Whether bowing or finger picking, this specially modified AeroSilk piezo system detects the vibrations of the strings that vibrates in different shapes, and then outputs the signals at equalized level. Jatoba fretboard has a reddish brown color which produces a rich mid range with a crisp high end. A padded gig bag can carry everything in it, including the bass itself, bow and stand. TAMA® Roadpro stand custom for Upright included