Key Features
- Exceptional and affordable
- Powerful Bartolini MK-1 pickups and preamp set for versatile tones
- Roasted maple fretboard on 5pc panga-panga/walnut neck for superior playability
- Ergonomic mahogany body with figured ash top in 3 different colour options
Cort Artisan B5 Element 5-String Bass, Open Pore Natural Overview
The Cort Artisan B5 Element 5-String Bass is the perfect choice for players wanting to get the most out of their instrument. With its open pore natural finish, this bass looks as good as it sounds. The 5pc panga-panga and walnut neck, complete with roasted maple fretboard, offer great playability and reliable strength for gigs to come. The combination of these elements creates an instrument that is both powerful and versatile, so whether you're in the studio or performing live, you can expect a superior performance.
To ensure a balanced output and smooth playability, the Artisan B4 Element features Bartolini MK-1 pickups and preamp set, as well as Hipshot Ultralite tuners. The MetalCraft M4 bridge also adds extra resonance to your playing while its rounded ergonomic design provides comfortable playing experience. With all these features packed together, it's no wonder this bass is making waves amongst musicians.
Product Ref: 257611
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View Full DescriptionAwesome playability
A perfect balance of punch and tone for any bass player. The combination of a mahogany body, 5-piece walnut and panga-panga neck, and roasted maple fretboard provides smooth surfaces galore, making this bass an outstanding choice for pro musicians and progressing bassists alike. 25 frets make playing fast, intricate passages easier than ever, while the Hipshot Ultralite tuners offer tight tuning stability.
Premium pickups and preamp
The Cort Artisan B5 Element Bass is also equipped with Bartolini MK-1 pickups and preamp set, providing a powerful yet transparent sound. The 3-band EQ allows you to easily dial in the perfect tone, while the active/passive switch lets you change between a powerful, high output active voicing and a punchy, more natural passive voicing. The combination of the pickups and preamp give this bass the perfect amount of power and clarity, making it suitable for all genres of music.
MetalCraft M5 bridge
The MetalCraft M5 bridge features dual string loading system that greatly enhances resonance and tone transfer. This bridge gives the Cort Artisan B5 Element Bass excellent sustain and playability, making this bass a joy to play and providing a smooth, articulate tone that can cut through any mix. The stylish black hardware also provides a sleek, professional look that looks great on stage.
Specifications
- B5-ELE-OPN
Body
- Construction: Bolt-On
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Ash
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck: 5pcs Walnut & Panga Panga
- Fretboard: Roasted Maple
- Radius: 15.75"(400mm)
- Frets: 24
- Scale: 34"(864mm)
- Tuners: Hipshot Ultralite
Hardware & Electronics
- Bridge: MetalCraft M5
- Pickups: Bartolini MK-1 Pickup Set
- Electronics: Bartolini MK-1 Electronics
- Hardware: Black
- Strings: D'Addario EXL165
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