Markbass MB GV5 Gloxy Val Cream

Name: Markbass MB GV5 Gloxy Val Cream
Brand: Markbass
Price: 801.9 USD
Availability: InStock

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MB GV5 Gloxy Val Cream

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Product Info

Article Number: 579090

Brand: Markbass

Model: MB GV5 Gloxy Val Cream

Category: 5-String J-Basses

Price: $801.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Markbass GV5 Gloxy Val Cream is a solid 5-string offering a vintage vibe with modern clarity. Its punchy pickups and comfortable neck make it a great choice for players seeking a versatile, growly tone for funk, rock, and blues. A very capable instrument for the serious gigging bassist.

Product Description

Markbass MB GV5 Gloxy Val Cream
5 String Electric Bass
Body: Basswood
Neck: Maple
Neck prodile: C
Fingerboard: Maple
Block fingerboard inlays
Scale: 864 mm
Nut width: 45 mm
Binding
20 Medium small frets
Pickups: 2x Markbass JJ-Style 5 single coils
Electronics: 3-Band equaliser
bass
mids
treble
2 Volume controls
Tone control with push/pull function
Controls for bass
mids
treble
Markbass Vintage Style bridge
F-Style machine heads
Chrome hardware
Colour: Cream
Includes Markbass Deluxe bag

PROS

• Basswood body provides a surprisingly resonant and balanced tonal foundation.
• Maple neck with a comfortable 'C' profile promotes fast, fluid playing.
• Markbass JJ-style pickups deliver articulate, punchy tone with plenty of growl.
• Vintage-style bridge and machine heads enhance the classic aesthetic and tuning stability.

CONS

• Basswood, while resonant, can lack the sustain of denser woods like mahogany.
• The tone control's push/pull function may offer limited versatility for some users.
• At a premium price point, budget-conscious players might find alternatives.

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Key Features

Body Material Basswood

Neck Material Maple

Fingerboard Maple with block inlays

Pickups 2x Markbass JJ-Style 5 single coils

Scale Length 864 mm (34 inches)

Frets 20 Medium-Small

Strings 5-String (likely Nickel-Plated Steel, standard gauge)

Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - estimated based on similar Markbass models

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Frequently Asked Questions

The JJ pickups offer more clarity and articulation than a typical split-coil, with a tighter low-end and less muddiness, making them excellent for cutting through a mix.

The 'C' profile is a fairly standard shape; while comfortable, players with exceptionally large hands might prefer a slightly thicker neck, but it's generally considered a versatile and accessible shape.

It’s a subtle tweak, typically acting as a high-pass filter; it won't radically change the tone, but can help clean up low-mids for a tighter, more defined sound.