Detail 01
P/J pickup layout
A DiMarzio Model P is in the middle position and a Model J is at the bridge; the blend control mixes them.
Product detailSKU #1500000415672
CharvelPM SD PJ IV Bass Guitar Satin Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The Satin Black PM San Dimas Bass PJ IV pairs an alder solidbody with deep cutaways and a bolt-on caramelized maple Speed neck. Its 20-fret caramelized maple fingerboard uses a 12–16-inch compound radius, rolled edges, and Luminlay side dots. A DiMarzio Model P sits in the middle position, with a Model J at the bridge; the blend control lets you combine them. A push/pull volume control switches active or passive operation, and active mode adds three-band EQ for more direct control over lows, mids, and highs.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players blending P and J pickups to shape bass parts within a rehearsal or recording arrangement.
- Fast lines that move from lower positions to the upper end of the 20-fret fingerboard.
- Sets where switching between active and passive operation from the volume control is useful.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players seeking a five-string bass.
- Players who need more than 20 frets.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Push/pull volume control
Pulling or pushing the volume control selects active or passive operation.
Detail 03
Active three-band EQ
In active mode, the bass provides low, mid, and high frequency adjustment.
Detail 04
12–16-inch compound radius
The fingerboard flattens gradually from the nut toward the heel.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The three-band EQ operates in active mode only.
- 02The bass is configured for right-handed playing and has four strings.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can the PM SD PJ IV run passively?
Yes. Its push/pull volume control selects active or passive operation.
02Which pickups are fitted?
It has a DiMarzio Model P DP122 and a DiMarzio Model J DP123.
03What is the nut width?
The listed nut width is 1.5 inches, with a GraphTech TUSQ XL nut.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsPickups & controls
- Neck
- DiMarzio Model P DP122
- Pickup Configuration
- Active
- Control Layout
- Volume (Push/Pull Selector for Active/Passive Options), Blend, 3-Band EQ (Active Only)
- Bridge
- DiMarzio Model J DP123
8 detailsPlayability
- Fret Size
- Jumbo
- Orientation
- Right-Handed
- Nut Width
- 1.5
- Nut Width Material
- 1.5”/GraphTech TUSQ XL
- Number of Frets
- 20
- Number of Strings
- 4-string
- Scale Length
- 34
- Neck Shape
- Speed
14 detailsBody & build
- Joint
- Bolt-On With Graphite Reinforcement
- Bridge Type
- Fixed
- Color
- Chrome
- Bridge Design
- Individual Saddles
- Body Material
- Alder
- Body Finish
- Gloss
- Body Type
- Solidbody
- Inlays
- Cream Dot
- Neck Wood
- Caramelized Maple
- Fingerboard Material
- Caramelized Maple
- Color Finish
- Black
- Tuning Machines
- Charvel Open-Gear
- Side Dots
- Luminlay
- Neck Finish
- Hand-Rubbed Satin Urethane
2 detailsOther
- Configuration
- PJ
- Truss Rod
- Dual-Action With Wheel
