Spector Performer 5 BK
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Spector
Performer 5 BK
Product Info
Article Number:
474764
Brand:
Spector
Model:
Performer 5 BK
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Spector Performer 5 BK is a serious contender for players wanting that classic Spector growl without the premium price tag. Its comfortable neck and powerful pickups make it a great all-around instrument, especially suited for rock, metal, and heavier genres. This is a solid choice for gigging musicians and those starting out with 5-string bass.
Product Description
- Spector Performer 5 BK
- 5-String electric bass
- Nato body
- 3-Piece bolted maple neck
- Amara fretboard
- 24 Frets
- Scale: 889 mm
- Fretboard radius: 406 mm
- Nut width: 44.5 mm
- Pickup: 2 Humbuckers
- Passive sound control
- Black hardware
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Nato body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain.
- • Bolted maple neck offers a snappy feel and easy adjustability.
- • Amara fretboard is smooth and comfortable for extended playing sessions.
- • Humbucker pickups deliver thick, aggressive lows and powerful mids.
CONS
- • Bolted neck construction limits high-end sustain compared to set-neck designs.
- • Passive electronics offer less tonal sculpting versatility than active systems.
- • Nato body, while resonant, can be slightly less refined than premium woods.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Nato
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Amara
Pickups
2 x Spector Custom Humbuckers
Scale Length
889 mm (35 in)
Frets
24
Strings
5 x Stainless Steel
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The neck profile is generally a bit more substantial than the slimmer, more modern profiles found on some Spectors, but still very playable and comfortable.
Yes, the pickups are standard humbucker size and can be replaced with aftermarket options, though modifications might require some routing.
Amara is a surprisingly durable material, generally holding up well to regular playing and resisting wear better than some traditional fretboard woods.
