Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 BR TS

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Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 BR TS

Warwick

RB Corvette $$ 5 BR TS

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Product Info

Article Number: 442665
Brand: Warwick
Model: RB Corvette $$ 5 BR TS
Price: $1,043.90

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

This Corvette $$ is a solid entry into Warwick’s lineup, offering a fantastic blend of quality and playability. The ash body gives it a warm, defined low-end, while the MEC pickups deliver plenty of punch for rock, funk, and even heavier genres. It's an excellent choice for gigging musicians wanting a dependable 5-string without the premium-priced tag.

Product Description

  • Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 BR TS
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Ash body
  • Bolted 4-piece laminated maple neck with Ekanga veneer strips
  • Fretboard: Wenge
  • Fretboard radius: 660 mm (26")
  • Scale: 866 mm (34" Long Scale)
  • 24 Extra high nickel silver jumbo frets
  • Just a Nut III Tedur nut
  • Nut width: 45.0 mm
  • Pickup: Passive MEC MM-Style humbucker
  • Active RockBass 2-band electronics
  • Controls for volume
  • treble
  • and bass
  • Warwick machine heads
  • 2-Piece Warwick bridge
  • String spacing: 16.5 mm
  • Distance H- to G-string: 66 mm
  • Strung with Warwick RED Strings (42301 M) .045"-.135"
  • Warwick security locks
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Weight: Approx. 4.4 kg
  • Finish: Transparent matte
  • Colour: Burgundy Red
  • Includes hexagonal truss rod key

*Note:* Register your product at https://shop.warwick.de/en/warrantyregistration to extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Ash body provides a resonant, balanced tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Bolted maple neck offers stability and a comfortable, familiar feel.
  • • MEC pickups deliver a powerful, punchy sound, surprisingly versatile for passive.
  • • Long scale (866 mm) enhances clarity and definition across all five strings.
CONS
  • • The weight (4.4 kg) might be a concern for some players, especially during long gigs.
  • • Wenge fretboards can be prone to dryness and require occasional maintenance.
  • • The 2-band EQ, while functional, limits tonal shaping compared to more complex systems.

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Key Features

Body Material Ash
Neck Material 4-piece laminated maple with Ekanga veneer strips
Fingerboard Wenge
Pickups Passive MEC MM-Style humbucker, Active RockBass 2-band electronics
Scale Length 866 mm
Frets 24 Extra high nickel silver jumbo
Strings Warwick RED .045in-.135in
Weight 4.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The passive MEC pickup offers a more natural, organic tone with less reliance on batteries; it requires a preamp for substantial gain or tonal shaping.
Warwick’s bolted neck design is exceptionally robust, utilizing a multi-piece maple construction and secure screws; it’s a design choice for stability and ease of adjustment.
Warwick RED strings are known for their bright, punchy tone and relatively light feel; they're a good starting point but might be swapped for a different string profile depending on player preference.

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