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Vola Guitars Releases 5-String Bass

Vola Guitars Releases 5-String Bass

Handmade in Japan, this bass features a bolt-on hard maple neck, alder body, VolaJS5-N neck and Vola JS5-B bridge pickups, and a Vola ATR-I Active 3-band EQ. Experience top-quality craftsmanship and tonal potential with the ZVA 5 Bass.


The tried-and-true ZVA bass is back, this time with additional range! The all-new 5-string version maintains its most prominent features while providing players with an expanded scope of tonal potential. Its bolt-on hard maple neck is equipped with 21 frets, a rosewood fingerboard, a 34.5” scale, and a Duracon nut for optimal performance. The modern C-shaped neck allows for easy access to the entire fretboard while maintaining perfect comfort. The body is made of alder, offering a balanced playing experience. From a hardware standpoint, the nickel components were manufactured by Gotoh, including the machine heads and a string-through bridge setup. The bass is equipped with VolaJS5-N neck and Vola JS5-B bridge pickups, coupled with a Vola ATR-I Active 3-band EQ and a handy mini switch for seamless transition between passive and active modes. Overall, the ZVA 5-string carries on its predecessor’s legacy with extended range and accessibility for every type of bassist.

Features Include

  • Country of Origin: Handmade in Japan
  • Construction: Bolt-on neck
  • Body: Alder
  • Neck: Maple/Rosewood, Vola Modern C shape (bass) 1F(21.5mm)/ 12F(24mm)
  • Fingerboard: Maple, 9.5" Radius
  • Inlays: Classic dot inlay
  • Nut: 47.6mm Duracon nut with Zero Fret
  • Frets/ Scale: 21 Frets/ 34.5"
  • Pickups: Vola JS5 neck, Vola JS5 Bridge
  • Electronics: 1 Volume, 1 Balance, Vola ATR-I Active 3band EQ, 1mini switch(passive/active)
  • Hardware: Gotoh 303 SJ 5 Bass bridge w/String thru the body, Gotoh 404SJ-5(4:1) Tuners
  • Strings: Daddario EXL-170-5SL 45-65-80-100-130 Super long
  • Misc: 4mm Allen key for truss rod adjustment
  • Country of Origin: Handmade in Japan
  • Case: Vola Custom Series bass Gig bag

The Vola ZVA 5Bass is the culmination of Vola’s dedication to designing top-quality instruments for demanding players, without sacrificing the beauty that invites a closer look. Visit their website or your local Vola dealer for a closer look at the Vola ZVA 5 Bass. The Vola OZ Supernova has a street price of$1,189 USD. Vola Guitars now sells direct!

For more information, please visit volaguitars.com.

Introducing: The All-New ZVA 5 Bass - YouTube