Detail 01
Mini humbuckers
Tighter, more focused than full-size humbuckers. Less low-end bloom, clearer note definition in a busy mix.
Product detailSKU #1273888006790
EpiphoneSG Bass Cherry
warmsustainrockbluesclassic rockmetal
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Short-scale-feel SG bass with mini humbuckers and an all-mahogany build. For players who want a compact, warm-sounding passive bass under $500.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Guitarists doubling on bass who want a familiar small body
- Players chasing thick, mid-forward rock and doom tones
- Anyone who finds full-size basses neck-heavy or bulky to hold
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Slap and funk players wanting bright, scooped modern attack
- Players needing onboard EQ or active output for live tweaking
- Left-handed players — this is a right-handed instrument
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
Mahogany body and neck
Dense and warm. Pushes midrange forward and softens top-end attack compared to ash or maple.
Detail 03
Passive electronics
No battery to change. Tone shaping happens at your amp or pedals, not on the bass.
Detail 04
Rosewood fingerboard
Slightly softer feel and warmer response than maple. Needs occasional oiling to avoid drying out.
Detail 05
SG double-cutaway body
Light and thin, but the small body can make the neck dip toward the floor on a strap.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No case or gig bag included — budget separately
- 02Expect a setup: string height and intonation usually need adjusting out of the box
- 03Strap-button placement on SG bodies often causes neck dive; a wide strap helps
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a short scale bass?
The SG bass body is compact and sits closer to the player than a full-size bass. Confirm the exact scale length with the seller before ordering if that matters to you.
02Does it need a battery?
No. The pickups are passive, so there is nothing to power and nothing to fail mid-set.
03Is it good for a beginner?
Yes. Passive controls are simple, the body is light, and the price sits in entry-to-mid territory.
04What music does it suit?
Rock, hard rock and doom. The mahogany-and-mini-humbucker combination leans warm and mid-heavy rather than bright and percussive.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- Mini Humbucker
3 detailsBody & build
- Body Material
- Mahogany
- Color
- Red
- Neck Wood
- Mahogany
