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Best Cort 5-String Basses 2025

Premium Cort 5-string basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: 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 Extended Range For Unique Designs For Experimental Music For Custom Features For Alternative Styles For Professional Use
BRANDS: Sadowsky Ibanez Warwick Marcus Miller Yamaha Harley Benton Sterling by Music Man Spector Lakland Music Man Sandberg Cort Fodera Marleaux
Cort Elrick NJS5 White - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Cort Elrick NJS5 White

by Cort
Experimental Music Professional Use Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup configurations available
✓ PROS
  • • Professional versatility
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
✗ CONS
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string
  • • May need specialized strings and setup

Cort Elrick NJS5 Bass Guitar White5-String Electric BassAlder bodyBolt-on 3-piece maple neckMaple fretboardWhite...

⭐ 4.9/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 541228
$1,209
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Cort C5 Deluxe Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Cort C5 Deluxe Black

by Cort
Experimental Music Unique Designs Professional Use
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • May need specialized strings and setup

Cort C5 Deluxe Black5 String Electric BassBody: PoplarNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: JatobaFingerboard radius: 400 mm...

⭐ 4.5/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 587144
$461
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort A5 Plus SC Amber Open Pore - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Cort A5 Plus SC Amber Open Pore

by Cort
Extended Range Experimental Music Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
  • • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
  • • May need specialized strings and setup
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Cort A5 Plus SC Amber Open Pore5-String BassBody: Swamp ashTop: Poplar burl5-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple / Panga...

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 484247
$952
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort Elrick NJS5 Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Cort Elrick NJS5 Black

by Cort
Unique Designs Extended Range Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • More complex muting techniques required

Cort Elrick NJS5 Black5-String Electric BassAlder bodyBolt-on 3-piece maple neckMaple fingerboardWhite pearloid block...

⭐ 4.8/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 542009
$1,209
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Blue - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Blue

by Cort
Professional Use Custom Features Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Professional versatility
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • String spacing may feel cramped

Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Blue5 String Electric BassBody: PoplarNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: JatobaFingerboard radius:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 587152
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Red - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Red

by Cort
Unique Designs Alternative Styles Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
  • • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Red5 String Electric BassBody: PoplarNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: JatobaFingerboard radius: 400...

⭐ 4.8/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 587154
$439
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort GB-Fusion 5 ABB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Cort GB-Fusion 5 ABB

by Cort
Alternative Styles Unique Designs Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Perfect for contemporary music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
✗ CONS
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string
  • • More complex muting techniques required

Cort GB-Fusion 5 ABB5-String Electric BassBody: solid alderTop: MapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleTwo-way...

⭐ 4.9/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 602159
$791
Buy at Thomann View Details
Cort A5 Ultra Ash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Cort A5 Ultra Ash

by Cort
Custom Features Experimental Music Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Professional versatility
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Cort A5 Ultra Ash5-String Electric BassBody: MahoganyTop: AshNeck-through-body neck: Maple / panga pangaFretboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 517741
$1,429
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How to Choose the Best 5-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 5-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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