Gold Tone M-Bass25 25-Inch Scale Acoustic-Electric MicroBass with Gig Bag (Left-Handed)

This is the left-handed version of the Gold Tone M-Bass25, and it’s one of those instruments that consistently surprises people the first time they pick it up. The 25-inch scale — an inch longer than the standard M-Bass 23 — gives the neck a feel that’s more familiar to players coming from a conventional bass guitar, and the ten-percent larger body volume translates directly into a noticeably fuller, more resonant low end. Strung with Aquila MicroBass Thunderblack rubber/polymer strings and tuned standard EADG, this little instrument produces bass frequencies that simply shouldn’t be possible from something this small and this light. Whether you’re a touring musician looking for a no-compromise practice bass that fits in an overhead bin, a multi-instrumentalist wanting to add real bass lines to an acoustic set, or a lefty beginner who wants to start on something approachable and genuinely fun, the M-Bass25/L is built for you.

Gold Tone has always been willing to do things other manufacturers won’t, and the MicroBass line is a perfect example. The mahogany top, okoume back and sides, and nato neck are chosen not just for cost but for tonal warmth — these tonewoods work together to give the Thunderblack strings a woody, organic character that feels right at home in folk, acoustic, roots, and even jazz contexts. The walnut fingerboard and bridge add a touch of brightness and definition on the attack. Black hardware throughout keeps the aesthetic clean and understated. The onboard MBass preamp with EQ means you can plug straight into a PA, an amp, or an audio interface without any fuss, making this a legitimately gig-ready instrument right out of the box. And because Gold Tone built this as a left-handed model from the ground up — not a flipped right-handed instrument — the bracing, nut, and setup are correct for southpaw players.

Each instrument receives a professional setup at Gold Tone’s factory in Titusville, Florida before it ships to you. You won’t need to take it anywhere before you play it.

Why Buy From Banjo Warehouse

Banjo Warehouse is an authorized Gold Tone dealer, which means every instrument we sell is covered by Gold Tone’s manufacturer warranty and backed by our own customer service. We don’t just list Gold Tone products — we play them, setup them up, and stand behind them. Financing is available through PayPal Pay in 4 and 3, 6, 12, and 24-month plans with no late fees, plus Afterpay, so getting this instrument in your hands doesn’t have to wait.

Gold Tone M-Bass25/L Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the 25-inch scale M-Bass25 feel compared to a standard short-scale bass guitar?

The M-Bass25’s 25-inch scale sits between a traditional short-scale bass (30″) and the smaller M-Bass 23, and the neck feel is quite comfortable for players with average or larger hands. That said, the string tension is quite different from a conventional bass because of the Aquila Thunderblack rubber/polymer strings — they’re much more elastic and pliable than steel strings, which makes the instrument very easy on the fingers. Most bass players adapt within a few minutes of playing. The instrument is not intended to fully replicate the experience of a full-scale electric bass, but as a portable acoustic-electric bass tool it does something no standard bass can do at this size and weight.

Is this truly a left-handed instrument, or is it a right-handed model that has been flipped?

This is a genuine left-handed model built as such by Gold Tone — the M-Bass25/L. The nut is cut for left-handed stringing, and the instrument is designed and set up specifically for left-handed players. You are not getting a modified right-handed instrument. Left-handed players deserve a properly built instrument, and that’s exactly what this is.

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