I’m definitely not a fan of wide spacing, but string crossing on the bass was difficult at times. 63" string spacing at the bridge was too narrow for my taste. Narrow string spacing too tight for some.
#Cort bass 5 string plus
I can safely say that the B5 Plus AS has one of the better sounding 5th strings at this price point.Ī good-looking, balanced instrument with modern sounds. The half-step definition was precise and the notes of the first five frets rang clearly, with authority. Still, I remained in active mode for most of my time with the B5 because the preamp complements the pickups so well with the thicker lows and low mids that can be dialed in.įocusing my attention on the performance of the B5’s 5th string, I was pleased to pluck a tight string that delivered a solid fundamental. In passive mode, the bass still reveals the aural qualities of the Bartolini pickups, with solid highs and mids. And boosting the treble added presence that wasn’t too harsh, yet the B5 is capable of creating a biting attack when cranked. To my ears, the bass control was voiced in a way that didn’t muddy the tone, but added some weight to the notes. Bridge-pickup players will appreciate the voicing of the mid control, which contributes assertiveness to the rear pickup’s barking sound. The Markbass EQ enhanced the aforementioned characteristics.
#Cort bass 5 string full
The B5 was a tad shy in the low mids, but the lows it delivered gave my notes a full foundation. With the pickups balanced and the EQ set flat in active mode, the inherent tone of the bass contained strong mids and cutting highs.
Order in the Cort I plugged into a Bergantino B| Amp paired with two Bergantino HD112s to discover the B5’s sonic characteristics. The familiar tones of Bartolini MK-1 pickups provide noise-free operation, while Cort opted for the new MB-1 preamp from Markbass to provide tonal shaping through its 3-band EQ. The B5 Plus AS has a mix of old and new electronics. Our test bass rested comfortably against my body, preserved its playing angle with no neck dive, and the smooth shape of the well-carved neck offered effortless shifting. The neck’s mid-friendly woods are intended to fill the sonically scooped characteristics of the swamp ash and balance the tonal spectrum of the bass.Īn oft-neglected quality of an instrument is its ergonomics, but the B5 Plus AS boasts a balanced, comfortable design. Bolted to the body is a 5-piece wenge and rosewood neck that’s topped with an abalone-decorated rosewood fretboard. The 34"-scale B5’s 2-piece swamp-ash body has a clean, contemporary shape and is protected with an open-pore finish that reveals the texture and character of the body’s grain patterns, which are pleasing to see and feel. Natural Beauty It’s quickly evident that Cort sought to create an instrument with a balanced voice that celebrates the organic beauty of wood.
And their new B5 Plus AS bass is an updated version of the B5 formula that combines stylish simplicity with a new preamp and professional-grade components. Cort is one such company, known for a wide spectrum of instruments to suit a variety of pocketbooks.
Lucky for us, more manufacturers are finding new ways of providing instruments with boutique characteristics at more budget-friendly prices. It happens frequently in our perpetual state of gear lust, and too often prevents players from acquiring quality instruments. We’re all familiar with the sinking feeling of sticker shock-that sudden realization that an item you found and must have is out of your wallet’s range. Recorded direct using Focusrite Saffire 6 interface into GarageBandĬlip 1 - Pickups blended 50/50, active mode, EQ flat.Ĭlip 2 - Pickups blended 50/50, active mode, slight bass boost, slight mid boost, treble flat.
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