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Best Cort 4-String Basses 2025

Premium Cort 4-string basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Unique Designs For Specialty Applications For Experimental Music For Custom Features For Alternative Styles For Distinctive Sound
BRANDS: Sadowsky Ibanez Harley Benton Warwick Music Man Sterling by Music Man Yamaha Sandberg Marcus Miller Höfner Epiphone Jackson Spector Rickenbacker Lakland Cort Danelectro Fodera
Cort C4 Deluxe Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Cort C4 Deluxe Black

by Cort
Alternative Styles Experimental Music Distinctive Sound
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of pickup configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Classic bass foundation
  • • Standard four-string configuration
✗ CONS
  • • No high C string for extended range
  • • Limited low-end extension vs 5-string

Cort C4 Deluxe BlackElectric BassBody: PoplarBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: JatobaFingerboard radius: 400 mm...

⭐ 4.5/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 587002
$417
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Cort GB-Fusion 4 Blue Burst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Cort GB-Fusion 4 Blue Burst

by Cort
Distinctive Sound Alternative Styles Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Standard four-string configuration
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile tonal range
  • • Perfect for most musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Less range than extended scale basses
  • • Standard tuning limitations

Cort GB-Fusion 4 Blue BurstElectric BassBody: Solid AlderBolt-on neck: MapleTop: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 864...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 602100
$670
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Cort A4 Ultra Ash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Cort A4 Ultra Ash

by Cort
Experimental Music Distinctive Sound Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Classic bass foundation
✓ PROS
  • • Classic bass foundation
  • • Perfect for most musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Standard tuning limitations
  • • Less range than extended scale basses

Cort A4 Ultra AshElectric BassTop: Swamp ashBody: MahoganyContinuous 5-piece neck: Maple / Panga PangaFretboard: Panga...

⭐ 4.9/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 484638
$1,308
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Cort GB Modern 4 Charcoal Grey - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Cort GB Modern 4 Charcoal Grey

by Cort
Unique Designs Specialty Applications Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Versatile tonal range
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for most musical styles
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
✗ CONS
  • • May need alternate tunings for some styles
  • • Limited low-end extension vs 5-string

Cort GB Modern 4 Charcoal GreyElectric BassBody: Maple core with paulownia wingTop: Poplar burl with walnut...

⭐ 4.4/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 541895
$989
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Cort A4 Plus FMMH OPBC - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Cort A4 Plus FMMH OPBC

by Cort
Custom Features Experimental Music Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Perfect for most musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Standard four-string configuration
  • • Versatile tonal range
✗ CONS
  • • May need alternate tunings for some styles
  • • No high C string for extended range

Cort A4 Plus FMMH Open Pore Black CherryElectric BassBody: MahoganyTop: Flamed maple5-Piece neck-thru-body:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 448779
$782
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Cort Elrick NJS4 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Cort Elrick NJS4 Black

by Cort
Alternative Styles Experimental Music Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Classic bass foundation
✓ PROS
  • • Standard four-string configuration
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
✗ CONS
  • • Less range than extended scale basses
  • • No high C string for extended range

Cort Elrick NSJ4 BlackElectric BassAlder bodyBolt-on 3-piece maple neckMaple fretboardWhite pearloid block fretboard...

⭐ 4.6/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 541990
$989
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort Rithimic Jeff Berlin 4 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Cort Rithimic Jeff Berlin 4

by Cort
Custom Features Experimental Music Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Wide variety of pickup configurations
✓ PROS
  • • Wide variety of pickup configurations
  • • Perfect for most musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Standard tuning limitations
  • • No high C string for extended range

Cort Rithimic Jeff Berlin 4Electric BassJeff Berlin ModelBody: AlderTop: spalted maple / PadoukNeck: Bolt-on...

⭐ 4.9/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 482608
$1,143
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Cort A4 Plus FMMH OPBB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Cort A4 Plus FMMH OPBB

by Cort
Specialty Applications Unique Designs Distinctive Sound
Key Feature:
• Standard four-string configuration
✓ PROS
  • • Classic bass foundation
  • • Standard four-string configuration
✗ CONS
  • • Limited low-end extension vs 5-string
  • • Standard tuning limitations

Cort A4 Plus FMMH OPBBElectric BassBody: MahagonyTop: Flamed maple5-Piece neck-through-body: Maple/ WalnutFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 574514
$802
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How to Choose the Best 4-String Basses

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 4-string basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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