Cort G290 Modern Military Beige
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A G Series Designed for Today's Guitarist
The Cort G series evolves the concept of "vintage": it retains the hallmarks of a timeless double cutaway electric guitar, but with modern choices focused on performance. The G290 Modern embodies this philosophy: smooth handling, electronics ready to cover many styles, and hardware that meets the demands of contemporary playing, from stage to studio.
For Whom and Which Styles?
The Cort G290 Modern is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists who want a responsive electric guitar capable of shifting from clear, precise playing to more aggressive distortion without being limited to a single style. Thanks to its HSS configuration and 5-position selector, it suits pop, rock, modern blues, funk, and many more energetic genres when pushing the gain. The 2-point vibrato completes the package for vibrato effects, airy chords, and more expressive lines.
Sound
With its poplar body, the G290 Modern offers a balanced tonal foundation, ideal for a versatile guitar: a present midrange, fairly quick response, and good definition for both rhythm and lead playing. The pair of Voiced Tone VTS-63 single coils delivers clear, articulate, and dynamic sounds, perfect for the intermediate positions on the 5-way selector (snappy, precise, ideal for chords). The Seymour Duncan TB4 in the bridge position adds character: more density, rich harmonics, and a comfortable gain reserve for riffs and solos. The whole setup is simply controlled via 1 volume and 1 tone knob, allowing straightforward access to the sound without unnecessary complexity.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original feel, you can opt for D'Addario EXL-120 9-42 strings (same gauge as factory-installed). For connecting to an amp or interface, a 6.35 mm instrument jack cable will perfectly suit this electric guitar.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Strings | Steel | ||
| Model | G290 Modern | Inlays | glow-in-the-dark |
| Type | electric guitar | Vibrato | 2-point |
| Body | poplar | Tuners | staggered locking |
| Finish / color | Military Beige | Hardware finish | chrome |
| Neck | torrefied maple | Pickups | 2 Voiced Tone VTS-63 + 1 Seymour Duncan TB4 |
| Fingerboard | torrefied maple | Controls | 1 volume, 1 tone |
| Number of frets | 22 | Selector switch | 5 positions |
| Nut width | 42 mm / 1.65" | ||
Questions frequently asked
What pickups are equipped on the Cort G290 Modern Military Beige?
The HSS configuration combines two single-coil Voiced Tone VTS-63 pickups and a Seymour Duncan TB4 humbucker at the bridge. The 5-way selector allows for articulated clean sounds from the singles as well as the fuller tone of the bridge pickup.
Does the 2-point tremolo hold tuning well?
The 2-point tremolo is paired with staggered locking tuners. This setup facilitates vibrato effects and string changes.
What string gauge should be used on this guitar?
D'Addario EXL-120 strings in 9-42 gauge match the original factory setup. These are steel strings for electric guitar.
Is the neck suitable for modern playing styles?
The neck and fingerboard are made of roasted maple, featuring 22 frets and a 42 mm nut. Phosphorescent position markers are present on the fingerboard. This construction supports a smooth feel aimed at contemporary playing.
What styles can the G290 Modern cover?
Thanks to the poplar body and HSS electronics, this model fits within pop, rock, modern blues, and funk genres. The Seymour Duncan TB4 adds extra gain for riffs and solos.
