Franz Bassguitars Kuma 5 Fretless

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Franz Bassguitars Kuma 5 Fretless

Franz Bassguitars

Kuma 5 Fretless

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 576460
Model: Kuma 5 Fretless
Price: $5,388.90

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The Kuma 5 is a beautifully crafted fretless bass, offering a unique blend of warmth, articulation, and vintage character. Its neck-thru design and Häussel pickup deliver exceptional sustain and a focused tone, ideal for players seeking expressive, nuanced sound in jazz, funk, or soulful genres. This bass is truly for the serious fretless player who appreciates top-tier materials and meticulous construction.

Product Description

  • Franz Bassguitars Kuma 5 Fretless
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Fretless
  • Chambered body: European maple
  • Top: Regional redwood
  • 5-Piece neck-thru-body: Thermo-ash/maple with walnut stripes
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Scale: 876 mm (34 1/2")
  • Nut width: 45 mm
  • Matching headstock
  • Pickup: 1 Häussel Jazzbucker in ebony case
  • Passive electronics
  • 1 Switch Serial / Single Coil
  • ETS 3D MK5 bridge with ebony block with string guide through the body
  • 19 mm String Spacing
  • Schaller Light machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • strings: La Bella 750T-B White Nylon XL
  • Finish: Oil/Wax
  • Colour: Natural matte
  • Includes case
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • European maple/redwood chambered body delivers a warm, resonant, and articulate tone.
  • • Häussel Jazzbucker provides a focused, vintage-inspired growl with excellent clarity.
  • • Ebony fingerboard and neck-thru construction offer exceptional sustain and a smooth playing experience.
  • • ETS 3D MK5 bridge ensures excellent string stability and intonation on a fretless instrument.
CONS
  • • Thermo-ash/maple neck can feel slightly stiff for players preferring a looser feel.
  • • Fretless design demands precise technique and meticulous setup for optimal playability.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for most bass players.

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Key Features

Body Material Chambered European maple with Regional redwood top
Neck Material 5-Piece Thermo-ash/maple with walnut stripes
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups 1 Häussel Jazzbucker
Scale Length 876 mm (34 1/2 in)
Frets Fretless
Strings La Bella 750T-B White Nylon XL
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for a 5-string fretless

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Häussel Jazzbucker offers a more refined, vintage-inspired tone with less harshness than many modern pickups, focusing on clarity and a warmer low-end.
It requires dedicated practice and a keen ear for intonation; fretless playing demands a different approach and a willingness to learn.
While passive, the Häussel pickup's design provides surprising tonal flexibility; EQ adjustments can shape the sound from mellow and warm to punchy and articulate.

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