Rockboard CINQUE 5.3 + BAG

A benchmark in the RockBoard 2018 series, designed for modularity

With the RockBoard 2018 series, the brand rethought its pedalboards to meet a simple demand: to offer a lightweight, rigid, and durable support while maximizing usable space and ease of installation. The Rockboard CINQUE 5.3 fits this logic with a particularly comfortable format, ideal when your effects chain expands and organization becomes as important as sound.

Its manufacturing from folded and cold-rolled aluminum sheet, without welding, illustrates this philosophy: a robust pedalboard designed to last and built to support modern setups, often denser (pedals, power supplies, routing, centralized connections).

Who is it for and what are its uses?

The Rockboard CINQUE 5.3 is aimed at guitarists and bassists who want a spacious and structured pedalboard that remains clear on stage as well as in rehearsal. It is especially suitable for musicians who alternate between several types of effects (drive, modulation, delay, reverb, switchers) and want to maintain a stable layout that is easy to identify at a glance.

Thanks to its wiring-oriented design, it is also relevant in the studio: cable clutter is minimized, connections are secured, and the setup stays clean for recording, reconnecting, comparing pedals, or reorganizing a chain without wasting time. Finally, for transport, the fact that it comes with a gig bag is a real plus to protect your setup and gain practicality.

Design, features, and daily strengths

An aluminum structure designed for endurance

The CINQUE 5.3 is made from cold-rolled aluminum. This material choice offers an excellent compromise: a reassuring rigidity underfoot while keeping the overall weight controlled. The smooth and seamless surface enhances the impression of a clean finish and contributes to overall durability, particularly appreciated by musicians who regularly transport their pedalboard.

Multi-slots: a clean pedalboard, simpler wiring

Its multi-slot design facilitates pedal placement and cable routing. The goal is clear: optimize patch cable routing and organize your effects chain for greater ease of use. This approach also helps maintain a visually coherent setup and reduces unnecessary handling when quick adjustments are needed between songs.

Facilitated integration of power supplies and connections

Power supplies can be mounted underneath the RockBoards, freeing up space on top and improving the clarity of your configuration. To go further in organization, the range offers universal mounting solutions and connection centralization systems (patchbay type): practical if you want to connect your pedalboard in a single operation, with inputs/outputs always in the same place.

Finally, the CINQUE 5.3 is announced compatible with MOD Patchbays (except Duo 2.1), making it an excellent choice if you are looking for an expandable base: you can grow your setup without starting from scratch, keeping coherent wiring and faster stage setup.

Technical specifications

Effects	+2 rows	Use	electric bass, electric guitar
Format	Flat	Color	Black

Dimensions	810 mm x 416 mm	Notes	delivered with a gig bag
Weight	5.14 kg