Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Blue

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Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Blue

Cort

C5 Deluxe Candy Blue

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Product Info

Article Number: 587152
Brand: Cort
Model: C5 Deluxe Candy Blue
Price: $438.90

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The Cort C5 Deluxe is a serious contender for players wanting a 5-string with a modern edge. Those Bartolini pickups and Markbass preamp combo give it a surprisingly professional sound, while the jatoba fingerboard makes it a joy to play. It’s a fantastic option for gigging musicians and studio players looking for a high-performing, budget-friendly bass.

Product Description

  • Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Blue
  • 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: Candy Apple
PROS
  • • Bartolini pickups deliver a surprisingly articulate and powerful low-end.
  • • Jatoba fingerboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience with a pleasant snap.
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a bright, responsive tone and easy adjustability.
  • • Active Markbass preamp provides tonal shaping and a clean, amplified sound.
CONS
  • • Poplar body, while resonant, lacks the premium feel of mahogany or ash.
  • • Candy Apple Blue finish might not appeal to players seeking a more understated aesthetic.
  • • While versatile, the active preamp can introduce noise at higher gain levels.

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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 mellows the bass, offering a more vintage-inspired, warmer sound with less preamp coloration.
The neck profile is a comfortable 'C' shape, generally accommodating a wide range of hand sizes, though some might prefer a thicker profile.
Bartolini pickups generally offer a more defined, articulate low-end with increased clarity and a slightly more modern tone than many traditional humbuckers.

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