The Eric Bass Signature Hillsboro Bass Guitar was designed for the bassist of Shinedown. Eric wanted a thin nut width to make noodling around easy on the hands as well as a comfortable feel and balance so that when you put the bass on, your hands go exactly where they're supposed to.. He also wanted a traditional look with a powerful pickup to cut through the mix. When you add all of these elements up you get the Eric Bass Hillsboro Signature bass and if it's good enough for Eric, it's good enough for you.