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The Cort Artisan Series C5 Deluxe 5-String Bass offers the same exceptional performance and versatility that players have come to expect from the Artisan series, now with an extended range for 5-string bassists. Featuring a lightweight poplar body and bolt-on construction, this bass delivers both comfort and durability. The Bartolini MK-1 pickups and Markbass MB-1 preamp provide a dynamic tonal palette, allowing players to shape everything from punchy mids to transparent highs. With its MetalCraft M5 bridge and versatile string loading options, the C5 Deluxe offers superior sustain and tuning stability for players in any genre.

Bartolini MK-1 Pickups for Dynamic Tonal Control

The C5 Deluxe is equipped with Bartolini MK-1 pickups, offering well-balanced tones across the entire frequency spectrum. These pickups deliver punchy mids and clear, articulate highs while maintaining a robust low end. Combined with the Markbass MB-1 preamp, this bass allows for extensive tonal shaping, making it ideal for a wide range of musical styles and playing techniques.

MetalCraft M5 Bridge for Enhanced Sustain

The MetalCraft M5 bridge ensures precise string-to-body vibration transfer, providing enhanced sustain and resonance. This bridge also allows for flexible string loading, offering players the option to choose between top-loading or through-body stringing. This versatility ensures that the C5 Deluxe can be tailored to suit individual playing preferences, while delivering consistent tuning stability and intonation.

Extended Range and Comfortable Playability

The 34" scale length, combined with a hard maple neck and jatoba fingerboard, provides the C5 Deluxe with fast, smooth playability across all five strings. The 15.75" radius and 24 frets offer plenty of range for players seeking versatility in their performance. The bolt-on construction adds snap and attack to the bass's tone, while the die-cast tuners ensure reliable tuning stability, even during extended performances.

Cort Artisan Series C5 Deluxe 5-String Bass Candy Blue
Cort Artisan Series C5 Deluxe 5-String Bass Candy Blue
Cort Artisan Series C5 Deluxe 5-String Bass Candy Blue

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  • Bartolini MK-1 pickups for dynamic tonal flexibility
  • Markbass MB-1 preamp for precise tone shaping
  • MetalCraft M5 bridge for enhanced sustain and versatile string loading
  • 34" scale length with hard maple neck and jatoba fingerboard

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Body
  • Body shape: C5
  • Body wood: Poplar
Neck
  • Neck wood: Hard maple
  • Neck construction: Bolt-on
  • Fingerboard wood: Jatoba
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Fretboard radius: 15.75" (400mm)
  • Inlays: White dots
Hardware
  • Bridge: MetalCraft M5 bridge
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast
Electronics
  • Pickups: Bartolini MK-1 pickups
  • Preamp: Markbass MB-1
Other
  • Strings: D'Addario EXL170-5SL
  • Scale length: 34" (864mm)
  • Orientation: Right handed

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Dear Fellow Guitarist,

For 44 years Cort has built the finest guitars and basses representing quality and value unparalleled in our industry. Each Cort employee approaches his or her job with pride that allows us to work as one extended family; working for a common goal; to endeavor to bring you the finest quality instrument possible.

Our family includes luthiers, artist, designers, and retailers who bring to life our watchwords "Designed by Musicians for Musicians".It's exciting to work side by side with Larry Coryell, Hiram Bullock, Matt "Guitar" Murphy, Billy Cox, Josh Paul, Joe Beck, T.M. Stevens, Will Turpin, Greg Curbow, Bill Conklin, Mark Egan, Rob Elrick, Jim Triggs, Bill Bartolini, Larry Fishman, Steve Grimes and many other artists and designers who help to create the Cort Collection.Every instrument we ship is quality controlled in our Northbrook, IL facility and carries our limited LIFETIME WARRANTY.Our mission is to exceed your expectations with cutting edge designs, hand selected materials, and state-of -art technology.

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  • Cort Artisan C 5

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byRichard

    fromTricities. WA

    These are the best guitars for the money and better than many at 3 times the cost. The eq and barts are more than fantastic, incredible. I bought 4 and have 1 on order. These guitars sound and play better than my expensive 5 strings do. What a super guitar.

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  • submitted4 months ago

    asked bySlaminator

    fromVictoria TX

    How much does the guitar weigh

    How much does the guitar weigh

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    ​The Cort Artisan Series C5 Deluxe 5-String Bass in Candy Red typically weighs between 8.5 - 9.0 lbs.