Ashdown Capri 23" Short Scale Bass Guitar - Gloss Black

The Capri-23 is a compact, punchy mini bass with serious attitude. Featuring a poplar body, roasted maple neck and a powerful PP Alnico pickup, it’s built for tone and playability. Supplied with a padded Ashdown gigbag. Specifications: Scale Length: 23” Scratch Plate: Mint, Off White, Gloss Black Neck Wood: Roasted Maple Fretboard: Roasted Maple Inlays: Black Dot (6 mm) Headstock: Matching finish Pickups: PP Alnico The Capri-23 blends compact form, modern styling, and full-scale tone - perfect for all ages and abilities. Whether you're starting out, downsizing, or travelling light, the Capri-23 delivers impressive tone, feel, and value in one sleep design. A 40mm poplar body keeps things lightweight without losing resonance, paired with a roasted maple neck and fingerboard for stability and smooth feel. The C-shape neck, matte finish, and 350mm radius make it instantly comfortable across all 20 frets. The 596mm short scale boasts comfort - ideal for younger players or long sessions - while stainless steel frets, black dot inlays, and a double-action truss rod ensures durability and easy upkeep. The PP Alnico pickup delivers warm, clear, balanced tone across genres from indie to funk. With 1 Volume / 1 Tone simplicity, it's truly plug-and-play. Reliable hardware - mini bass bridge with copper saddle, chrome control knobs, and die-cast tuners - keep tuning stable and performance ready. Every Capri-23 comes with a padded Ashdown gigbag.