Spector Euro 5 CST Nat Violet Burst
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Spector
Euro 5 CST Nat Violet Burst
Product Info
Article Number:
603231
Brand:
Spector
Model:
Euro 5 CST Nat Violet Burst
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$3,408.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
