Best Warwick Fretless Basses 2025

Premium Warwick fretless basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 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 Jazz For Fusion For World Music For Progressive For Experimental For Session Work

BRANDS: Marcus Miller Harley Benton Sadowsky Warwick Ibanez

Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 FL NB TS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 FL NB TS

by Warwick

Session Work Experimental Progressive

Key Feature:

• Smooth, singing sustain

✓ PROS

• Unique fretless character
• Great for expressive playing

✗ CONS

• Limited for some musical styles
• May not suit all players

Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 FL NB TS5-String Electric BassFretless modelAsh bodyBolt-on 4-piece laminated maple neck with...

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 442671

$1,044

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Warwick Pro Series Corvette Bub 6 FL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Warwick Pro Series Corvette Bub 6 FL

by Warwick

World Music Jazz Fusion

Key Feature:

• Smooth, singing sustain

✓ PROS

• Unique fretless character
• Smooth, singing sustain

✗ CONS

• Fingerboard wear over time
• Steeper learning curve

Warwick Pro Series Corvette Bub 6 FL6-String Electric BassFretlessBody: BubingaBolt-on neck: OvangkolFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (49 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 489081

$3,299

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Warwick RB Corvette Basic 5 FL NBTS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Warwick RB Corvette Basic 5 FL NBTS

by Warwick

Session Work Fusion Progressive

Key Feature:

• Unique fretless character

✓ PROS

• Smooth, singing sustain
• Unique fretless character

✗ CONS

• Limited for some musical styles
• Steeper learning curve

Warwick RB Corvette Basic 5 FL NBTS5-String Electric BassFretlessBody: AlderBolted 4-stripe neck: Maple with Ekanga...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 450209

$1,099

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Warwick RockBass Streamer 5 FL NBT - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick RockBass Streamer 5 FL NBT

by Warwick

World Music Fusion Progressive

Key Feature:

• Professional jazz sound

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Smooth, singing sustain

✗ CONS

• May not suit all players
• Fingerboard wear over time

Warwick RockBass Streamer 5 FL NBT5-String Electric BassFretlessArched body: CarolinaBolted 4-stripe neck: Laminated...

⭐ 4.9/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 452132

$934

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Warwick RB Star Bass 4 FL BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Warwick RB Star Bass 4 FL BK

by Warwick

World Music Experimental Jazz

Key Feature:

• Smooth, singing sustain

✓ PROS

• Unique fretless character
• Great for expressive playing

✗ CONS

• May not suit all players
• Steeper learning curve

Warwick RB Star Bass 4 FL BKElectric BassFretlesssidesand bottom: MapleGluedDeckeZargen und Boden: AhornSet-In 3-piece...

⭐ 4.8/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 502134

$1,099

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Warwick RB Corvette Basic 6 SBHP FL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick RB Corvette Basic 6 SBHP FL

by Warwick

World Music Session Work Jazz

Key Feature:

• Great for expressive playing

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Great for expressive playing

✗ CONS

• Limited for some musical styles
• May not suit all players

Warwick RB Corvette Basic 6 SBHP FL6-String Electric BassFretless modelBody: Alder5-Piece neck: Maple with ekanga...

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 452966

$1,154

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Warwick RB Streamer NT 5 FL NA HP - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Warwick RB Streamer NT 5 FL NA HP

by Warwick

Fusion Progressive Session Work

Key Feature:

• Endless pitch possibilities

✓ PROS

• Smooth, singing sustain
• Unique fretless character

✗ CONS

• Steeper learning curve
• Limited for some musical styles

Warwick RB Streamer NT 5 FL NA HP5-String Electric BassFretlessBody: AlderFull-length 4-stripe neck: Laminated maple...

⭐ 5.0/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 451982

$1,154

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Warwick Pro Series Corvette Bub 4 FL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick Pro Series Corvette Bub 4 FL

by Warwick

Experimental Session Work Fusion

Key Feature:

• Professional jazz sound

✓ PROS

• Great for expressive playing
• Smooth, singing sustain

✗ CONS

• Requires precise intonation skills
• May not suit all players

Warwick Pro Series Corvette Bub 4 FLElectric BassFretlessBody: BubingaBolt-on neck: OvangkolFretboard: Tigerstripe...

