Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 FL NB TS

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Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 FL NB TS

Warwick

RB Corvette $$ 5 FL NB TS

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Product Info

Article Number: 442671
Brand: Warwick
Model: RB Corvette $$ 5 FL NB TS
Price: $1,043.90

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

This Corvette 5 FL is a seriously solid fretless option. The ash body gives it a warm, woody tone that really shines, and the bolt-on neck keeps things responsive. It's a great choice for players looking for a versatile, premium-priced fretless bass with a comfortable feel and a classic vibe.

Product Description

  • Warwick RB Corvette $$ 5 FL NB TS
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Fretless model
  • Ash body
  • Bolt-on 4-piece laminated maple neck with Ekanga veneer stripes
  • Fingerboard: Wenge
  • Fingerboard radius: 660 mm (26")
  • Scale: 866 mm (34" / long scale)
  • 24 Position markers
  • Just a Nut III Tedur nut
  • Nut width: 45.0 mm
  • Pickups: Passive MEC MM-Style humbucker
  • Active RockBass 2-Band electronics
  • Volume/treble/bass controls
  • Push/Pull function on the volume controller for serial/parallel connection
  • Warwick machine heads
  • Two-piece Warwick bridge
  • String spacing: 16.5 mm
  • Distance B to G string: 66 mm
  • Warwick RED Strings (42301 M) .045"-. 135"
  • Warwick security locks
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Weight: approx. 4.4 kg
  • Finish: Transparent matte
  • Colour: Nirvana Black
  • Hexagonal truss rod key included

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

PROS
  • • Ash body provides a resonant, balanced tone with strong low-end presence.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck offers a bright, snappy feel and excellent sustain.
  • • MEC humbucker delivers a warm, articulate voice perfect for diverse genres.
  • • Just a Nut III Tedur nut enhances tuning stability and improves open string response.
CONS
  • • Long scale can feel unwieldy for players with shorter arms or smaller hands.
  • • Passive pickups might lack the extreme output desired for modern, high-gain styles.
  • • Wenge fingerboard, while excellent, can be sensitive to humidity changes.

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Key Features

Body Material Ash
Neck Material Maple with Ekanga veneer
Fingerboard Wenge
Pickups Passive MEC MM-Style humbucker
Scale Length 866 mm (34 in)
Frets 24 (Position Markers)
Strings Warwick RED .045in-.135in
Weight 4.4 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The passive MEC pickup provides a more vintage, natural tone, excellent for genres like Motown, jazz, or classic rock; it’s less reliant on active EQ, delivering a more organic sound, but might require a preamp for extreme gain.
Bolt-on necks generally offer a brighter tone and quicker response due to the direct wood contact, plus they are often easier and more affordable to repair.
Wenge can be susceptible to dryness, so regular conditioning with a dedicated fretboard oil is crucial, especially in drier climates, to prevent cracking or sinking.

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