Warwick RockBass Corvette Taranis Electric Bass, BEAD Tuning - Nirvana Black Transparent Satin with Gig Bag

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The Warwick RockBass Corvette Taranis is built for bassists who demand crushing low-end power and modern tonal versatility. Part of Warwick’s highly respected RockBass series, the Corvette line has long been celebrated for delivering the signature Warwick growl and playability in a stage-ready, accessible instrument. The Taranis variant takes things even further, embracing BEAD tuning to unlock deeper sonic territory. Named after the Celtic god of thunder, the Corvette Taranis lives up to its mythic namesake with massive low-end authority designed for modern rock, metal, and progressive styles.

Constructed with a resonant ash body, the Taranis offers exceptional clarity and punch, allowing the deep frequencies of BEAD tuning to remain articulate and focused. The bolt-on maple neck features Warwick’s comfortable standard profile and a smooth natural oil finish, making it fast and responsive for aggressive riffing or intricate fingerstyle work. A wenge fingerboard with a 20-inch radius provides a firm feel and excellent note definition, while the extended 35-inch scale length helps maintain tight string tension for the lowered tuning.

Electronics are equally formidable. A pair of EMG 35DC humbuckers deliver a powerful, modern voice with massive low-end punch, crisp highs, and plenty of headroom for both clean and high-gain tones. Active controls for volume, pickup balance, bass, and treble allow players to dial in everything from thunderous groove tones to articulate cutting lines that slice through dense mixes. Combined with Warwick’s robust hardware — including the Just-A-Nut system, 3D two-piece bridge, and precision tuners — the RockBass Corvette Taranis is a formidable instrument built for bassists who want to push the limits of low-frequency performance.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Warwick RockBass Corvette Taranis
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Nirvana Black Transparent Satin

Body

• Body Material: Ash
• Body Finish: Satin
• Body Shape: Corvette
• Body Style: Solid Body

Neck

• Headstock Type: Warwick 2+2 Bass Headstock
• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Standard
• Neck Finish: Natural Oil
• Neck Depth: 0.805" at 1st Fret, 0.971" at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Bolt-On Contour
• Fingerboard Radius: 20"
• Fingerboard Material: Wenge
• Position Inlays: None
• Side Dots: Gray
• Number of Frets: 24
• Truss Rod Style: Adjustable Truss Rod
• Truss Rod Nut: Headstock Access
• Nut Material: Tedur (Just-A-Nut System)
• Nut Width: 1.5"
• Fret Size: Gold-Plated Nickel Silver
• Scale Length: 35"

Hardware

• Bridge: Warwick 3D Two-Piece Bridge System
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: None
• Bridge Mounting: Body Mounted
• Pickguard: None
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Control Knobs: Knurled Dome Style
• Switch Tip: None
• Hardware Finish: Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Warwick Tuners (20:1 Ratio)
• String Trees: None
• Strings: Warwick Red Label BEAD Set
• Neck Plate: None (Bolt-On Contour)
• Strap Buttons: Warwick Security Locks
• Output Jack: Side Mounted 1/4”

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH
• Neck Pickup: EMG 35DC Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup: EMG 35DC Humbucker
• Controls: Volume, Balance, Treble, Bass
• Switching: None
• Auxiliary Switching: Active EQ

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Strap, Polishing Cloth, Strap Locks, Adjustment Tools, Warwick Literature
• Case/Gig Bag: Warwick Gig Bag
• Serial Number: RB J 570305-25
• Manufacture Date: 2025