⭐ 4.5/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 489057

$2,859

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Warwick RB Streamer NT I 5 FL BLK - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Warwick RB Streamer NT I 5 FL BLK

by Warwick

Jazz Progressive Experimental

Key Feature:

• Unique fretless character

✓ PROS

• Endless pitch possibilities
• Smooth, singing sustain

✗ CONS

• May not suit all players
• Limited for some musical styles

Warwick RB Streamer NT I 5 FL BLK5-String Electric BassFretlessBody: AlderNeck-through construction4-pPece laminated...

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 503753

$1,154

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Warwick RB Streamer NT I 4 NTHP FL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 5.0/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick RB Streamer NT I 4 NTHP FL

by Warwick

Experimental Jazz Session Work

Key Feature:

• Smooth, singing sustain

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Endless pitch possibilities

✗ CONS

• May not suit all players
• Requires precise intonation skills

Warwick RB Streamer NT I 4 NTHP FLElectric BassFretlessBody: Alder3-Piece neck through: Maple with Ekanga veneer...

⭐ 5.0/5 (26 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 450764

$1,099

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Warwick RB Corvette B 4 FL NBTS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Warwick RB Corvette B 4 FL NBTS

by Warwick

Experimental Session Work World Music

Key Feature:

• Unique fretless character

✓ PROS

• Smooth, singing sustain
• Great for expressive playing

✗ CONS

• Fingerboard wear over time
• Requires precise intonation skills

Warwick RB Corvette B 4 FL NBTSElectric BassFretless modelBody: AlderScrewed 3-piece laminated maple neck with Ekanga...

⭐ 4.9/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 442739

$989

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Warwick RB StarBass5 Black HP fretless - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.4/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick RB StarBass5 Black HP fretless

by Warwick

Progressive Experimental Session Work

Key Feature:

• Smooth, singing sustain

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Endless pitch possibilities

✗ CONS

• Limited for some musical styles
• May not suit all players

Warwick RB StarBass5 Black HP fretlessFretless Electric BassBody: MapleFlamed maple neck with ekanga veneer...

⭐ 4.4/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 367445

$1,154

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Warwick RB Streamer LX 4 SB HP FL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.7/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick RB Streamer LX 4 SB HP FL

by Warwick

Jazz Experimental Fusion

Key Feature:

• Great for expressive playing

✓ PROS

• Great for expressive playing
• Endless pitch possibilities

✗ CONS

• Requires precise intonation skills
• Steeper learning curve

Warwick RB Streamer LX 4 SB HP FLElectric BassFretless modelArched body: Carolina3-Piece neck: Maple with ekanga veneer...

⭐ 4.7/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 452165

$989

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Warwick RB Streamer NT 4 FL SB HP - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick RB Streamer NT 4 FL SB HP

by Warwick

Fusion World Music Jazz

Key Feature:

• Smooth, singing sustain

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Endless pitch possibilities

✗ CONS

• Limited for some musical styles
• May not suit all players

Warwick RB Streamer NT 4 FL SB HPElectric BassFretlessBody: Alder3-piece neck-thru-body: Maple with Ekanga veneer...

⭐ 4.8/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 451981

$1,099

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Warwick GPS Corvette 5A Bubinga FL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.7/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Warwick GPS Corvette 5A Bubinga FL

by Warwick

Jazz World Music Progressive

Key Feature:

• Unique fretless character

✓ PROS

• Smooth, singing sustain
• Unique fretless character

✗ CONS

• May not suit all players
• Requires precise intonation skills

Warwick GPS Corvette 5A Bubinga FLFretless Electric BassBubinga body (Guibourtia demeusei)Ovangkol neckLong Scale...

⭐ 4.7/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 455321

$3,079

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How to Choose the Best Fretless 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 fretless 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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Warwick RockBass Streamer 5 FL NBT

Warwick RB Star Bass 4 FL BK

Warwick RB Corvette Basic 6 SBHP FL

Warwick RB Streamer NT 5 FL NA HP

Warwick Pro Series Corvette Bub 4 FL

Warwick RB Streamer NT I 5 FL BLK

Warwick RB Streamer NT I 4 NTHP FL

Warwick RB Corvette B 4 FL NBTS

Warwick RB StarBass5 Black HP fretless

Warwick RB Streamer LX 4 SB HP FL

Warwick RB Streamer NT 4 FL SB HP

Warwick GPS Corvette 5A Bubinga FL

How to Choose the Best Fretless Basses

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