Cort B4 Element Open Pore Black
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Cort
B4 Element Open Pore Black
Product Info
Article Number:
513932
Brand:
Cort
Model:
B4 Element Open Pore Black
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$581.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Cort B4 Element is a seriously impressive bass for the money. The combination of mahogany and ash gives it a rich, powerful tone, while the Bartolini pickups and active preamp provide a versatile range of sounds. It's a great choice for players seeking a professional instrument with a modern feel and a touch of vintage warmth – ideal for funk, rock, and modern styles.
Product Description
- Cort B4 Element Open Pore Black
- Electric Bass
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Ash
- Bolt-on 5-piece neck: Panga panga / walnut
- Fretboard: Roasted maple
- Fretboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- 24 Frets
- Pickups: 2x Bartolini MK-1 humbuckers
- Active Bartolini MK-1 preamp with 3-band EQ
- 1x Volume and 1x Balance control
- Mini switch for active / passive
- Metalcraft M4 bridge
- Hipshot Ultra machine heads
- Black hardware
- Strings: Daddario EXL 165 Nickel Wound .045 - .105
- Finish: Open pore
- Colour: Trans black
PROS
- • Mahogany/Ash combo delivers a warm, resonant, and articulate low-end.
- • Bartolini MK-1 pickups offer a focused, modern tone with excellent clarity.
- • Roasted maple fretboard provides a smooth, fast playing experience and resists humidity.
- • Bolt-on neck construction offers a snappy attack and responsiveness ideal for aggressive playing.
CONS
- • Open pore finish, while aesthetically pleasing, requires diligent care to prevent stickiness.
- • Panga panga/walnut neck, while stable, isn't as widely familiar as maple or rosewood.
- • Active preamp reliance means battery replacement is a periodic maintenance task.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Ash top
Neck Material
Panga panga / Walnut 5-piece
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Bartolini MK-1 humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
24
Strings
Daddario EXL 165 Nickel Wound .045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for a mahogany body
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp boosts the signal and offers a 3-band EQ, allowing for tonal shaping beyond passive capabilities, but it's reliant on a battery.
Yes, open pore finishes can absorb moisture and become slightly sticky, regular cleaning with a suitable polish is recommended to maintain its feel and appearance.
Bolt-on necks generally provide a more immediate attack and a slightly brighter, snappier tone compared to set-neck basses, contributing to a more responsive feel.
