Kingston super

Updated for 2026! The MTD Kingston Super is a precise combination of power and finesse. With high output humbucking pickups and myriad switching and EQ options, you will never be lost in the mix or wishing you had more.

The Super features an Ash body and Roasted Maple neck with a Roasted Maple and Ebony fingerboards.  The roasted neck not only provides more stability, but also makes for a more ‘broken in’ sound and feel. MTD’s asymmetrical neck and compound fingerboard radius allow the player hours of comfortable, fatigue free playing. The Buzz Feiten Tuning System provides precise intonation up and down the fretboard.

Like all MTD Kingston instruments, the Super undergoes a rigorous quality control and setup process in our Kingston, NY facility from master technicians. The robust, top-loading, Quick Release Bridge allows for speedy and easy string changes, while the Licensed Hipshot Ultralite Tuners provide confidence without neck dive.

The active EQ of the Super features +/- 6db of boost/cut for each of the three specifically selected frequency points, like the rest of the Kingston models. However, the Super also sports a 3 way mini toggle for each of its MM style pickups. In the down position, the pickup is in Series Mode, providing a bold punch and aggressive growl. In the middle position, the pickup is in Single Coil Mode, which will make each pickup sound brighter and sweeter. In the up position, the pickup is in Parallel Mode, providing slightly lower output than Series Mode but more clarity and definition. When both pickups are in Single Coil Mode and the blend pot is in the center position, the pickups are hum-cancelling.

With all these premium appointments, flexible electronics and finishes to match, we think the Super is just that – super!

Kingston Z

To further enhance the relationship between the Kingston and USA models, the Z now features an Alder body, Maple Burl top and Roasted Maple neck with a Roasted Maple, Ebony and Rosewood fingerboards more aligned with what our customers expect from an MTD instrument. The roasted neck not only provides more stability, but also makes for a more ‘broken in’ sound and feel. MTD’s asymmetrical neck and compound fingerboard radius allow the player hours of comfortable, fatigue free playing. The Buzz Feiten Tuning System provides precise intonation up and down the fretboard.

Like all MTD Kingston instruments, the Z undergoes a rigorous quality control and setup process in our Kingston, NY facility from master technicians. The robust, top-loading, Quick Release Bridge allows for speedy and easy string changes, while the Licensed Hipshot Ultralite Tuners provide confidence without neck dive.

The active preamp provides +/- 6db of boost and cut across bass/middle/treble. The reverse split coil pickups provide punch and clarity throughout the spectrum. The matching headstock provides an elegant, high end look and the body contours follow an ergonomic and attractive design which lends itself to many fantastic finishes.

Kingston Saratoga deluxe

Updated for 2026! The MTD Kingston Saratoga Deluxe retains the classic design cues of the last generation while updated specs provide a more boutique experience.

The MTD Kingston Saratoga features an ash body, roasted maple neck and rosewood fingerboard. The roasted neck not only provides more stability, but also makes for a more ‘broken in’ sound and feel.

Like all MTD Kingston instruments, the Saratoga Deluxe undergoes a rigorous quality control and setup process in our Kingston, NY facility from master technicians. MTD’s asymmetrical neck and compound fingerboard radius allow the player hours of comfortable, fatigue free playing. The Buzz Feiten Tuning System provides precise intonation up and down the fretboard.

Like all MTD Kingston instruments, the Saratoga Deluxe undergoes a rigorous quality control and setup process in our Kingston, NY facility from master technicians.

The robust, top-loading, Quick Release Bridge allows for speedy and easy string changes, while the Licensed Hipshot Ultralite Tuners provide confidence without neck dive.

The active preamp provides +/- 6db of boost and cut across bass/middle/treble. The Active/Passive switch couples the passive hum cancelling J-style pickups directly to the output and engages the passive tone control.

USA Bartolini and Hipshot upgrades are available!

The Kingston Norm Stockton Signature Saratoga is a natural evolution in our relationship. MTD introduced the Norm Stockton USA Signature in 2013. The Kingston version is an extension of that initial collaboration and features a familiar aesthetic to go with appointments not found on other Kingston instruments.

“I had high expectations for the Kingston NS, and it absolutely blew them away! Gorgeous looks, spectacular playability, and TONE for days. Everyone who’s played it has been floored.”
-Norm Stockton

Among those appointments are the custom USA Bartolini pickups and electronics package that deliver a tonal punch that must be experienced. The electronics feature active/passive switching and a custom mid-shift switch to select between 250hZ/450hZ (same frequencies as the USA version NS), making this instrument tonally unique among our lineup. Combining these electronics with the carbon reinforced maple neck, and a beautiful alder and maple body makes for a bass that is both incredibly versatile and thoroughly inspiring.

A bass worthy of a legend

Having been friends with legendary bass player Andrew Gouché for years and having already created an Andrew Gouché signature model for the MTD Handmade American line, the music didn’t end there.

The MTD Kingston Andrew Gouché, or the Kingston AG as we call it, began in 2010, with close collaboration between Michael Tobias and the signature artist, with the goal of bringing the best features of the Handmade Andrew Gouché Signature to the Kingston line.

Like all MTD Kingston instruments, the AG undergoes a rigorous quality control and setup process in our US facility from master technicians. The AG features our signature asymmetrical neck and compound fingerboard radius, which allows the player with hours of comfortable, fatigue free playing. The Buzz Feiten Tuning System provides precise intonation up and down the fretboard. The robust, top-loading, Quick Release Bridge allows for speedy and easy string changes, while the Licensed Hipshot Ultralite Tuners provide confidence without neck dive.

The Kingston AG features a carved alder body, with a stunning burl maple top. Alder makes a very warm, big sounding, slightly compressed, punchy bass.  The burl maple top makes each bass unique, while the Purpleheart fingerboard compliments the custom smoky purple satin finish, tying everything together for Andrew’s favorite tone and feel. The AG also features proprietary MTD Bartolini soapbar pickups, identical to the pickups found on our USA instruments. This bass also featured a custom Bartolini USA Preamp providing +/- 12db of boost/cut on each of the 3 specially selected frequency bands.

The MTD Kingston Andrew Gouche is a stunning instrument made in partnership with an absolute master of his craft.

Andrew Gouché plays both his MTD Handmade Signature model and his Kingston AG on stage, in bass clinics, church gigs, and just about everywhere else. Interested in hearing the magic tone for yourself?