Spector Euro 5 CST Nat Violet Burst

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Spector Euro 5 CST Nat Violet Burst

Spector

Euro 5 CST Nat Violet Burst

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Product Info

Article Number: 603231
Brand: Spector
Model: Euro 5 CST Nat Violet Burst
Price: $3,408.90

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This Spector Euro 5 CST is a serious instrument—built for players wanting modern aggression and a refined feel. The combination of European tonewoods, EMG pickups, and the Darkglass preamp delivers a powerful, articulate tone, perfect for rock, metal, and modern genres. It's a premium-priced bass that rewards skilled players.

Product Description

  • Spector Euro 5 CST Nat Violet Burst
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: European ash with a walnut stripe
  • Top: European poplar burl
  • 3-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple with internally reinforced graphite rods for additional stability
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • Laminated Abalone crowns fingerboard inlays
  • Neck thickness at 1st fret: 23.1 mm (0.91‘) 12th fret: 24.6 mm (0.97’)
  • Scale: 889 mm (35")
  • Nut width: 46 mm (1.81")
  • Brass nut
  • 24 Frets
  • Pickups: 1 Active EMG X P (middle) and 1 active EMG X J (bridge) single coils
  • Spector Legacy Preamp by Darkglass
  • Controls: Volume
  • Treble +/-
  • Bass +/-
  • Aluminium locking bridge with brass saddles
  • Spector DieCast machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • Colour: Natural Violet Burst high-gloss
  • Includes Spector gig bag
  • Made in Czech Republic
PROS
  • • European ash/poplar construction delivers exceptional resonance and clarity.
  • • EMG X pickups offer aggressive articulation and defined low-end.
  • • Graphite rods enhance neck stability, resisting warping and improving playability.
  • • Darkglass preamp provides a versatile tonal palette with excellent note definition.
CONS
  • • The 35” scale can be challenging for players with smaller hands or shorter arms.
  • • The active electronics require a power source, limiting passive tonal options.
  • • High-gloss finish may show fingerprints and require diligent care.

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Key Features

Body Material European ash with a walnut stripe and European poplar burl top
Neck Material Maple with internally reinforced graphite rods
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups 1 Active EMG X P (middle) and 1 active EMG X J (bridge) single coils
Scale Length 889 mm (35’')
Frets 24
Strings 5-String
Weight Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Darkglass preamp adds a distinct character, boosting low-mids and offering more aggressive distortion options than Spector's older preamps, making it ideal for heavier styles.
The extended scale provides more fundamental definition and a tighter feel, excellent for experienced players seeking low-end clarity and a modern sound, particularly in lower tunings.
The neck profile is noticeably slimmer and more comfortable than earlier Euro basses, making it more accessible for a wider range of players while retaining that signature Spector feel.

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