Cort C5 Deluxe Black
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Cort
C5 Deluxe Black
Product Info
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The Cort C5 Deluxe Black is a fantastic option for gigging musicians needing a versatile 5-string. The active preamp and Bartolini pickups give it a modern, punchy sound that cuts through a mix, while the Jatoba fingerboard feels great under your fingers. It’s a solid, well-built bass that delivers serious performance at a surprisingly affordable price point.
Product Description
- Cort C5 Deluxe Black
- 5 String Electric Bass
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Jatoba
- Fingerboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
- Scale: 864 mm (34“)
- 24 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Bartolini MK-1 humbuckers
- Active Markbass MB-1 preamp with 3-band EQ
- Volume and balance control
- Miniswitch for active/passive switching
- Metalcraft M5 bridge
- Encapsulated machine heads
- Black hardware
- Factory strings: D'Addario EXL170 Nickelwound strings (045-130)
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Bartolini pickups deliver a powerful, articulate low-end with excellent note definition.
- • Active Markbass preamp provides a versatile EQ for sculpting your desired tone.
- • Jatoba fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience and a bright, snappy feel.
- • Bolt-on neck construction provides a snappy response and a more aggressive attack.
CONS
- • Poplar body can be a bit 'woody' sounding, lacking some sustain compared to mahogany.
- • Bolt-on neck, while responsive, doesn't offer the same resonance as a set-neck design.
- • The D'Addario EXL170 strings are decent, but upgrading to a brighter set would improve clarity.
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Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Jatoba
Pickups
Bartolini MK-1 Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
24
Strings
D'Addario EXL170 Nickelwound (045-130)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Switching to passive mode significantly reduces the bass's output and removes the EQ, resulting in a more vintage, mellow tone.
It's fairly straightforward; the 3-band EQ is intuitive to use and provides a good range of tonal shaping without being overwhelming.
The Bartolini pickups and Markbass preamp are a significant upgrade over many competitors, offering a more professional-grade sound and features.
