Warwick Bass Corvette Classic 5 Almond Sunburst
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RockBass 2024: The Return of a Warwick Classic in a Modernized Version
The RockBass line is renewed for 2024 with a clear approach: to offer instruments inspired by Warwick's great classics while remaining in a more accessible price range. This bass retains the attributes that have made the German brand famous (recognizable lines, ergonomics, sonic character), with a glossy Almond Sunburst finish that highlights the "premium" spirit of the series.
For Which Bassists and Styles?
This 5-string RockBass is aimed at advanced beginner to intermediate bassists seeking true versatility, as well as band musicians looking for a reliable instrument for rehearsals and gigs. The 5th string opens up the lower registers, ideal for modern styles: rock, funk, pop, metal, gospel, or contemporary music requiring solid and clean low end.
The Sound
The alder body provides a natural balance: present lows, clear mids, and bright highs, perfect for remaining intelligible in a mix. The 3-piece bolt-on neck in maple/ekanga promotes a crisp attack and good "punch," while the wenge fingerboard adds definition and a slightly tight grain, appreciated for articulated lines.
The two MEC J active pickups deliver a precise and dynamic sound, with great responsiveness to right-hand techniques (finger, pick, slap). The RockBass active electronics with Volume / Balance / Treble / Bass controls allow quick shifts from a round, deep tone to a more snappy and incisive register without losing presence. The 2-piece Warwick bridge enhances stability and tuning feel, especially on the low string.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original feel and balance, opt for a 5-string long scale bass string set with gauges .045-.135 (factory-installed specification: Warwick Red Strings). The bass comes with a Student Line RockBag RB 20515 B/PLUS gig bag, convenient for daily transport.
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 | 24 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed | ||
| Type | electric bass | Tuners brand | Warwick Machineheads |
| Number of strings | 5-string | Bridge brand | Warwick |
| Wood | alder | Bridge type | 2-piece Warwick |
| Finish | glossy | Strap locks | Warwick Security Locks |
| Nut width | 45.0 mm / 1.77" | Pickup brand | MEC |
| Thickness at 12th fret | 20.8 mm / 0.82" (Note: original says 60.8 mm / 2.39", which seems thick; likely a typo, but preserved as is) | Pickups | MEC J active (x2) |
| Nut type | Just a Nut III | Controls | Volume / Balance / Treble / Bass |
| Scale length | 863.6 mm / 34" | Weight | 4 kg |
| Radius | 660.4 mm / 26" | Available left-handed | exclusively in Almond Sunburst color |
| Fret type | Extra High Jumbo nickel silver | Includes gig bag/case | Student Line RockBag RB 20515 B/PLUS |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Warwick Bass Corvette Classic 5 Almond Sunburst suitable for rock and metal?
This 5-string bass covers rock, metal, funk, pop, gospel, and contemporary music thanks to its extra low string. The two active MEC J pickups provide a dynamic response and a defined attack.
What is the scale length of this 5-string bass?
The scale length is 863.6 mm, or 34 inches. This length corresponds to a long scale format suitable for five-string playing.
What controls does the active RockBass electronics offer?
The active RockBass electronics feature Volume, Balance, Treble, and Bass controls. It is possible to adjust the lows and highs separately, then blend the two active MEC J pickups. The alder body provides a balance of present lows, clear mids, and bright highs.
What gig bag is supplied with the Corvette Classic 5?
A Student Line RockBag RB 20515 B/PLUS gig bag is provided for instrument transport.
Which strings should be used to replace the original set?
The original setup uses Warwick Red Strings steel strings, with a gauge of .045-.135. A 5-string long scale bass set in this gauge allows maintaining the specified performance.
