Powhatan, VA, United States
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Artisan B4 Element is thecompletely revamped group of basses that combines only the best elements fromthe highly popular Artisan B-class basses, including roasted maple fretboard on5pc panga-panga / walnut neck, Bartolini¨ MK-1 pickups and Bartolini¨ MK-1preamp set, and Hipshot¨ Ultralite tuners. Newly added are the newhigh-mass MetalCraft M4 bridges with a dual string loading system that greatlyenhances resonance and tone transfer, and a rounder ergonomic mahogany bodywith a beautifully figured ash top that comes in 3 different color options. Thecombination of the right elements, together with CortÕs dedication to quality,makes the Artisan B4 Element an outstanding choice for pro musicians andenthusiasts alike. Features Ash Top on Mahogany Body Ash top on a mahogany bodyensures a great balance of warm yet full and punchy sounding lows and bright,clear and transparent highs, not to mention ashÕs beautiful wood grain for morea natural aesthetic. Bartolini¨ MK-1 Pickups The trademark Bartolini soundis preserved in the MK-1 while providing superb sound quality and value. TheMK-1 delivers plenty of punchy and warm mids along with transparent andbrilliant highs for a superbly balanced sound. Bartolini¨ MK-1 Preamp BartoliniÕs renowned MK-1 preamp provides a powerful yet transparent boost along with its trademark crisphigh-end. The MK-1 transfers the natural liveliness of the bass through aflexible 3-band equalizer for a variety of applications ranging from studio recordingto large concert halls. It also provides a switchable active/passive mode for apowerful modern active sound or an organic traditional passive sound. MetalCraft M Bridge The solid, high-massMetalCraft M bridge was developed with more focus on ease-of-use and greatertone transfer. Depending on the thickness of the strings, the dual stringloading system allows the strings to be loaded either through the body or fromthe top to find the best optimal string tension, resulting in enhanced sustain,greater playability, and focused sound. Another big improvement for the tonetransfer is the deep individual slots that hold the saddles rock-tight,preventing any unwanted movement and allows string vibrations to correctlytransfer to the body. MetalCraft M4 and M5 now come with a string spacing of 19mmfor the 4-string M4, and 18mm (0.750Ó ) for the 5-string M5. 5pcs Panga Panga & WalnutNeck The emphasis of the PangaPanga and Walnut combination is on tight and defined midrange that complementsthe bright and expansive tonal nature of the Mahogany body for an ideallybalanced sound to round out the bass spectrum. Hipshot¨ Ultralite The B4 Element featuresHipshot Ultralite tuners as standard equipment for tuning accuracy andstability. Roasted Maple Fingerboard By treating the Maple in anoxygen-free oven at a high temperature, the wood stabilizes and develops agolden-brownish look for enhanced stability as well as a more vintage type oflook and a big bolder tone. Specifications Construction: Bolt-OnBody: MahoganyTop: AshNeck: 5pcs Walnut & Panga PangaFretboard: Roasted MapleRadius: 15.75"(400?)Frets: 24Scale: 34"(864?)Tuners: Hipshot� UltraliteBridge: MetalCraft M4Pickups: Bartolini� MK-1 PickupSetElectronics: Bartolini¨ MK-1 ElectronicsHardware: BlackStrings: D'Addario¨ EXL165
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