An Epiphone Original From the Early 60s Returns

The Epiphone Newport Bass is an all-original design that debuted in 1961. The modern Newport Bass pays tribute to that rare vintage model while offering refinements to meet the needs of today’s bassists. The 30.5” scale length and comfortable Medium C profile make it suitable for players with a wide range of hand sizes, while the symmetrical double-cutaway body ensures excellent access to every fret. The Bass Sidewinder neck pickup provides rich, deep tones, while the TB PRO in the bridge position delivers brighter timbres. The two pickups are paired with master volume and tone controls and a blend knob so you can get precisely the tonal balance you desire.

Body Styles

Double Cut

Body Shape

Symmetrical Newport Bass

Body Material

Mahogany

Body Finish

Gloss

NECK

Profile

Medium C

Scale Length

774.0 mm / 30.472 in

Fingerboard Material

Laurel

Fingerboard Radius

304.8 mm / 12 in

Neck Material

Mahogany

Fret Count

20

Frets

Medium Jumbo

Nut Material

PVC

Nut Width

41.5 mm / 1.633 in

Inlays

Pearloid Dot

Joint

Glued In, Set Neck

HARDWARE

Finish

Nickel

Bridge

Historic Bass Tune-O-Matic

Tailpiece

Historic Claw

Tuning Machines

Die Cast

Pickguard

Newport Bass 3-ply (White/Black/White)

Truss Rod

Dual Action

Truss Rod Cover

Black Bullet

Control Knobs

Historic Insert Barrel

Control Covers

Black

Strap Buttons

2 - Bottom and Upper Horn

ELECTRONICS

Neck Pickup

Bass Sidewinder

Bridge Pickup

TB PRO

Controls

Master Volume, Blend Knob, Master Tone

Output Jack

Epiphone 1/4" Heavy-Duty

MISC

Strings Gauge

.045. .065. .085. .105