Franz Bassguitars Sirius 5 Olive Premium

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Franz Bassguitars Sirius 5 Olive Premium

Franz Bassguitars

Sirius 5 Olive Premium

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Product Info

Article Number: 617526
Model: Sirius 5 Olive Premium
Price: $5,498.90

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The Sirius 5 Olive Premium is a serious instrument, built for the discerning bassist seeking a refined tone and premium feel. The Häussel pickup paired with Glockenklang electronics delivers a powerful and versatile voice, perfect for studio work or commanding a stage. This is an exceptional choice for players prioritizing tone and build quality over all else.

Product Description

  • Franz Bassguitars Sirius 5 Olive Premium
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Ash with maple toneblock
  • Top: Olive premium
  • Neck-thru-body: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Bird's eye
  • 6 mm ebony real wood dot fingerboard inlays
  • Scale: 876 mm (34.5")
  • Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
  • 24 frets
  • Pickup: Häussel SoapBar humbucker pickup in ebony housing
  • Electronics: Glockenklang active / passive 2-band electronics with permanent tone switch
  • 2x switches: Serial / Single Coil / Parallel
  • 1x switch for mid frequency
  • ETS 3D bridge
  • Schaller Light machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • Colour: Natural
  • Includes certificate and case
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Olive top offers stunning aesthetics and subtly enhances resonance.
  • • Häussel SoapBar delivers a focused, articulate, and powerful tone.
  • • Glockenklang electronics provide versatile tonal shaping, active and passive.
  • • Neck-thru construction promotes excellent sustain and comfortable upper fret access.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most players.
  • • Olive wood can be susceptible to environmental changes, requiring careful maintenance.
  • • The 5-string configuration might be limiting for players needing a more versatile setup.

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Key Features

Body Material Ash with maple toneblock
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Bird's eye ebony
Pickups Häussel SoapBar humbucker
Scale Length 876 mm (34.5in)
Frets 24
Strings 5
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SoapBar delivers a tighter, more focused low-end than many traditional pickups, with a smoother upper-midrange—it’s less scooped and more present than, say, a Music Man pickup.
Ebony is a dense wood, but like any fingerboard, it can experience some movement. Regular maintenance and professional fret leveling every few years will keep it playing optimally.
This switch effectively bypasses the 2-band EQ, providing a more direct, 'true' signal from the pickup—a subtle but useful option for a more vintage or raw tone.

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