Reverend Guitars Dub King Sandstone: Boutique Short-Scale Bass for Modern Players

The Reverend Guitars Dub King Sandstone delivers a thick, resonant bass voice in an innovative, genre-crossing design. This premium short-scale 4-string features a semi-hollow Korina body with a solid spruce top, offering vintage warmth and punchy attack. Musicians seeking clarity, versatility, and distinctive looks will find the Dub King excels in both sonic and ergonomic performance. In the boutique bass world, this model stands out as a modern classic, prized for its blend of classic construction and contemporary features.

Unique Features: Premium Components and Versatile Electronics

What sets this model apart is the five-piece Korina/walnut neck for stability and sustain, paired with proprietary "Thick Brick" (bridge) and "Split Brick" (neck) pickups for a flexible tonal range. Passive electronics with blend control enable smooth transitions between vintage roundness and modern bite, while the string-thru/top-load bridge enhances attack and sustain.

Playability and Feel: Design Built for Expression

Serious bassists will appreciate the ergonomic comfort and expressive range provided by the Dub King. The 762 mm short scale results in a supple, easy-playing neck with rich lows. Playing styles from fingerstyle to slap benefit from the rosewood fingerboard and 12" radius. Reliable performance is ensured by the 5-piece neck and dual-action truss rod under stage and studio demands.

• Scale Length: 762 mm — short scale for warmth, fatness, and easy stretches
• Neck: 5-piece Korina/Walnut, Medium Oval — stability and a comfortable grip
• For players who value smooth bends and classic feel, the rosewood fingerboard with a 12" (305 mm) radius offers an ideal surface.

Sound Shaping Power: Electronics and Hardware

At the heart of the Dub King are custom pickups, voiced for punch, clarity, and low-end authority. The blend knob lets players fine-tune between classic dub thump and modern growl. Hipshot Ultralite tuners reduce headstock weight, providing excellent balance, while a high-mass bridge ensures long, bell-like sustain whether strung through the body or top-loaded.

• Pickups: Thick Brick (bridge), Split Brick (neck) — wide palette from round dub to biting clarity
• Bridge design enables flexible feel and powerful sustain, enhancing both comfort and tone in extended sessions.
• Tuners: Hipshot Ultralite — lightweight for superior balance

Component Quality and Construction: Reliability in Every Detail

Every aspect of this instrument is built for gigging and recording. The semi-hollow Korina body pairs with a solid spruce top for tonal depth and visual distinction. Boneite, a synthetic bone material, is used for the nut to ensure stable tuning. Pure Tone output jack and ±10% control pots reflect the attention to long-term reliability and tone consistency.

• Body: Semi-hollow Korina, Solid Spruce Top — lively, resonant, boutique vibe
• The 42 mm Boneite nut offers smooth tuning and durability over years of use.
• Controls: Volume, Tone, Pickup Pan — dial in any stage-ready sound

Who Is It For: Forward-Looking Bassists, Studio Pros, Gigging Artists

Bassists searching for a unique, versatile stage or studio instrument will find the Dub King Sandstone compelling. It appeals to those demanding vintage richness, contemporary reliability, and a flexible sonic range. The Reverend Dub King is chosen by professionals, session players, and adventurous giggers wanting a boutique bass that stands out in sound and appearance. Whether in reggae, jazz, rock, or modern pop, the Dub King adapts easily, while the Sandstone finish fits many stage aesthetics.

Brand & Product Story: Reverend Guitars' Modern Heritage

Founded by luthier Joe Naylor, Reverend Guitars delivers boutique quality and original design for working musicians. The Dub King reflects a commitment to forward-thinking construction, distinctive looks, and accessible professional features. Players from Miranda Lambert’s Aden Bubeck to indie and studio bassists rely on the Dub King to express Reverend’s values: tone, playability, and durability.