Artisan B5 Element is the completely revamped group ofbasses that combine only the best elements from the highly popular ArtisanB-class basses, including roasted maple fretboard on 5pc panga-panga / walnutneck, Bartolini¨ MK-1 pickups, and Bartolini¨ MK-1 preamp set, and Hipshot¨Ultralite tuners.

Newly added are the new high-mass MetalCraft M5 bridgeswith a dual string loading system that greatly enhances resonance andtonetransfer, and a rounder ergonomic mahogany body with beautifully figuredashtop that comes in 3 different color options. The combination of theright elements,together with CortÕs dedication to quality, makes the Artisan B5 Elementan outstanding choice for pro musicians and enthusiasts alike.

Features 

Ash Top on Mahogany Body 

Ash top on a mahogany body ensures a great balance of warmyet full and punchy sounding lows and bright, clear, and transparent highs, notto mention ashÕs beautiful wood grain for more a 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 studiorecording to large concert halls. It also provides a switchable active/passivemode for a powerful modern active sound or an organic traditional passivesound. 

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 Artisan B5 Elementfeatures Hipshot 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-On
• Body:                             Mahogany
• Top:                               Ash
• Neck:                             5pcs Walnut & Panga Panga
• Fretboard:                     Roasted Maple
• Radius:                         15.75"(400?)
• Frets:                             24
• Scale:                         34"(864?)
• Tuners:                         Hipshot� Ultralite
• Bridge:                         MetalCraft M5 - 18? String spacing
• Pickups:                       Bartolini� MK-1 PickupSet
• Electronics:                   Bartolini� MK-1 Electronics
• Hardware:                     Black
• Strings:                         D'Addario� EXL170-5SL