tone control

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B40 & B50 FEATURES:• Premium grade alder wood body 32 cm W x 51 cm L x 4.1 cm thick• Hardrock maple bolt on neck with contoured heel• B40 neck width: 39 mm at nut, 63 mm at heel• B50 neck width: 44.5 mm at nut, 76 mm at heel• Reinforced neck with dual action truss rod• Tung oil satin finish on neck• Graphite nut with teflon helps keep it in tune• Tilt back headstock eliminates the string tree• 34” scale premium ebony fingerboard • 22 precision medium jumbo frets• Action guaranteed to be 2.2 mm• Carvin premium 20:1 ratio tuning keys • Carvin bridge with lock down saddles for solid tone• J99A single coil pickups with Alnico V magnets• Passive electronics; 2 vol. & 1 tone• Chrome hardwareOPTIONS: F Add F after model for Fretless ........ N/CPH Painted matching headstock ............SBH SB style headstock ............................ AC Passive/Active electronics ................. H5A Alnico Stacked Humbuckers (black) ...409 Cream pickups (J99A or H50A only) ....HB2 Bridge Humbucker ...........................

B40 & B50 Carvin’s entirely new B40 & B50 bolt on neck basses are loaded with features only found on boutique instruments. New easy-playing neck profiles allow you to play for hours with complete comfort. J99A Alnico V pickups and the new Carvin lock down saddle bridge gives these basses a very solid and punchy tone. Features such as the tilt back headstock and graphite nut for tuning stability along with Carvin’s methodical high quality construction standards make the B40 and B50 bolt on neck basses incredible values.

B404 string bass with

passive electronics

B S E R I E S

B505 string bass with

passive electronics

NEW NECK PROFILES AND DIMENSIONSNEW CARVIN BRIDGE WITH LOCKING SADDLES NEW J99A ALNICO V SINGLE COIL PICKUPSNEW OPTIONAL 18v ACTIVE ELECTRONICS

B50 options shown: Left Handed (L)

Swamp Ash Body (ASH)Sapphire Blue (TB)

Active Electronics (AC)

B40 options shown: Tobacco Burst (TT)

Maple Fingerboard (MF)Abalone Dot Inlays (ABD)

Active Electronics (AC)SB Headstock (SBH)

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Contoured Heel

B40F options shown: Classic Sunburst (TD)

B40 & B50 FEATURES:• Premium grade alder wood body 32 cm W x 51 cm L x 4.1 cm thick• Hardrock maple bolt on neck with contoured heel• B40 neck width: 39 mm at nut, 63 mm at heel• B50 neck width: 44.5 mm at nut, 76 mm at heel• Reinforced neck with dual action truss rod• Tung oil satin finish on neck• Graphite nut with teflon helps keep it in tune• Tilt back headstock eliminates the string tree• 34” scale premium ebony fingerboard • 22 precision medium jumbo frets• Action guaranteed to be 2.2 mm• Carvin premium 20:1 ratio tuning keys • Carvin bridge with lock down saddles for solid tone• J99A single coil pickups with Alnico V magnets• Passive electronics; 2 vol. & 1 tone• Chrome hardwareOPTIONS: F Add F after model for Fretless ........ N/CPH Painted matching headstock ............SBH SB style headstock ............................ AC Passive/Active electronics ................. H5A Alnico Stacked Humbuckers (black) ...409 Cream pickups (J99A or H50A only) ....HB2 Bridge Humbucker ...........................

NEW NECK PROFILES AND DIMENSIONSNEW CARVIN BRIDGE WITH LOCKING SADDLES NEW J99A ALNICO V SINGLE COIL PICKUPSNEW OPTIONAL 18v ACTIVE ELECTRONICS

B50 options shown: Left Handed (L)

Swamp Ash Body (ASH)Sapphire Blue (TB)

Active Electronics (AC)

BRIAN BROMBERG B2 SERIES BASSES

the new Brian Bromberg basses combine a sleek ergonomic design with new features to create the ul-timate instrument! the body shape and sculpting offers excellent com-fort wether you are standing or sit-ting. the B24 and B25 feature Brian’s comfortable and super fast slim-neck. the new radiused RAD-J alnico single coil pickups follow the con-tour of the fingerboard for consis-tent string volume with exceptional punch and clarity. Special Bromberg circuitry with a high-impedance ac-tive volume pot provides excellent top-end and quick response.

B24P options shown: Deep Orangeburst on Quilt (QD04)

Figured Top Covers Neck-Thru-Body (NS)Stainless Steel Frets (STF)

Hipshot Detuner (HS)Gold Logo (GL)

Gold Hardware (G)

B24S standard series: Jet Black (B)

RAD-H humbuckers (RH2)

B24P options shown: Deep Moss Green on Quilt (QDM4)

Figured Top Covers Neck-Thru-Body (NS)Hipshot Detuner (HS)

Stainless Steel Frets (STF)Black Hardware (BC)

B24S4 string Standard

B244 string Flame Top

B25S5 string Standard

B255 string Flame Top

B2 FLAME-SERIES• Maple neck thru alder body• AAAA Flame Maple Top • Matching flamed headstock with abalone logo• 34” scale Ebony fingerboard• 12th fret abalone Bromberg inlay• B24 neck width 38 mm @ nut, 63 mm @ 24th fret• 12” radius fingerboard• B25 neck width 44.5 mm at nut, 76 mm at heel• 14” radius fingerboard• Hipshot™ A-style bridge with 19 mm string spacing• Carvin premium tuners, 20:1 ratio• 24 medium-jumbo frets• RAD-J radius top alnico single coil pickups• Bromberg 18V active preamp, volume, pickup blend, stacked concentric bass and high frequency, stacked concentric mid frequency and sweep; Bromberg high-impedance input circuitry and active volume pot• P-Series models include a blend control for the Piezo bridge

B2 STANDARD-SERIESsame features as the Flame Series except:• Standard BL Bridge with Lock-down saddles• Matching Headstock with Carvin decal logo• 12th fret white mother of pearl Bromberg inlayAvailable in all solid and translucent colors on pg 16Figured wood tops & piezo bridge not available

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OPTIONS: F Add F after model for Fretless P Add P after model for P-Series Piezo bridgeRH2 RAD-H radius covered humbucking pickups

“They play and sound like Jazz basses on steroids” - Brian Bromberg

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