Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Red

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Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Red

Cort

C5 Deluxe Candy Red

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 587154
Brand: Cort
Model: C5 Deluxe Candy Red
Price: $438.90

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The Cort C5 Deluxe is a seriously capable 5-string bass offering a ton of value. The Bartolini pickups and Markbass preamp deliver a modern, punchy sound that’s perfect for funk, rock, and even heavier styles. It's a fantastic option for gigging musicians or students wanting a professional-grade instrument without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Cort C5 Deluxe Candy Red
  • 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 Red
PROS
  • • Bartolini pickups deliver a powerful, articulate, and modern low-end response.
  • • Active Markbass preamp offers excellent tonal shaping with a responsive 3-band EQ.
  • • Jatoba fingerboard provides a smooth playing experience with a slightly warmer feel than rosewood.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction ensures a bright, snappy attack and easy adjustability.
CONS
  • • Poplar body, while resonant, lacks the sustain of mahogany or other premium tonewoods.
  • • Active electronics require a power source, limiting passive tonal options completely.
  • • Candy Red finish, while eye-catching, might not appeal to players preferring more understated aesthetics.

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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 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Switching to passive mode significantly reduces the bass's output and alters the EQ curve, resulting in a more vintage, rounder tone.
The neck has a comfortable 'C' shape; while not super chunky, it provides enough grip for most hand sizes, but a try-before-you-buy is always recommended.
The MB-1 preamp is known for its clean, focused EQ and powerful output, offering a more modern and aggressive tone compared to some older preamp designs.

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