Washburn OB50-B Oscar Schmidt 4-string Bass Electric Guitar - Black

It all began in the late 15th century with an instrument called the viola de gamba. This instrument was large with 6 strings, but the Tuning matched the double Bass we have today. By the end of the next century, the first double bass was seen in Italy. The first true bass Guitar was made by Gibson in 1910. It was called the Mando bass, and was an acoustic instrument. The first amplified bass guitar was built in 1933 by Paul Tutmarc. The brand was "Audiovox." In the mid 1930s, established firms like Lyon & Healy, Rickenbacker and Gibson began selling basses that, although less bulkier than the standard double bass, were still tall, unfretted and upright. Yet the design and popularity of the electric bass guitar is often attributed to Leo Fender and his developments in the 1950's.

Affordable and uniquely styled the Oscar Schmidt OB50 gives you Professional looks and tone at an entry-level price.