Aria Pro II Limited Edition SB-CLB Cliff Burton Signature Bass Black with Gig Bag Metallica \m/ \m/
Limited Edition SB-CLB Cliff Burton Signature - A Tribute to the Legend
The Aria Pro II Cliff Lee Burton Signature Bass faithfully recreates the iconic SB-1000 that Cliff used during the early days of Metallica the bass that helped define a generation of heavy music. Every detail has been carefully restored to capture the tone, feel, and appearance of Cliff’s original instrument. From the distinctive body shape and high-output active circuit to the solid neck through construction, this limited edition model delivers the unmistakable punch and sustain that made the SB series legendary.
Aria unveiled this instrument at NAMM 2026 as a limited release. It honors the "Black 'n Gold" aesthetic and the powerful tone that defined 1980s thrash metal. When you think of Master of Puppets, this is the bass.
More than just a collector’s piece, this is a fully functional instrument built to perform, honoring Cliff’s uncompromising musicianship and the enduring legacy he left behind.
Limited production for 2026 only - 500 MADE FOR THE ENTIRE WORLD - we have two and once they are gone, that's it.
- Cliff Burton’s signature is inscribed on the back of the headstock – a
mark of authenticity and tribute to his enduring legacy. - Features an ash body with a high-gloss black finish and gold hardware, paired with a smooth maple and walnut neck-through construction for incredible sustain.
- The SB-CLB features the original QHB-1 bridge, crafted from solid brass for enhanced sustain, resonance, and classic vintage tone.
- Equipped with an Aria MB-10E pickup to give you THE tone that Burton was known for.
- The “B.B. Circuit” was one of the signature features that brought SB basses to stardom. It provides incredible sonic flexibility, literally at the turn of a single knob. Each of the six presets adjusts the frequency of a low-pass filter, dramatically shaping the character of the bass tone.
- Including a heavy-duty gig bag. Featuring Cliff Burton’s signature, rugged, stylish, and built to protect your bass