Eight Strings, One Bass, Infinite Possibilities
If you've ever wanted the fullness of a bass and the shimmer of an octave-paired string in a single instrument, the Galveston 8-string bass delivers exactly that. This is a 4-course, 8-string instrument — each of the four standard bass strings is paired with a lighter string tuned one octave higher, giving you a natural chorus-like richness every time you play. It's the kind of bass that fills a room on its own, whether you're laying down a groove or carrying a full arrangement.
This Galveston 8-String Bass Guitar is in Excellent condition. The guitar is fully functional and will go through a full tech set up prior to shipping. It has a Very Light Play Wear, Comes With Gig-Bag. Please review the photos carefully for full condition.
This used Galveston has been well cared for and plays great. It's a genuinely unique instrument that doesn't come up often — if you've been hunting for an 8-string bass, this is a hard format to find at this price point.
Built for Extended Range Playing
The Galveston 8-string features a set neck design and a string-through-body bridge, both of which contribute to solid sustain and stable feel under the hands. Two truss rods in the neck help manage the added tension that comes with eight strings, giving you reliable setup stability over time.
The rosewood fingerboard spans 26 frets and is dressed with distinctive bat-style inlays — a visual signature of this model. A brass nut rounds out the hardware, keeping string spacing consistent and contributing to the overall resonance of the instrument.
Electronics and Hardware
On the electronics side, this bass features active controls: a volume knob, tone knob, and a 3-band EQ, giving you real flexibility to dial in your tone whether you're going deep and thumpy or bright and present. Gold hardware throughout adds a distinct look that sets it apart from your typical instrument.
The string-through-body bridge design is a nice touch at this tier — strings anchored through the body typically translate to better resonance and sustain compared to a top-loading bridge. Combined with the set neck joint, this bass is built with the kind of stability that extended-range players appreciate.
Product Features:
- 8-string bass (4 courses, each string paired with an octave string)
- Set neck design with dual truss rods
- String-through-body bridge for enhanced sustain
- Rosewood fingerboard with 26 frets and bat-style inlays
- Brass nut for consistent string spacing and resonance
- Active electronics: Volume, Tone, and 3-band EQ
- Gold hardware throughout
- Comes with gig bag
Brand: Galveston
Model: 8 String Bass
SKU: U-8-STRING-BASS
Condition: Used
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