4-string · Bolt-on
Four-string, 22-fret RS - NYBW's core J-style platform (e.g. RS4-22 JQ, ash/maple with pearl block inlays). Hand-built in New York, USA by New York Bass Works (NYBW) - 'instruments with a point of view.' 34.5" scale, bolt-on Eastern hard-maple neck with proprietary graphite reinforcement, 1.75" nut, comfortable C profile, compound 10"/14" radius. Ash or alder body with premium figured tops (birdseye/quilted/flamed maple, Indian or Madagascar rosewood, claro walnut, myrtle); Hipshot bridge with optional D-tuner; ultra-thin polyester gloss; NYBW Protec case. Fretted or fretless (ebony board). Pickup choices span NYBW Vintage J & P, NYBW custom-shop soapbars, DiMarzio Area J and Nordstrand. Custom-order; price on request.
| Construction | Bolt-on |
| Strings | 4 |
| Body | Ash or alder with figured top |
| Neck | Eastern hard maple with graphite reinforcement |
| Fingerboard | Indian/Madagascar rosewood, birdseye/roasted maple, or ebony (fretless) |
| Neck Pickup | NYBW Vintage J single-coil (custom soapbar / DiMarzio Area J / Nordstrand options) |
| Bridge Pickup | NYBW Vintage J single-coil (custom soapbar / DiMarzio Area J / Nordstrand options) |
| Controls | NYBW custom electronics (passive or active-preamp options) |
| Bridge | Hipshot (D-tuner option) |
| Made In | USA |