SB-1000
The Aria Pro II SB-1000 is the Japan-made neck-through bass that defined 80s studio and jazz-fusion recording — Cliff Burton's weapon of choice. Heel-less neck-through ash body with MB-II pickup and 'BB Circuit' active preamp. Punchy mid-focused voice unlike any Fender bass. A Japanese icon that commands serious vintage prices today.
Best strings for Aria Pro II SB-1000
Character-matched pairings, ordered by fit
NYXL Bass on SB-1000 — tuning stability for Aria active preamp studio work.
Rotosound Swing Bass 66 on SB-1000 — stainless UK bass strings on Japanese 80s studio icon, Cliff Burton territory.
DR Hi-Beam on SB-1000 — round-core stainless for modern jazz-fusion clarity and sustain.
Slinky Bass on Aria SB-1000 — classic nickel-wound for players preferring warmer tone than stainless Rotosound.
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