Tobias Growler IV Bass Guitar in Satin Natural

The Tobias Growler fuses the instantly recognisable Tobias offset body shape with a single Bartolini quad-coil active humbucking pickup to produce an ergonomic, modern bass guitar with a mid-range growl like no other.

Crafted from lightweight Paulownia, partnered with an asymmetrical 3-piece (Maple/Purpleheart/Maple) bolt-on neck with Wenge fingerboard, this performance-focused bass feels ergonomic, comfortable and fast in all playing positions. Its premium Babicz and Gotoh hardware ensures stage and studio-ready stability, and its flexible Bartolini pickup and advanced electronics ensure every tone is possible with a few small tweaks. Partnered with its road-ready premium Tobias gig bag, the Tobias Growler is a true modern workhorse bass built for those looking to take things to the next level.

Designed for comfort & perfect balance

The Growlers' curvy offset body is crafted from lightweight Paulownia, which has a resonant and musical tone. Hardware-wise, Tobias doesn’t mess about either. You get an ultra-modern, high-mass Babicz bridge and Gotoh tuners that keep everything tight, stable and gig‑ready.

Premium electronics for awesome versatility

A single Bartolini quad coil active pickup delivers a huge palette of tones, backed up by a seriously flexible set of onboard controls that let you shape your sound in seconds. Lay down smooth jazz grooves or cut through the mix with authority for rock and funk tunes!

Ready to go, right outta the box

To top it all off, the Growler ships with a premium Tobias gig bag. It’s sturdy, stylish and properly protective, so whether you're heading to rehearsal, your local jam night or straight onto the stage, you can sling it over your shoulder and go with confidence.

• Bartolini Powered - Tobias basses come equipped with Bartolini pickups for a tone that’s punchy, clean and full of character. The 18V preamp offers a plethora of flexible controls and heaps of headroom too, so your sound stays clear even when you dig in.
• Babicz FCH Z Bridge - A modern, high‑mass monster. Expect killer sustain and enhanced resonance thanks to Babicz’s clever Full‑Contact design.
• Gotoh Tuners - Keep your tuning locked in from rehearsal to encore, with a lightweight design for optimal neck balance.
• Signature Tobias Feel - With its Tobias Asym neck profile, this bass feels perfect in the hand, making fast runs and long sets feel completely effortless. Its premium tone woods feel resonant and defined with ample sustain and low-end, and its Wenge fingerboard with jumbo frets offers a silky smooth feel.
• Included premium gig bag - Gives your bass proper protection while keeping things lightweight and ready for the road.

Body

• Body Shape: Growler
• Body Material: Paulownia
• Body Style: Double-Cut
• Body Finish: Satin

Neck

• Neck Material: 3-Piece; Hard Maple with Purpleheart Centre Strip
• Fingerboard Material: Wenge
• Profile: Asymmetrical
• Scale Length: 34”
• Frets: 24 Jumbo
• Joint: Bolt-on
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 41mm

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Bartolini MM42CBJD3 Quad Coil
• Controls: Master Volume, Stacked Treble/Bass EQ for Coil 1, Stacked Treble/Bass EQ for Coil 2, Two Mid Contour Mini Switches
• Pickup Selector: Blend Knob (Coils)
• Preamp: Bartolini: 18v

Hardware

• Bridge: Babicz FCHZ4BK
• Tuning Machines: Gotoh Compact Die-Cast
• Finish: Black Chrome
• Control Knobs: Black Knurled Metal

Miscellaneous

• Case: Tobias Premium Gig Bag
• Strings Gauge: .045, .065, .090, .105