Ortega D8CE-5 Deep
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Ortega
D8CE-5 Deep
Product Info
Article Number:
581593
Brand:
Ortega
Model:
D8CE-5 Deep
Category:
5-String Acoustic Basses
Price:
$405.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ortega D8CE-5 Deep is a solid choice for acoustic bass players wanting a rich, warm tone with decent amplification. It's a surprisingly affordable instrument offering a good balance of features and build quality, perfect for folk, blues, or Americana styles where a natural acoustic bass sound is paramount.
Product Description
- Ortega D8CE-5 Deep
- 5-String Acoustic Bass with Pickup
- Deep series
- With cutaway
- Top: Spruce
- Back and Sides: Mahogany
- Mahogany neck
- Fingerboard: Walnut
- Fingerboard inlays: White dot
- Body depth: 115 mm (4.5")
- 22 Frets
- Pickup: Ortega MagusPro/G with tuner
- Bridge: Walnut
- Colour: Black top
- natural back and sides
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers a bright, responsive tone with good projection.
- • Mahogany back and sides contribute a warm, woody resonance and sustain.
- • Ortega MagusPro/G pickup system provides a surprisingly clean amplified sound.
- • Deep body (115mm) offers enhanced bass response and a comfortable playing feel.
CONS
- • Mahogany neck might be a bit thick for players preferring a thinner profile.
- • Walnut fingerboard can feel slightly harder than rosewood, impacting feel.
- • Limited tonal versatility; best suited for acoustic-focused styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Pickups
Ortega MagusPro/G with tuner
Scale Length
34 inches (Standard 5-string)
Frets
22
Strings
Ortega .045-.130 (likely nickel-plated steel)
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a competent system, offering good clarity, but lacks the high-end sophistication of more premium piezo or magnetic pickups; great value for the price point.
Yes, the deeper body adds considerable low-end presence and improves the bass's overall resonance; it also provides a slightly more substantial feel in your hands.
While there are many options, the Ortega offers a unique combination of mahogany construction and a well-regarded pickup system at a budget-friendly price, making it a strong contender.
