Skip to main content
Play Video

Starcaster Electric Bass

We're sorry-this item is unavailable.
Contact our experts for a recommendation of great alternatives. Call us at 800-449-9128.

Overview

A short-scale bass that's ideal for bassists with flair.

Fender introduces a new model of what is surely one of its rarest-ever instruments, the semi-hollow Starcaster Bass. Only a handful of prototype models appeared during the mid 1970s, unusually distinShow More
Specs

Starcaster Electric Bass Specifications:

Body
  • Body Material: Alder with Maple Top and Back
  • Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
  • Body Shape: Other
  • Body Binding: Bound Top and Back
Neck
  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Finish: Gloss Polyester
  • Neck Shape: "C" Shape
  • Scale Length: 30" (762mm)
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241mm)
  • Number of Frets: 22
  • Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
  • String Nut: Synthetic Bone
  • Nut Width: 1.625" (41.3mm)
  • Position Inlays: Black Dot
  • Truss Rods: Standard
  • Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
Electronics
  • Bridge Pickup: Fender "Wide Range" Humbucking Bass
  • Neck Pickup: Fender "Wide Range" Humbucking Bass
  • Controls: Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
  • Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
  • Pickup Configuration: HH
Hardware
  • Bridge: 4-Saddle Fender Hi-Mass
  • Hardware Finish: Chrome
  • Tuning Machines: Standard Open-Gear
  • Control Knobs: Skirted Amp Knobs
Miscellaneous
  • Strings: Fender USA Bass 7250M, NPS (.045-.105 Gauges)
Prop 65 Warning Icon
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shop with a Friend
Free Shipping
  • Free Standard Ground shipping (48 contiguous states, some overweight and Used/Vintage items excluded).
  • Orders placed before 3 p.m. ET usually ship the same business day.
Learn More
2-Year Free Warranty on Guitars

Every guitar or bass you purchase from Musician's Friend (electric or acoustic, New or Open Box) includes two years of protection from manufacturer defects.

Contact Us for Details
We're Here for You

Our Gear Advisers are available to guide you through your entire shopping experience. Call or Chat for expert advice and to hear the latest deals.

Contact Us
Proactive Advisor Support Chat