Markbass MB GV5 Gloxy Val Surf Green
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MB GV5 Gloxy Val Surf Green
Product Info
Article Number:
535685
Brand:
Markbass
Model:
MB GV5 Gloxy Val Surf Green
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$759.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Markbass GV5 Gloxy Val is a solid, versatile 5-string bass. The basswood body and JJ pickups give it a surprisingly punchy and articulate tone, great for funk, rock, and modern pop. It's an excellent option for gigging musicians seeking a reliable, well-built instrument without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Markbass MB GV5 Gloxy Val Surf Green
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Basswood
- Neck: Maple
- Neck profile: C
- Fretboard: Maple
- Fretboard binding
- Block fretboard inlays
- Scale length: 864 mm
- Nut width: 45 mm
- 20 Medium small frets
- Pickups: 2 Markbass JJ-Style 5 Single Coils
- Electronics: 3 Band Equalizer Bass/Mid/Treble
- 2 x Volume controls
- 1 x Tone control with push/pull function
- Controls for bass
- mids
- treble
- Markbass vintage style bridge
- F-style machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Surf Green
- Includes Markbass Deluxe bag
PROS
- • Basswood body offers a balanced, resonant tone ideal for various genres.
- • Maple neck provides a snappy feel and excellent sustain.
- • Markbass JJ-style pickups deliver a clear, articulate, and punchy sound.
- • Vintage-style bridge and machine heads enhance aesthetics and tuning stability.
CONS
- • Basswood, while versatile, can lack the premium tonal complexity of mahogany or alder.
- • The 'C' neck profile might not suit players preferring a thicker or flatter feel.
- • Surf Green finish, while striking, might not appeal to all aesthetic preferences.
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Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with binding and block inlays
Pickups
2 Markbass JJ-Style 5 Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
20 Medium Small
Strings
5-String (likely Nickel-Plated Steel)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The single-coil pickups offer a brighter, more defined sound than typical humbuckers; you'll get more clarity and articulation, but less of a thick, muddy low-end.
The 'C' profile is generally considered comfortable, but the 45mm nut width might feel a bit snug for those with very large hands; it’s a manageable width, though.
Yes, it provides a useful boost or cut in the midrange frequencies, allowing for a wider range of sounds and helps cut through a mix.
