Warwick GPS Corvette 5A Bubinga FL
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Warwick
GPS Corvette 5A Bubinga FL
Product Info
Article Number:
455321
Brand:
Warwick
Model:
GPS Corvette 5A Bubinga FL
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$3,078.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Warwick Corvette 5A Bubinga FL is a serious instrument for the committed fretless player. The Bubinga body gives it a warm, woody tone, while the active pickups provide plenty of punch and clarity – perfect for jazz, fusion, or anything needing expressive slides and a refined sound. It's a premium-priced bass built to last and inspire.
Product Description
- Warwick GPS Corvette 5A Bubinga FL
- Fretless Electric Bass
- Bubinga body (Guibourtia demeusei)
- Ovangkol neck
- Long Scale (34")
- Tigerstripe ebony fingerboard
- 24 Position markers
- Just-A-NUT III
- 2 x Active MEC J-Style pickups
- Active MEC 2-band electronics
- Warwick machine heads
- 2-Piece Warwick Bridge
- Warwick Securitylocks
- Chrome Hardware
- Colour: Natural (matte)
- Includes Starline Rockbag
- Made in Germany
*Note: Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.*
PROS
- • Stunning 5A Bubinga body provides rich, complex overtones.
- • Just-A-NUT III system ensures exceptional intonation and tuning stability.
- • Active MEC pickups deliver a focused, articulate, and powerful tone.
- • German craftsmanship guarantees exceptional build quality and long-term reliability.
CONS
- • Bubinga can be dense, resulting in a relatively heavy instrument.
- • Fretless learning curve requires dedicated practice and ear training.
- • Active electronics necessitate a power source, limiting passive tonal options.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Bubinga (Guibourtia demeusei)
Neck Material
Ovangkol
Fingerboard
Tigerstripe ebony
Pickups
2 x Active MEC J-Style
Scale Length
34 in
Frets
Fretless
Strings
Standard 4-string bass strings (likely 50-60 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 11-13 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It offers significantly improved string alignment and vibration transfer, contributing to better intonation and sustain – a noticeable upgrade.
Warwick's neck profiles vary, but this model likely features a comfortable 'C' shape; however, it's best to try it in person to confirm a good fit.
Intonation is crucial with fretless basses, requiring meticulous setup and attentive playing; string buzz can be minimized with proper string height and finger pressure.
