Adam Muhammad Subarkah, a well - known musician and a founding member of the Indonesian alt - rock band Sheila on 7, has a unique bass - playing style inspired by Pino Palladino and Adam Clayton. Throughout his career, he's always favored the Fender Precision bass. The Fender Japan Adam Subarkah Signature P Bass pays tribute to the vintage era. It has a 7.25' fingerboard radius with vintage - sized frets and a 60s P Bass Oval 'C' neck profile. The alder body, maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard make it sturdy. The Premium Vintage - Style 60s P Bass Single - Coil pickup gives it a warm, inviting, and versatile tone. The Hipshot Xtender Key for the E - string allows for quick tuning changes, adding to its versatility. The Taos Turquoise finish makes it not only sound great but also look amazing. Specifications include a Precision Bass® body shape, alder body material, gloss lacquer finish, and much more as detailed below. Body Shape: Precision Bass®; Body Material: Alder; Body Finish: Gloss Lacquer; Neck Profile: 60s P Bass Oval 'C'; Fretboard Material: Rosewood; Fretboard Radius: 7.25'; Scale Length: 34' (86.36cm); No. of Frets: 20 Vintage Frets; Fretboard Inlays: Ivory Dot Inlays; Pickups: Premium Vintage - Style 60s Single - Coil P Bass® (Middle); Bridge: 4 - Saddle Vintage - Style; Pickguard: 4 - Ply Tortoiseshell; Strings: 45 - 105 Gauges; Tuning Machines: Vintage Bass, Hipshot Xtender Key for E - string; Hardware Finish: Chrome.
Using this Fender Japan Adam Subarkah Signature P Bass is easy. First, tune it up. You can use the Hipshot Xtender Key for the E - string for quick tuning changes. When you start playing, the warm tone from the Premium Vintage - Style 60s P Bass Single - Coil pickup will make your music stand out. For maintenance, keep it in a dry place to prevent the wood from warping. Wipe the strings after each use to keep them in good condition. Also, check the frets regularly to make sure they're not worn out. Be careful when transporting it to avoid any bumps or scratches. With proper care, this bass will serve you well for a long time.
