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Description

The Cort Curbow5 is a versatile electric bass guitar, perfectly suited for musicians seeking dynamic sound and modern aesthetics. This 5-string bass is part of Cort's renowned Curbow series, designed to meet the demands of both professional and aspiring bassists. Featuring a Luthite body, it offers a unique tonal character and lightweight feel, making long performances more comfortable. The neck, crafted from hard maple, provides stability and smooth playability, while the fretboard offers responsive action that complements a wide array of playing styles.

A key highlight of the Curbow5 is its Bartolini MK1 active electronics, delivering a rich, full-bodied sound with impressive tonal clarity. The onboard active circuitry allows for precise tonal shaping, making it easy to switch from deep, resonant lows to crisp, articulate highs. With its distinctive design and high-quality components, the Curbow5 stands out in any musical setting, from studio sessions to live performances.

The Curbow5’s hardware is equally impressive, featuring a robust EB7 bridge for excellent sustain and tuning stability. Its unique construction and innovative features make the Cort Curbow5 an excellent choice for bassists looking to expand their sound palette and elevate their performances.

Key Features:

  • 5-string configuration
  • Luthite body for a unique tonal quality
  • Hard maple neck for enhanced playability
  • Bartolini MK1 active electronics for versatile sound control
  • EB7 bridge for improved sustain and tuning stability
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Filipe Andrade

DEMO Cort Curbow 5

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DEMO Cort Curbow 5

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Filipe Andrade

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marcos miranda Bass

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Gear Review #135 - Baixo Cort Curbow 5

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Baixos e Baixarias - IvanovBR

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Cort Curbow 5

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RochefortBass

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Cort Curbow5.

Build quality

  • Luthite material, used in the body, can emit a persistent smell similar to lighter fluid or shoe polish.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Luthite bodies may bend over time; baking at 175°F can temporarily flatten them.

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  • To check neck issues, look along the strings for parallel frets and ensure the truss rod is functional.

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  • The Curbow's bridge features a string-through-bridge design, limiting B string gauge to around .140 due to narrow slots.

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  • Intonation on the B string can be challenging; taper-wound strings are suggested to fit better in the bridge slot.

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Features and functionality

  • The Bartolini pickup is highly valued, considered worth $100 alone by some owners.

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  • The battery box's door is prone to breaking but is cheaply replaceable at $5-$10.

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  • The Curbow's bridge design can complicate string choices, impacting intonation and playability.

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User experience

  • The funky body shape may not be for everyone, but its playability is praised across multiple reviews.

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  • A user switched from Elixirs to Hartkes for cost efficiency, noting satisfactory performance with the Curbow5.

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Comparisons

  • Users compare the Curbow's bridge design unfavorably to more conventional basses, noting its unique string limitations.

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Five string

Bit of a strange one in the design due to the deep bottom cutaway and the slanted fretboard giving 27 frets at higher strings and 25 lower down. Being a smaller bass, it's very practical for gigs. In all honesty. it fits in with the slap/tapping vibe it should be played with. Easy access to the 25-27 frets with the deep cutaway and the slap switch definitely helps once you hook it up to an amp.

Artist usage

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See how Bora Karaca uses Cort Curbow5

Bora Karaca

Singer, Guitarist

Tally Hall

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Verified via YouTube

At roughly 49 seconds into into this video posted by Tally Hall, a red Cort Curbow 5-stringed bass can be seen in the background of Bora's home studio. The same bass can be seen being used in Cojum Dip performances, as seen in the "What is Cojum Dip?" video.

See how Trafael Lewis uses Cort Curbow5

Trafael Lewis

Guitarist, Bassist

Cojum Dip

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In the YouTube video titled "What Is Cojum Dip?" at 2:31, Traf Lewis (portraying the character "Udabn the Feared") can be seen using a 5-string Cort Curbow bass guitar (being borrowed from Bora Karaca). This bass was used for almost all of the concerts that Traf performed with Cojum Dip.

See how Matt Sever uses Cort Curbow5

Matt Sever

Bassist

Cojum Dip

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In this photo, Matt Sever (portraying the character "Udabn the Feared") can be seen using a 5-string Cort Curbow bass guitar (being borrowed from Bora Karaca).

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