The Amber Cort Artisan A5 Plus SC 5-String Bass Guitar is a dream instrument for professional bassists. It offers top-notch sound and outstanding playing comfort. The single-cutaway design improves body-neck balance, making it comfortable to play and allowing easy access to higher frets for unlimited performance. Visually, it features a poplar burl top on an ash body, which creates a warm and punchy mid-range sound. Bartolini MK-1 pickups deliver a well-balanced sound with rich lows, clear mids, and bright highs. The bass comes with powerful electronics and hardware. The Bartolini MK-1 preamp provides both powerful active tones and a transparent passive mode, suitable for various playing styles. The Hipshot TransTone bridge enhances sustain and broadens the tonal range, while the Hipshot Ultralite tuners ensure precise tuning with a lightweight design. The 5-piece maple and Panga Panga neck offers strength, brightness, and a warm midrange, complementing the tight and articulate sound of the Panga Panga fingerboard. In summary, this high-performance bass is carefully crafted to meet the needs of professional bassists. Technical Specifications: Construction - Neck-Thru; Body - Ash; Top - Poplar burl; Neck - 5pcs Maple & Panga Panga; Fretboard - Panga Panga, Radius: 15.75'(400㎜); Frets - 24; Scale - 34'(864㎜); Tuners - Hipshot Ultralite Machineheads; Bridge - Hipshot TransTone Bridge; Pickups - Bartolini MK-1; Electronics - Bartolini MK-1; Hardware - Black; Strings - D'Addario YB-XL 170.
Using your Cort Artisan A5 Plus SC 5-String Bass Guitar is a breeze. First, make sure it's properly tuned using the Hipshot Ultralite tuners. You can choose between the active and passive modes on the Bartolini MK-1 preamp depending on the sound you want for your performance. When playing, the single-cutaway design allows you to reach the higher frets easily. For best results, use the D'Addario YB-XL 170 strings that come with the guitar. As for maintenance, keep your bass clean by wiping it down after each use. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity as this can damage the wood. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a guitar case. And remember, periodically check the tuning and the condition of the strings and hardware. With proper care, your bass will serve you well for years to come.
