Franz Bassguitars Sirius 5 Olive Premium
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Franz Bassguitars
Sirius 5 Olive Premium
Product Info
Article Number:
617526
Brand:
Franz Bassguitars
Model:
Sirius 5 Olive Premium
Category:
Premium Basses
Price:
$5,498.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
