Cort GB Fusion Antique Burst

Essential Information About the Cort GB-FUSION 5-String Bass

• Immediate versatility thanks to the switchable active/passive preamp (push/pull volume) to switch from a vintage tone to a more cutting modern sound.


• 5-string long scale format: 34" / 864 mm, ideal for a well-tensioned B string that is usable both in rehearsals and on stage.


• Balance and comfort: alder body and Hipshot Ultralite tuners for excellent stability and reduced risk of neck dive.


• Premium look: torrefied maple top with a glossy Antique Brown Burst finish and black hardware.

A GB Designed to Modernize the Jazz Sound Without Distorting It

The Cort GB series revisits the "Jazz Bass" spirit by adding more comprehensive electronics and performance-oriented hardware choices. On this GB-FUSION, the goal is clear: to maintain the definition and articulation typical of Jazz, while offering more power, headroom, and tone-shaping options thanks to the active mode and 3-band EQ.

For Which Bassist and Styles?

The Cort GB-FUSION 5-string is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a versatile 5-string capable of holding its own in a band without struggling in the mix. The B string and active electronics make it an excellent candidate for pop, rock, funk, gospel, R&B, and contexts requiring solid low end, while remaining credible in a more vintage register via the passive mode.

The Sound

The alder body provides a very musical balance: present but clean lows, clear mids, and never harsh highs, perfect for keeping the bass line upfront without masking the rest. The torrefied maple top adds a sharper attack and a sense of precision, useful for pick playing or slap techniques.

The two Voiced Tone VTB-ST pickups allow you to navigate from a tight and articulate sound (bridge pickup) to a rounder low end (neck pickup), with a blend control for fine-tuning the mix. The active/passive preamp and 3-band EQ offer great adaptability: scoop mids for a modern slap tone, boost lows to support heavy rock, or stay passive for a more organic character.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SS	Nbrs of frets	22
Left handed	No	Body	Alder
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Active
Nbr of strings	5	Color	Gradient
Top	Maple	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Bird's eye maple	Hardware	Black

Model	GB-FUSION	Bridge	MetalCraft M5
Number of strings	5	Tuners	Hipshot Ultralite
Finish	glossy Antique Brown Burst	Pickups	2 Voiced Tone VTB-ST pickups
Neck	hard maple	Preamp	active/passive
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Controls	1 volume (push/pull), 1 blend, 3-band EQ
Nut width	47.6 mm / 1.87"	Included gig bag	yes