Vox Starstream Active Bass 2S Artist - Metallic Red

Bring a bold look, incredible ergonomic balance, and studio-grade tone to your performances with the Vox Starstream Active Bass 2S Artist in Metallic Red. Designed for modern bassists who refuse to compromise between comfort and sonic versatility, this 4-string short-scale active bass breaks convention. Whether you are laying down punchy slap grooves, driving a heavy rock rhythm, or navigating complex jazz fusion lines, the Starstream 2S delivers premium playability and rich, articulate low end in a lightweight, visually striking package.

Why Choose the Vox Starstream Active Bass 2S?

Traditional bass guitars can often feel heavy and cumbersome during long sets or marathon practice sessions. Vox engineered the Starstream series around an innovative ergonomic frame structure and a compact body shape to achieve flawless weight distribution. Combined with an agile 30-inch short scale length, this instrument reduces finger stretching and physical fatigue, making it exceptionally welcoming for guitarists crossing over to bass, players with smaller hands, and active performers who love to move on stage.

Key Features & Specifications

• Stunning Metallic Red Finish: A high-gloss, eye-catching aesthetic that ensures you stand out brightly under stage lights.
• Ergonomic Frame Structure: Advanced body-balance design eliminates neck-dive and ensures supreme comfort whether playing sitting down or standing up.
• Short-Scale Length (30.32" / 770 mm): Offers a looser string tension and tighter fret spacing for fluid navigation and effortless playability.
• Aguilar® AG 4J-70 Jazz-Type Pickups: Dual premium pickups featuring specialized coil-wrapping that replicates the punchy, articulate middle-high range of iconic '70s jazz basses.
• Aguilar® OBP-2 Onboard Preamp: Delivers professional-tier tone shaping with active +/-18dB bass boost/cut at 40Hz and +/-16dB treble boost/cut at 6.5kHz.
• Quality Hardware: Fitted with a reliable Gotoh 201-B4 CR bridge and precision tuner machine heads for stellar tuning stability and string resonance.
• Body & Neck Construction: Solid poplar body paired with a sturdy maple neck and a smooth 21-fret purpleheart/maple fingerboard.

Legendary Aguilar® Electronics for Ultimate Sound Customization

At the core of the Starstream 2S's voice is a world-class electronics layout. Equipped with dual Aguilar AG 4J-70 pickups, this bass captures an exceptional frequency spectrum. You get a distinct mid-high boost that cuts cleanly through dense band mixes, making it a dream weapon for funk, R&B, and classic rock styles. Coupled with the onboard Aguilar OBP-2 active preamp, you have immense studio control right at your fingertips to dial in rumbling sub-basses or glassy, crisp highs on the fly.

Technical Specifications

What’s in the Box?

To ensure you are ready to plug in and play right away, the Vox Starstream Active Bass 2S comes complete with a custom-fit Gig Bag for safe transport, along with essential maintenance tools including a Neck Adjustment Wrench and a Saddle Adjustment Wrench.

Elevate your low-end presence with a short-scale instrument that refuses to sacrifice power. Order your Vox Starstream Active Bass 2S Artist in Metallic Red from Gigstore today and experience modern ergonomic excellence!