About this bass

The Maré 4 – Essential (Foglia Burst) blends expressive aesthetics with precise, reliable construction. Its dramatic finish pairs deep black lacquer with fragmented 24K gold foil, creating a striking burst effect that moves between shadow and luminous metallic texture.

The body is crafted from French red alder (Alnus rubra), chosen for its balanced tonal character and lively resonance. It provides a clear, responsive voice with strong articulation and a solid low-end foundation — qualities that translate naturally across a wide range of playing styles.

A Norwegian maple neck ensures stability and smooth playability, paired with an Indian rosewood fretboard (Dalbergia latifolia) that adds warmth and tactile comfort. Together, they create a neck feel that is both fluid and precise.

With a 34" scale, 24 frets, and a 12"–16" compound radius, the Maré offers modern playability that remains intuitive in the hands. The geometry supports both articulate fingerstyle passages and confident groove-oriented playing.

Faithful to the philosophy of the Essential Series, the Maré 4 focuses on clarity, reliability, and musical expression — an instrument designed to perform effortlessly while carrying a bold and unmistakable visual identity.

Each of our instruments is carefully handcrafted in Paris, France, using the highest standards of craftsmanship and the finest materials. At Belforti Instruments, we focus on precision and quality to create durable, high-performance guitars and basses that meet the needs of serious musicians. Every instrument is a testament to our commitment to exceptional sound and design

Features

Shape

Core Specs

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Woods

Options

Foglia Burst

The Foglia Burst finish combines bold contrast with artisanal texture. Sheets of 24K gold foil are carefully applied over a deep black base, creating a surface where luminous metallic fragments emerge through darker areas of the burst. The transition from gold to black is intentionally organic, allowing the foil to appear fractured and layered rather than perfectly uniform.

This interplay between precious metal and dark lacquer produces remarkable visual depth. Under changing light, the gold reveals warm reflections while the black areas frame the instrument’s contours, emphasizing its sculptural form. The result feels both luxurious and raw — a finish that evokes aged gilded surfaces, worn patina, and traditional decorative techniques.

Because each foil layer settles differently, every Foglia Burst instrument develops a unique pattern. No two surfaces reveal the gold in exactly the same way, making each piece visually singular while preserving the bold identity of the design.

Electronics

The Essential Series comes equiped with our Classic Electronics.

It is meant to fit in any ensemble, any genre and to be as easy and straightforward as possible.

Fully passive circuits with simple controls.

More time to play, less time to worry about your sound

Pickups
  • 2 Belforti AURA II-J

The AURA II-J is our take on a classic Jazz Bass Single Coil pickup, a harmonious blend of the iconic and the innovative.

With its core design centered around .42 plain enamel and scattered winding, combined with the power of Alnico 5 magnets, this pickup exudes a bass tone that seamlessly navigates between vintage nostalgia and the demands of today's sound.

It's meticulously engineered for bassists seeking both tradition and progression in their sound.

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Circuit

Layout

  • Dual Volume
  • Tone
  • Orange Drop 0.47mfd Capacitor
  • Pure Tone Mono Jack
  • Onboard TOMA x Belforti PCB

What's included

Your instrument

How surprising !

Belforti Premium Gig Bag

Your Belforti deserves proper protection. So it comes with a signature padded gig bag themed after the series you chose.

Sturdy, weather-proof, and oh so cool !

Setup Tools

Your instrument comes completely setup and ready to play. But you might wanna tweak things up a bit later on, so we got you covered !

Certificate of Authenticity

A real Belforti deserves a certificate. Can't fake this up

Detailed Specs

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GENERAL SPECS

Body Shape : Marē

Number of Strings : 4

Scale Length : Standard 34"

String Spacing : 18mm

Weight : 3.7kg

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BODY, NECK & FRETBOARD
  • BODY

Body Wood : Red Alder(Alnus rubra - France)

Body Wood Rating : 78.47R

Chambering : Non Chambered

  • NECK

Neck Wood : Norwegian Maple

Neck Wood Rating : 74.83R

Neck Profile : M

Nut Width : 39mm

  • FRETBOARD

Fretboard Wood : Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia - India)

Fretboard Wood Rating : 76.40R

Fretboard Radius : Modern 12" to 16"

Number of Frets : 24

Fret Wire : Medium EVO Gold

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FINISH

Main Color : Foglia Burst

Accent Color :

Body Finish : Ultra Thin Gloss Polyurethane

Neck Finish : Ultra Thin Gloss Polyurethane

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INLAYS & AESTHETICS

Inlay Design : Foglia Burst

Inlay Material : Matching

Knobs : Metal Knobs

Frontplate : No Frontplate

Backplate : Matching Backplate

Headstock : Matching

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HARDWARE

Bridge : ABM Single Bridge

Tuners : Hipshot USA Ultralite

Hardware Color : Gold

Side Dots : Gold Foil

Strings : Optima 24K Gold

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ELECTRONICS

Configuration : Classic

Pickups : 2 Belforti AURA II-J

Layout :

  • Dual Volume
  • Tone
  • Orange Drop 0.47mfd Capacitor
  • Pure Tone Mono Jack
  • Onboard TOMA x Belforti PCB

Pots : CTS 250K - No Load Tone

Jack : Pure Tone Mono

Capacitor : .47mfd Orange Drop