Vox Starstream Active Bass 2S Artist - White

VOX Starstream Active Bass 2S Artist – Pearl White

The VOX Starstream Active Bass 2S Artist in Pearl White is a distinctive short-scale electric bass designed for comfortable playability, recording, rehearsals, and live performance. Its unique Starstream frame construction combines a compact body with a 770 mm short scale, while two Aguilar AG 4J-70 single-coil pickups and an Aguilar OBP-2 active preamp provide clear articulation, deep low-frequency response, and flexible onboard tone shaping.

Key Features

• 770 mm Short Scale: Provides compact fret spacing and comfortable playability for a wide range of bass players.
• Starstream Frame Design: The distinctive external frame creates a lightweight, ergonomic structure with balanced handling.
• Alder Body: Provides a balanced tonal foundation with defined low frequencies, clear midrange, and responsive attack.
• Maple Neck: Offers stability and a responsive playing feel for fingerstyle, picking, slap, and melodic bass techniques.
• Maple Fingerboard: Delivers clear note articulation and a smooth playing surface.
• 21 Medium-Jumbo Frets: Provide a practical range for grooves, scales, fills, and melodic bass passages.
• Dual Aguilar AG 4J-70 Pickups: Deliver bright Jazz-style articulation while maintaining punchy low-frequency response.
• Aguilar OBP-2 Preamp: Provides active two-band equalisation for detailed bass and treble adjustment.
• Active & Passive Operation: Allows the instrument to use the onboard preamp or operate with a direct passive pickup response.
• Independent Pickup Volume Controls: Allow the neck and bridge pickup levels to be blended for different tonal combinations.
• Stacked Bass & Treble Controls: Provide convenient two-band EQ adjustment from a compact control layout.
• Gotoh 201-B4 Bridge: Features a solid die-cast construction for stable adjustment and efficient string vibration transfer.
• Gotoh GB707 Tuners: Provide smooth and accurate tuning with dependable stability.
• .045–.105 String Gauge: Provides a balanced playing feel for different bass techniques.
• Pearl White Finish: Combines a Pearl White body with a matching White frame for a distinctive modern appearance.
• Gig Bag Included: Provides protection and convenient transportation for the instrument.

Specifications

Why Choose the VOX Starstream Active Bass 2S Artist?

• Comfortable Short-Scale Playability: The 770 mm scale reduces fret spacing and supports smooth movement across the fingerboard.
• Versatile Aguilar Electronics: Dual AG 4J-70 pickups and the OBP-2 preamp provide detailed tonal control for different musical styles.
• Active & Passive Operation: Switch between active EQ shaping and a more direct passive pickup signal.
• Professional Gotoh Hardware: The bridge and tuning machines provide dependable adjustment, tuning stability, and consistent performance.
• Distinctive Pearl White Design: The matching Pearl White body and White frame create a clean and recognisable Starstream appearance.
• Suitable for Multiple Styles: The responsive pickup system works well for fingerstyle, slap, funk, rock, pop, R&B, and studio bass playing.

A Distinctive Pearl White Short-Scale Bass

The VOX Starstream Active Bass 2S Artist combines compact short-scale playability, a distinctive frame-based body, dual Aguilar single-coil pickups, active and passive operation, and professional Gotoh hardware. Its Pearl White finish and flexible tonal response make it suitable for home practice, recording, rehearsals, studio work, and live bass performance.