Marleaux Votan 5 Black Burst
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Marleaux
Votan 5 Black Burst
Product Info
Article Number:
606714
Brand:
Marleaux
Model:
Votan 5 Black Burst
Category:
Premium Basses
Price:
$5,267.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Votan 5 is a seriously impressive instrument, built for players who demand a refined and powerful tone. That longer scale and Delano pickups really dig in, making it a beast for modern funk, progressive rock, or anything needing serious low-end authority. It's a high-end bass that delivers a unique voice and exceptional feel.
Product Description
- Marleaux Votan 5 Black Burst
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Top: Flamed maple
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Moon fingerboard inlays
- Matching headstock
- Scale: 864 mm
- 22 frets
- Pickups: Two splittable Delano X-tender humbuckers
- 2-Band EQ active/passive with passive treble control
- Chrome-plated hardware
- Colour: Black Burst
- Includes Marleaux gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant foundation.
- • Delano X-tender pickups deliver exceptional clarity and aggressive low-end.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers a slick, fast playing experience and note definition.
- • German craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and long-term reliability.
CONS
- • The 864mm scale can feel unwieldy for players accustomed to shorter scales.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many bassists.
- • Black Burst finish may be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Delano X-tender Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
22
Strings
5-String
Weight
4.5 kg (approximately)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active mode offers a tailored EQ boost, while passive provides a more vintage, natural tone. The passive treble control adds a touch of brightness when needed, expanding its sonic palette.
Yes, the 864mm scale will feel longer, requiring a slight adjustment in finger spacing and reach, but the improved clarity and sustain are often worth it.
It offers a distinct tonal character with the Delano pickups and longer scale, differentiating it from brands like Warwick or Sadowsky which often lean towards a more traditional sound.
