Marleaux Spock 5 Vulcan Blue

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Marleaux Spock 5 Vulcan Blue

Marleaux

Spock 5 Vulcan Blue

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 576479
Brand: Marleaux
Model: Spock 5 Vulcan Blue
Price: $5,718.90

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The Spock 5 is a seriously unique bass – that Logic Mesh top really does something special, adding a surprising amount of air and complexity to the tone. It’s built like a tank, feels fantastic to play, and the Häussel pickup delivers a modern, powerful sound, but that extended scale might not be for everyone. This is a great choice for progressive players and those seeking a truly individual instrument.

Product Description

  • Marleaux Spock 5 Vulcan Blue
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body frame: Dibetou
  • Top: Marleaux Logic Mesh ( fiber composite material with flax and polymer)
  • Neck: Bolt-on maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Bridge: Maple
  • Scale: 813 mm (32")
  • 28 Medium frets
  • Pickups: 1x Marleaux/Häussel-Humbucker in maple housing
  • Controls: Volume
  • Bass
  • Mids
  • Trebles
  • Electronics: active/passive
  • Active/passive switch
  • Coil switch (serial / single coil / parallel)
  • Black hardware
  • Colour: Natural / Vulcan Blue
  • Includes gig bag
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Unique Logic Mesh top delivers a surprisingly resonant, airy tone.
  • • Marleaux/Häussel humbucker provides a powerful, articulate low-end response.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck offers snappy attack and comfortable playability.
  • • German craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and long-term reliability.
CONS
  • • The 32” scale might feel unwieldy for players accustomed to shorter scales.
  • • The Logic Mesh top, while innovative, might not appeal to traditionalists.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many bassists.

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Key Features

Body Material Dibetou with Marleaux Logic Mesh Top
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups 1x Marleaux/Häussel-Humbucker (Maple Housing)
Scale Length 813 mm (32")
Frets 28 Medium
Strings 5
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) – typical for a 5-string with this construction

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Frequently Asked Questions

It introduces a more open, resonant quality; the flax composite reduces damping, leading to a slightly 'airy' and complex sound that’s distinct from a more traditional wood top.
The active circuit boosts output and offers tonal shaping, while passive mode provides a more vintage tone. Coil-splitting opens up a wider range of sounds, from thick humbucker growl to brighter single-coil character.
String tension will be noticeably higher, requiring a bit more finger strength and potentially a slightly adjusted setup; it offers a tighter, more focused low-end response.

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