The most innovative bass guitar in years! Guild created the original Ashbory Bass in the 1987, and now De Armond offers its authorized version and is making the strings readily available once again to all Ashbory Bass owners. The 18'' fretless scale and super light weight of the Ashbory make it easy to create the round tone of an upright bass. It features a patented transducer and unique silicone rubber strings which make it an exceptional instrument in the recording studio and a treat to play on stage. Ashbory Basses Feature: *Unique silicone strings are easy on fingers *Super light and easy to hold and play *1'' fretless neck and silicone strings get a true string bass sound. Ashbory Basses Include: *Gig Bag. Retail: $499.99 Our Price: $299.95