Marleaux MBass 5 Chestnut

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Marleaux MBass 5 Chestnut

Marleaux

MBass 5 Chestnut

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 565266
Brand: Marleaux
Model: MBass 5 Chestnut
Price: $6,039.00

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The Marleaux MBass 5 Chestnut is a serious instrument for the discerning bassist. It's built like a tank, sounds fantastic with that Häussel pickup clarity, and the neck-through design makes playing a joy. This bass is perfect for players seeking a high-end, German-crafted instrument with a distinct warm and articulate voice, ideal for studio work and sophisticated stage performances.

Product Description

  • Marleaux MBass 5 Chestnut
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Walnut
  • Cop: Chestnut
  • Neck-through-body neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Oval wooden fingerboard inlays
  • Scale: 864 mm
  • 24 Medium frets
  • Pickups: 2 Häussel in ebony housing
  • Active electronics
  • Controls: volume
  • blend
  • bass
  • treble
  • Gold coloured hardware
  • Colour: Natural
  • Incl. gig bag
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Walnut body delivers a warm, resonant low-end with excellent sustain.
  • • Häussel pickups in ebony housings offer a remarkably clear, articulate tone.
  • • Neck-through construction provides exceptional access to the upper frets and sustain.
  • • Active electronics allow for precise tonal shaping and noise reduction.
CONS
  • • The substantial walnut body contributes to a notably heavier overall instrument.
  • • The Chestnut top finish, while beautiful, can be prone to scratches and fingerprints.
  • • Active electronics require a power source, limiting versatility in some situations.

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Key Features

Body Material Walnut with Chestnut Top
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood with Oval Wooden Inlays
Pickups 2 Häussel in Ebony Housing
Scale Length 864 mm
Frets 24 Medium
Strings 5-String
Weight Approximately 11.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Häussel pickups offer a more refined, slightly smoother character than the aggressive punch of Aguilars, but with a comparable level of detail and clarity to many Dingwall designs.
The controls are fairly straightforward, with a good balance between bass and treble shaping, making it relatively easy to find a usable tone quickly. However, the blend control offers a wide range of possibilities for more nuanced adjustments.
The neck-through construction significantly enhances sustain compared to bolt-on designs, contributing to a richer, more resonant tone and increased note length.

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