Line 6 Unveils World’S First Modeling Bass, Variax Bass 700
Line 6
Posted 2004-12-24
Line 6 announced today the launch of
Variax Bass 700, a high-quality bass instrument addition to the Variax family of guitars. Variax Bass 700 is the first bass that accurately models vintage and modern electric basses, an acoustic upright, plus synth bass tones. Variax Bass 700 is the instrument that is ready at a moment’s notice for any live performance or recording situations.
Variax Bass 700 is a breakthrough product for any bassist, as it provides instant access to sounds never before available in a single instrument. Its simple, stand-alone operation offers 24 authentic bass sounds all in a single, professional grade instrument. Its output can be sent direct to any standard bass amplifier, mixing console, or recording device.
“Variax Bass 700’s simple layout combines the best of passive and active electronic
controls in one practical, problem-solving, pro quality system,” said Rich Lasner, director of instrument product lines, Line 6. “No other bass enables artists playing live or in the studio to instantly call up a modern 4-string, vintage 8-string, acoustic upright, fretless, or synth bass,” explains Lasner.
Variax Bass 700 uses Line 6's patented guitar modeling technology to offer bassists
instant access to models of a world-class collection of the greatest bass instruments and sounds in recorded history. Variax Bass 700 features an alder body, maple neck with
rosewood fingerboard, and sealed chrome tuners. Custom-fitted gig bag and direct box
with _-inch and XLR outputs included. Available in black or sunburst finishes.
About Line 6
Incorporated in 1996, Line 6 is a music gear manufacturer dedicated to creating music products to inspire creativity both on the stage and in the studio. Headquartered in Agoura Hills, California, Line 6 currently has a presence in over 60 countries worldwide with offices in California and the United Kingdom. In just under seven years, Line 6 has grown from an original team of 10 to over 200 employees. As the pioneer of digital
modeling guitar amplifiers, Line 6 has created award-winning products for guitarists,
bass players and engineers, working both on stage and in the studio. For more
information visit www.line6.com.
