{"title":"Atelier Z","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"440\"\u003eAtelier Z – High-Performance Bass Craftsmanship from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"442\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eAtelier Z is a respected Japanese bass brand known for precision build quality, powerful tone, and exceptional playability. Designed for serious players, Atelier Z basses combine traditional craftsmanship with performance-driven engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eHand-built in Japan, these instruments are widely appreciated for their tight low-end response, articulate mids, and clear, defined highs. From modern stage performance to studio work, Atelier Z basses deliver clarity, punch, and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eRockSo Music is proud to present Atelier Z basses in the Netherlands.\u003cbr data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eSelected models are available in-store and online, with custom orders possible upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eExplore our current Atelier Z basses below.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"atelier-z-m245-natural","title":"Atelier Z M#245 – Natural – 4.08 kg – Hand-Built in Japan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Craftsmanship. Modern Power. Professional Control.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M#245 is Atelier Z’s modern take on the classic 34\" scale bass platform — combining traditional tonewoods with powerful active electronics for expanded tonal control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with an Ash body and Maple 1-piece neck, it delivers fast attack, strong note definition, and a tight, focused low end. The natural resonance of the wood is enhanced by a responsive onboard preamp, making this instrument highly responsive in live performance settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its core is the \u003cstrong\u003eBartolini XTCT + Spectrum Boost preamp\u003c\/strong\u003e — a low-noise, 3-band EQ system offering precise control over bass, mid, and treble frequencies. 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