Ulrich Bass Retro57 M 5 Black Relic
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Ulrich Bass
Retro57 M 5 Black Relic
Product Info
Article Number:
590355
Brand:
Ulrich Bass
Model:
Retro57 M 5 Black Relic
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$3,848.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Retro57 M 5 is a seriously classy instrument. The walnut body and vintage-inspired pickup give it a warm, woody tone with plenty of growl – perfect for players seeking that classic Motown or early rock sound. It's a premium-priced bass built for the discerning player who values craftsmanship and tone over modern features.
Product Description
- Ulrich Bass Retro57 M 5 Black Relic
- 5 String Electric Bass
- Body: Walnut
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Fingerboard inlays: black dot
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut: Bone
- Shellac semi-gloss neck finish
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: 1 Harry Haeussel MM style humbucker
- Passive electronics
- Controls: Volume
- tone
- Control plate: Tweed
- magnetic
- Gotoh bridge
- Gotoh machine heads
- Chrome relic hardware
- Finish: Shellac Semi Gloss
- Colour: Black Relic
- Includes strap
- case and certificate of authenticity
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Walnut body delivers a warm, resonant low-end with surprising clarity.
- • Harry Haeussel pickup provides a focused, articulate tone with vintage character.
- • Bolt-on neck construction offers a snappy, responsive feel ideal for quick playing.
- • Gotoh hardware ensures reliable tuning stability and smooth operation.
CONS
- • Relic finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might not appeal to all players.
- • Passive electronics limit tonal shaping versatility compared to active systems.
- • Walnut body contributes to a substantial weight, potentially fatiguing for some.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Walnut
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with black dot inlays
Pickups
1 Harry Haeussel MM-style humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
20
Strings
5
Weight
4.8 kg (approximately 10.6 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's voiced slightly warmer and rounder, with a more pronounced low-midrange, offering a more vintage-inspired tone.
The relicing is intentionally varied to mimic the wear of a well-loved vintage instrument, so each bass will have its own unique character.
Bolt-on necks generally have a slightly shorter sustain than neck-through designs, but the maple neck here is well-integrated and still provides a solid foundation for the bass's tone.
