Warwick Artist Line Robert Trujillo 5

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Warwick Artist Line Robert Trujillo 5

Warwick

Artist Line Robert Trujillo 5

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Product Info

Article Number: 411257
Brand: Warwick
Model: Artist Line Robert Trujillo 5
Price: $1,923.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This Robert Trujillo signature Warwick is a powerhouse – built for serious players who need that modern, aggressive metal tone. The active pickups and asymmetrical neck make it incredibly playable and versatile for heavier genres, while the alder body provides a solid foundation. It’s a premium-priced instrument aimed at the discerning bassist who wants a statement piece.

Product Description

  • Warwick Artist Line Robert Trujillo 5
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Robert Trujillo (Metallica) signature model
  • Alder body
  • Arched top and flat back
  • Bolt-on maple neck with Ekanga veneer strips
  • Asymmetrical neck profile
  • Tigerstripe ebony fretboard
  • Scale length: Long scale
  • 24 Extra high jumbo nickel silver frets
  • Robert Trujillo mother-of-pearl inlays
  • Pickup: active EMG J/J
  • Active MEC 3-band electronics
  • Controls: Volume push/pull / Balance / stacked Treble/Bass / Mid
  • Warwick machine heads
  • Two-piece Warwick bridge
  • Just-A-Nut III nut
  • Warwick Security Locks
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: Warwick Red
  • Weight: 4.3 kg
  • Colour: Black matte
  • Includes Deluxe RockBag

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Active EMG J/J pickups deliver aggressive, modern punch and clarity.
  • • Asymmetrical neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playing speed.
  • • Tigerstripe ebony fretboard provides a slick, fast playing surface with a tight low end.
CONS
  • • The substantial weight (4.3 kg) may be tiring for extended playing sessions.
  • • Active electronics require a power source, limiting versatility for passive purists.
  • • The aggressive tone might not suit players seeking a vintage, mellow sound.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder with arched top and flat back
Neck Material Maple with Ekanga veneer strips
Fingerboard Tigerstripe Ebony
Pickups Active EMG J/J
Scale Length Long Scale (34 in)
Frets 24 Extra high jumbo nickel silver
Strings Warwick Red
Weight 4.3 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Active electronics boost the signal, resulting in a more aggressive, defined sound with increased sustain and reduced noise – it’s a noticeable departure from the warmer, more nuanced tones of passive Warwicks.
It’s a subtle but effective change; most players find it comfortable and improves hand speed, but those strictly preferring a 'C' shape might need a short adjustment period.
They offer a secure string termination, minimizing string slippage and enhancing tuning stability – a welcome upgrade over standard string ends.

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