The Ortega KTSM-4 Ken Taylor Electro Acoustic Bass, Gloss Spruce is an artist special model based on Ken Taylor, a legendary bass player known for the groove in the Peter Maffay Band. The Ortega KTSM-4 is designed with traditional and modern players in mind, providing the characteristics of Ken Taylor's instruments, perfect for the performing bass player. With a solid spruce and flamed mahogany construction, the Ortega KTSM-4 produces a well-balanced, warm, and resonant sound with a broad dynamic range, offering a versatile instrument ideal for a wide range of playing styles. Its comfortably curvaceous body is also features a florentine cutaway profile, offering added aesthetic appeal and easy access to upper frets. Equipped with a Fishman Presys+ preamp with XLR/jack, players are certain to benefit from its range of tone shaping options and an on-board tuner. With abalone inlays, a gloss finish, and exquisite flamed mahogany back and sides, the Ortega KTSM-4 is certainly ready for stage-performance.