Is Tonewood Real? Warwick Corvette Bubinga VS Ash Comparison
Is tonewood real? This video dives right to the heart of this ongoing debate that resonates throughout the luthier and guitar/bass player community. Join Kade Turner as he conducts an exciting experiment. In the spotlight are two Warwick Pro Series four-string Corvettes that are identical in every aspect but one: the wood used to make the body. One boasts a Swamp Ash body, while the other features a Bubinga body. The question at hand is whether the choice of wood truly affects an instrument’s tone.
Kade, driven by a passion for exploring the depths of sound, takes us on a journey to unveil the secrets hidden within these different tonewoods. As the debate between believers and skeptics rages on, Kade provides an objective comparison, giving us a chance to hear the differences for ourselves. With both instruments set up under the same conditions, Kade lets the guitars do the talking. The Bubinga, with its characteristic growling mid-driven tones, is pitted against the Swamp Ash, known for its bright and snappier sound.
Through his expert analysis and straightforward approach, Kade ensures that all the variables are controlled, allowing us to truly grasp the potential impact of the tonewoods on the final sound.
Curious to see if tonewood truly shapes a bass guitar’s voice? Check out the video and let us know in the comments where you stand in the ongoing debate. Whether you’re a seasoned bass player, a curious learner, or simply someone fascinated by the power of sound, this exploration of tonal intricacies is bound to strike a chord with you.
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00:00 Introduction
00:16 Specs
00:50 Playing Examples
02:15 Closing Thoughts
02:53 Audio Adjustments
03:14 Outro