Cort Artisan Series A5 Plus 5 String Bass Guitar, Open Pore Amber (A5PLUSSCAOP)

Cort Artisan Single-Cut 5: Professional Excellence Refined

The Cort Artisan Single-Cut 5-String Bass delivers professional-grade performance with ergonomic design and premium tonewoods. Now available in a traditional non-multi-scale configuration, this exceptional instrument combines superior craftsmanship with conventional playing feel for bassists who demand the highest quality.

Built around a neck-through design with 5-ply maple and panga panga construction, this bass provides remarkable sustain and tonal stability. The white ash body wings contribute bright, punchy characteristics, while the stunning 9mm poplar burl top adds balanced sonic properties and striking visual appeal in a sophisticated amber open pore finish.

Premium Specifications:

• Construction: Neck-through design for superior resonance and sustain
• Body: White ash wings with 9mm poplar burl top
• Neck: 5-ply maple and panga panga with comfortable C-shape profile
• Fingerboard: Panga panga with black binding and 15.75" radius
• Scale Length: 34" (864mm) with 24 medium-jumbo frets
• Electronics: Premium Bartolini® MK-1 pickups and preamp
• Controls: Volume, blend, 3-band EQ, mini toggle switch
• Hardware: Black Hipshot® Ultralite tuners and TransTone bridge
• Appointments: Abalone dot inlays with white side markers
• Finish: Amber open pore matte
• Strings: D'Addario® EXL170-5 (.045-.130)

The single-cutaway body shape improves balance and comfort during long playing sessions while providing unrestricted access to all 24 frets. Combined with premium Bartolini electronics and Hipshot hardware, this instrument delivers exceptional tonal versatility and performance reliability for professional bassists across all musical genres.