Description
The Associate is Ken’s basic bolt-on solid body bass. This model, while not discontinued , is rarely ordered these days since Ken has become swamped with guitar orders and focused his limited bass building to his Chambered basses. I have played several Associates over the years , but this is without a doubt the very best I have experienced.I should say, MY favorite
- Northern Ash body, medium weight – 10lbs even
- Quilted Maple top and headstock overlay
- Maple neck , 3 piece , 34″ scale
- Grenadillo fingerboard , pickup covers, and truss rod cover
- Wenge control cavity cover
- Mike Pope 4 band preamp
- Duncan Dual J pickups
- Hipshot hardware
- Form fit ultra light hardshell case
So, in summary, here we have a rare bass that is the best example I have played. Ken is among the very best bass builders I know of. A new build bass , just like this, if ordered today, will take about 2 years to complete Grab this bass while this opportunity has presented itself , IF you know what is good for you.
