MTD Kingston Z5 5-String Bass Natural Maple Burl Matte Roasted Maple"," MTD Kingston Z5 5-String Bass - Natural Maple Burl Matte

Updated for 2026! The MTD Kingston Z is the flagship model of the Kingston line and takes many of its design cues from Handmade USA MTD basses.

The Kingston Z5 features an alder body, maple burl top, roasted maple neck, and roasted maple fingerboard for a boutique-inspired look and a fast, stable, broken-in feel. MTD's asymmetrical neck and compound fingerboard radius are designed for comfortable, fatigue-free playing, while the Buzz Feiten Tuning System helps deliver precise intonation up and down the neck.

Like all MTD Kingston instruments, the Z5 undergoes a rigorous quality control and setup process in MTD's Kingston, NY facility by master technicians. The robust top-loading MTD Quick Release bridge allows for fast string changes, and Licensed Hipshot Ultralite tuners provide reliable tuning stability without unnecessary neck dive.

The active preamp provides +/- 6db of boost and cut across bass, middle, and treble. MTD soapbar pickups deliver punch, clarity, and extended-range definition, making this a strong choice for working bassists, modern players, and weekend warriors alike.

Specifications

• Neck: Roasted Maple
• Top: Maple Burl
• Back/Sides: Alder
• Fretboard: Roasted Maple
• Fretboard Radius: Compound 10"-14"
• Bridge: MTD Quick Release
• String Spacing: 19mm
• Tuners: Licensed Hipshot Ultralite
• Hardware Color: Black
• Pickups: MTD Soapbars
• Preamp: Active
• Controls: Volume, Pickup Blend, Bass, Middle, Treble
• Scale Length: 35"
• Instrument Length: 47"
• Rough Weight: 8 lbs