Markbass MB GV 5 Gloxy 3-Tone Sunburst
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A 5-string Markbass Designed for the Versatility of the MB GV Series
The MB GV 5 Gloxy is designed with a focus on efficiency and versatility: a comfortable luthiery base, a format inspired by classic models, and electronics capable of covering a wide sonic spectrum. The passive mode offers a more direct response, while the preamp opens the door to precise adjustments for stage, studio, or rehearsal use.
For Which Bassists and Styles?
This active 5-string bass is aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists who want a clean and usable low B without sacrificing comfort. The 18 mm / 0.71" string spacing remains natural for slap, chord playing, and technical lines, while maintaining excellent control in fingerstyle. It is particularly suitable for rock, funk, pop, gospel, metal, and contexts where the 5th string provides a solid foundation in the mix.
Sound Characteristics
The MB JJ Style pickups deliver an articulate response, with good definition in the mids and a clear attack, ideal for maintaining line clarity even with high energy. Thanks to a volume potentiometer per pickup and a passive tone control, you can shape the character (rounder, snappier, scooped) before engaging the preamp. The Markbass Instrument Pre preamp with its 3-band EQ allows quick fine-tuning of bass, mids, and treble: convenient for switching from an "old school" passive sound to a more modern and percussive active tone. The combination of linden (balance and warmth) + maple (attack and precision) enhances projection and presence, with solid sustain across the entire neck.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original playability, choose a 5-string long scale string set (34" / 864 mm), for example with gauges 40/120 like the Markbass Strings Nickel factory-installed. A good quality 6.35 mm instrument jack cable is also suitable to fully exploit the active mode.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | J | Electronics | Active |
| Left handed | No | Electroacoustic | No |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Gradient |
| Nbr of strings | 5 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 20 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed | ||
| Type | active 5-string electric bass | Nut width | 45 mm / 1.77" |
| Wood | linden | String spacing | 18 mm / 0.71" |
| Shape | P STYLE | Finish | chrome |
| Finish / Color | 3-Tone Sunburst | Pickups | MB JJ Style |
| Headstock | MARK Double Shape Matching | Controls | volume potentiometer (one per pickup), passive tone potentiometer |
| Profile | COMFORT C | Preamp | MARKBASS INSTRUMENT PRE |
| Fingerboard | maple | EQ | 3-band |
| Inlays | block inlays | Switching | active/passive switch |
| Number of frets | 20 | Included gig bag | MARKBASS DELUXE |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Markbass MB GV 5 Gloxy 3-Tone Sunburst have a passive mode?
An active/passive switch allows selection of passive mode or the use of the Markbass Instrument Pre preamp.
What is the scale length and string spacing?
The scale length is 34 inches, or 864 mm, with a string spacing of 18 mm. The nut width measures 45 mm. This 5-string setup maintains spacing suitable for slap and chord playing.
What controls are available on the electronics?
Two volume knobs, one per MB JJ Style pickup, allow blending of each source. A passive tone control acts before the preamp. The active 3-band EQ adjusts bass, midrange, and treble frequencies.
What B string and musical styles are suited for this 5-string bass?
The low B string is designed to stay clear and playable on the 34-inch scale. This model is suitable for rock, funk, pop, gospel, and metal contexts, where the extended low end provides a solid mix foundation.
What gig bag is provided and which strings should be used?
A Markbass Deluxe gig bag is included. The original setup uses Markbass Strings Nickel in gauge 40/120; 34-inch 5-string long scale strings are recommended.
