This is quite possibly the coolest bass you've never heard of. I played one at NAMM 2025 and tried to buy it at that time but they weren't available until August. I bought this bass new on 8/21/25. It's really cool. Plays great, sounds great - the 24 fret neck positioning is done in a way that it's super easy to get to all the frets, too. Weighs 7.6lbs on my digital scale. Very cool and super unique instrument. Video is me with this exact bass. Price includes shipping CONUS.
SPECS:
Specs from VOX: www.voxamps.com/product/starstream-bass-hl5/
Starstream Bass Artist HL5 | HEADLESS ELECTRIC BASS GUITAR
Introducing the VOX Starstream Bass Artist HL: A Revolutionary New Headless Bass for Modern Musicians
All new innovative headless system
Newly developed bridge mechanism for solid and easy tuning
Deep Bolt-on Joint
Aguilar pickup and preamp
The VOX Starstream Bass Artist HL redefines headless bass guitars, offering exceptional playability and cutting-edge design. Combining advanced engineering with premium materials, this bass guitar is perfect for players seeking innovation, reliability, and standout performance.
Breaking Barriers in Headless Bass Design
After years of meticulous research and development, VOX is proud to introduce a revolutionary headless bass guitar that sets a new benchmark in the industry, offering the look and feel of a Headless bass without the usual problems of most headless basses and
guitars: tuning stability, tuning difficulty and balance.
The Starstream Bass Artist HL represents one of the most exciting advancements in bass guitar design in recent years.
Revolutionary VOX Headless System
The VOX Starstream Bass Artist HL is crafted for unparalleled comfort and precision. Its lightweight VSS frame, featuring a resin structure paired with an alder body, ensures impeccable body balance and effortless playability.
At the heart of this innovation is the newly developed VOX Headless System, a cutting-edge bridge mechanism designed to optimize tuning stability and simplify adjustments.
Diagonal Tuning Knobs: The intuitive tuning knobs require minimal effort to achieve- and hold – precise tuning, providing exceptional ease of use.
Enhanced Tuning Accuracy: A unique winding mechanism ensures stable, highly precise tuning that won’t easily drift allowing for an unmatched playing experience.
This system is exclusive to the Starstream Bass, making it a true standout in the world of headless basses.
Optimized Neck and Joint Structure
The Deep Bolt-On Joint reinforces the connection between the neck and body, enhancing string vibration transfer for richer resonance and tonal clarity. This advanced structural optimization ensures a responsive and dynamic sound, perfect for a variety of playing styles.
Powered by Aguilar Electronics
Equipped with Aguilar pickups and preamps, the Starstream Bass delivers a full-bodied, powerful tone with exceptional clarity and depth. Whether you’re laying down smooth grooves or cutting through a mix with punchy riffs, the Aguilar system ensures consistent, high-quality sound.
Innovative Headpiece Design
Unlike conventional headless basses that often sacrifice tone for weight reduction, the VOX Starstream Bass features a uniquely engineered headpiece. This proprietary design adds just the right amount of weight to the tip of the neck, enhancing resonance and preserving the full, rich bass sound players expect.
Crafted in Japan for Superior Quality
Manufactured in Japan, the VOX Starstream Bass Artist HL embodies precision craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. From material selection to final assembly, every aspect of this instrument reflects VOX’s commitment to excellence. The result is a bass guitar that delivers superior tone, reliability, and performance.
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SPECS:
Specs from VOX: www.voxamps.com/product/starstream-bass-hl5/
Starstream Bass Artist HL5 | HEADLESS ELECTRIC BASS GUITAR
Introducing the VOX Starstream Bass Artist HL: A Revolutionary New Headless Bass for Modern Musicians
All new innovative headless system
Newly developed bridge mechanism for solid and easy tuning
Deep Bolt-on Joint
Aguilar pickup and preamp
The VOX Starstream Bass Artist HL redefines headless bass guitars, offering exceptional playability and cutting-edge design. Combining advanced engineering with premium materials, this bass guitar is perfect for players seeking innovation, reliability, and standout performance.
Breaking Barriers in Headless Bass Design
After years of meticulous research and development, VOX is proud to introduce a revolutionary headless bass guitar that sets a new benchmark in the industry, offering the look and feel of a Headless bass without the usual problems of most headless basses and
guitars: tuning stability, tuning difficulty and balance.
The Starstream Bass Artist HL represents one of the most exciting advancements in bass guitar design in recent years.
Revolutionary VOX Headless System
The VOX Starstream Bass Artist HL is crafted for unparalleled comfort and precision. Its lightweight VSS frame, featuring a resin structure paired with an alder body, ensures impeccable body balance and effortless playability.
At the heart of this innovation is the newly developed VOX Headless System, a cutting-edge bridge mechanism designed to optimize tuning stability and simplify adjustments.
Diagonal Tuning Knobs: The intuitive tuning knobs require minimal effort to achieve- and hold – precise tuning, providing exceptional ease of use.
Enhanced Tuning Accuracy: A unique winding mechanism ensures stable, highly precise tuning that won’t easily drift allowing for an unmatched playing experience.
This system is exclusive to the Starstream Bass, making it a true standout in the world of headless basses.
Optimized Neck and Joint Structure
The Deep Bolt-On Joint reinforces the connection between the neck and body, enhancing string vibration transfer for richer resonance and tonal clarity. This advanced structural optimization ensures a responsive and dynamic sound, perfect for a variety of playing styles.
Powered by Aguilar Electronics
Equipped with Aguilar pickups and preamps, the Starstream Bass delivers a full-bodied, powerful tone with exceptional clarity and depth. Whether you’re laying down smooth grooves or cutting through a mix with punchy riffs, the Aguilar system ensures consistent, high-quality sound.
Innovative Headpiece Design
Unlike conventional headless basses that often sacrifice tone for weight reduction, the VOX Starstream Bass features a uniquely engineered headpiece. This proprietary design adds just the right amount of weight to the tip of the neck, enhancing resonance and preserving the full, rich bass sound players expect.
Crafted in Japan for Superior Quality
Manufactured in Japan, the VOX Starstream Bass Artist HL embodies precision craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. From material selection to final assembly, every aspect of this instrument reflects VOX’s commitment to excellence. The result is a bass guitar that delivers superior tone, reliability, and performance.
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