Orangewood Guitars introduces its first-ever acoustic bass, the ultra-affordable Oliver Jr.
Solid-top mini-bass boasts short scale, Fishman Sonitone preamp system

Orangewood Guitars has launched its first acoustic bass guitar, the Oliver Jr. Bass.
Part of the company’s Overland Collection, the new mini-bass is a shorter-scale version of the Oliver Jr. acoustic guitar, with a solid mahogany top, layered mahogany back and sides, “C” shape mahogany neck and ovangkol fingerboard.
Other features include a Fishman Sonitone preamp system, chrome die-cast tuners, ovangkol bridge, bone nut and saddle and Natural Satin finish.
Best of all, the small bass comes with a small price tag, at just $345.
For more information, head to Orangewood Guitars.
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