Cort GB-Fusion 5 ABB

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Cort GB-Fusion 5 ABB

Cort

GB-Fusion 5 ABB

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 602159
Brand: Cort
Model: GB-Fusion 5 ABB
Price: $790.90

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The GB-Fusion 5 ABB is a seriously impressive bass for the money. That alder/maple combo gives it a really nice balance of punch and clarity, and the JJ-style pickups are super versatile – you can dial in everything from Motown thump to modern funk. It's a great choice for gigging musicians looking for a solid, reliable 5-string without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Cort GB-Fusion 5 ABB
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: solid alder
  • Top: Maple
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Two-way adjustable truss rod
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 864 mm (34")
  • Nut width: 47.6 mm (1.87")
  • Neck profile: C
  • 22 Medium Jumbo nickel silver frets
  • Pickups: 2 Voiced Tone VTB-ST JJ single coils
  • Active 3-band EQ
  • MetalCraft M5 bridge
  • String spacing: 18 mm
  • 1 Volume and 1 Blend control
  • Hipshot Ultralite machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • Strings: D'Addario EXL170-5SL
  • Colour: Antique Brown Burst
PROS
  • • Solid alder body delivers a focused, punchy low-end response.
  • • Maple top adds clarity and brightness to the overall tone.
  • • Voiced Tone JJ single coils provide a versatile, modern sound.
  • • Hipshot Ultralite tuners ensure stable tuning and easy string changes.
CONS
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the sustain of a neck-through design.
  • • Active EQ requires a power source, potentially limiting battery life.
  • • Maple fretboard may be a bit sharp for some players’ preference.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder with Maple Top
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups 2 Voiced Tone VTB-ST JJ Single Coils
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo Nickel Silver
Strings D'Addario EXL170-5SL
Weight 4.3 kg (9.5 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 3-band active EQ allows for significant tonal adjustments, compensating for room acoustics or dialing in specific bass frequencies, but be mindful of potential 'peaky' sounds if overused.
The 'C' shape neck profile is generally comfortable, but the 47.6 mm nut width might feel a little snug for players with exceptionally large hands – it's a fairly standard width for a 5-string.
The MetalCraft M5 bridge enhances sustain and transfer of string vibrations to the body, resulting in a more resonant and defined low-end response compared to cheaper alternatives.

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