Cort G290 Modern Pale Graphite
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A "modern vintage" guitar: the double cutaway spirit with contemporary choices
The Cort G series revisits the classic double cutaway electric guitar, oriented towards current needs: ergonomics, versatility, and reliability. The G290 Modern fits this "modern vintage" approach: a familiar design enriched with contemporary features (locking tuners, 2-point vibrato) and electronics capable of covering a wide spectrum, from crystalline sounds to heavy distortions.
Who is it for, and which styles?
The Cort G290 Modern is aimed at the intermediate to advanced guitarist seeking a versatile and high-performance electric guitar, but it is also well suited for a serious beginner wanting a durable and adaptable instrument. Thanks to the 5-position selector, it excels in pop, funk, blues, rock, and modern rock: precise attacks in clean tones, articulated crunch, and solid gain reserve on the humbucker side for riffs and solos.
Sound
Its poplar body provides a balanced and direct response, with clean lows and clear mids, very useful for tight rhythms and modern arrangements. The roasted maple neck and fingerboard enhance the sense of precision: sharp attacks, good definition, and a generally drier and more stable output, appreciated for fast playing and detailed sounds.
Regarding pickups, the two Voiced Tone VTS-63 deliver dynamic and snappy single-coil sounds (ideal for clean chords and funky licks), while the Seymour Duncan TB4 offers higher output, sustain, and thickness for rock and distortion. The simple and effective electronics (1 volume, 1 tone, 5-position selector) allow quick access to the right sound without unnecessary complexity.
Recommended compatible accessories
To maintain the original feel, a set of D'Addario EXL120 (9-42) strings is a reliable choice for replacement. For amplification, a standard 6.35 mm instrument jack cable works perfectly with this guitar.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Fingerboard | Maple |
| Strings | Steel | Nbrs of frets | 22 |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Scalloped | Double |
| Model | G290 Modern | Markers | phosphorescent |
| Type | electric guitar | Vibrato | 2-point |
| Shape | double cutaway | Tuners | staggered locking |
| Wood | poplar | Hardware finish | chrome |
| Finish/color | Pale Graphite | Pickups | 2 Voiced Tone VTS-63 pickups + 1 Seymour Duncan TB4 pickup |
| Number of frets | 22 | Controls | 1 volume, 1 tone |
| Nut width | 42 mm / 1.65" | Selector | 5 positions |
Questions frequently asked
What styles can the Cort G290 Modern Pale Graphite cover?
The 5-way selector combines two Voiced Tone VTS-63 single coils and a Seymour Duncan TB4 humbucker. This setup covers pop, funk, blues, rock, and modern rock tones, from bright cleans to thicker overdriven sounds.
What pickups does this Cort guitar have?
The configuration includes two Voiced Tone VTS-63 pickups and one Seymour Duncan TB4. The VTS-63 deliver defined attack in clean tones, while the TB4 provides higher output for riffs and solos.
Is the vibrato stable in tuning?
A 2-point vibrato is paired with staggered locking tuners, a setup designed for reliable use and easier string changes.
What is the neck profile and how many frets are there?
The neck and fingerboard are made of roasted maple, featuring 22 frets and a nut width of 42 mm. Glow-in-the-dark side dots are present to aid positioning.
What replacement strings should be used on this G290 Modern?
A set of D'Addario EXL120 with gauges 9-42 is recommended to maintain the original feel. The guitar has six steel strings.
