Instrument Overview
The Bass VI / VII is our low-register guitar platform, built as a guitar first and extended intentionally into bass range.
It uses a dedicated headstock and break-angle system, scaled for heavier string gauges, wider bridge spacing, and controlled low-register response.
Body proportions are increased relative to our standard guitar shapes to maintain balance and stability under higher overall tension.
The Bass VI / VII operates as a single, defined system, refined specifically for octave-down performance.
How the Bass VI / VII Behaves
The Bass VI / VII is engineered to remain articulate and controlled in the low register while retaining guitar-like responsiveness in the upper strings.
Increased body mass and wider bridge spacing stabilize heavier string gauges without stiffening the feel. The neck and break geometry moderate downward pressure to prevent compression in the highs, allowing the instrument to remain expressive rather than rigid.
The result is a platform that tracks cleanly across extended range, stays balanced under tension, and responds predictably under both light and aggressive playing.
Bass VI / VII
A low-register guitar platform, purpose-built.
Featuring expanded proportions, wider string spacing, and a dedicated 5.8° nut break angle.
Designed for stable low-register response, even tension, and expressive articulation across extended-range guitar tunings.
Why This Instrument Exists
The Bass VI / VII was created to bring guitar technique into octave-down territory without compromising feel or articulation.
Its larger body proportions, wider bridge spacing, and dedicated break geometry allow heavier string gauges to be tracked evenly across the neck.
Rather than adapting a guitar or bass, the Bass VI / VII is proportioned from the ground up to behave predictably, balance tension, and remain expressive in both the low and upper registers.
Build Your Bass VI / VII
The Bass VI / VII is a defined platform—its geometry, hardware, and core behavior are set.
Individuality comes through string count, scale length, multiscale layout, spacing choice, materials, and finish, allowing you to tailor the instrument while preserving its engineered response.
Next steps
- Learn more about the Bass VI / VII
- Book a consultation to discuss your build
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In-depth discussions will cover the fundamental mathematics underlying fretboard geometry and neck profile, along with considerations regarding wood selection, finish, and electronics.
Throughout our session, we'll examine 3D models, and detailed sketches of your instrument to ensure it meets your preferences and requirements.
